Six Nations 2026: Awards for Best Try, Player, and Team of the Tournament

The Best of the Six Nations Tournament: Awards and Highlights

This year’s Six Nations Tournament offered a display of emotions and memorable moments across its five matchdays. From the start, with the match between France and Ireland, to the closing, the competition kept fans on the edge of their seats. We review the awards and the most outstanding moments of the tournament.

The Tournament Try

The award for the best try of the tournament went to Rhys Carre, of Wales, for his spectacular play against Ireland.

Carre, from 30 meters, evaded four Irish defenders with amazing skill to score a memorable try. This try becomes an iconic moment of the tournament. Special mention: Louis Bielle-Biarrey (France vs. Ireland)

A magical play by Antoine Dupont and Bielle-Biarrey, with a touch of fortune. Dupont launched a high pass from his own field for Thomas Ramos to chase, and the French ambition was rewarded. The ball reached Bielle-Biarrey, who ran to score on the left wing, completing a wonderful play.

The Tournament Moment

Italy’s historic victory over England.

The match was full of history, passion, and drama. England, seeking to avoid a third consecutive defeat, seemed headed for a victory at the Stadio Olimpico. However, Italy responded with determination. With about 20 minutes remaining, Italy took control. England suffered the expulsion of Sam Underhill, and Paolo Garbisi scored two penalties to bring Italy closer on the scoreboard. Then, Maro Itoje was also sent off.

In the second half, the feeling that Italy would achieve victory grew, and Leonardo Marin sealed the triumph with a try. This was one of the great moments of the tournament. Special mention: Wales defeated Italy, breaking a three-year winless streak.

Wales ended three years of frustration with their 31-17 victory over Italy in Cardiff. After early defeats to England and France, the team showed a great performance against Scotland and Ireland.

Tournament Player

Louis Bielle-Biarrey

With nine tries, at least one in each match for the second consecutive year, the young winger has performed exceptionally. At 22 years old, Bielle-Biarrey is a world-class player. Special mention: Stuart McCloskey McCloskey has been a revelation in the tournament. With 74 carries, six try assists, eight offloads, eight turnovers won, and 105 post-contact meters, he has proven to be a player of great quality.

Tournament Team

Forwards: Danilo Fischetti (Italy) and Joe Heyes (England) deserve recognition, but Dan Sheehan is one of the best hookers in the world. Second and third line: Tadgh Beirne (Ireland) and Caelan Doris (Ireland) were outstanding, and Ben Earl has been a constant threat for England. Centers: Jamison Gibson-Park was magnificent in the last three matches. Finn Russell, Ben White, Sione Tuipulotu (Scotland) and Ignacio Brex (Italy) also deserve recognition. Although Theo Attissogbe has had a good transition to international rugby, it’s hard to overlook Rob Baloucoune, who has been tremendous for Ireland.