Fin Smith Reflects on England Triumph and Prepares for Calcutta Cup Clash

The young fly-half, who chose England over Scotland, discusses family loyalties, his growth as a player, and his partnership with Marcus Smith ahead of next Saturday's match.

• Fin Smith, 22, played a key role in England's narrow 26-25 victory over France, securing two try assists and stepping up for crucial kicks.
• Smith, who has Scottish roots, chose to represent England despite family ties to Scotland, including his grandfather Tom Elliot, a former Scotland and British & Irish Lions prop.
• He credits his calm demeanor and ability to move past setbacks to work with sports psychologists and support from teammates, particularly his Northampton connections.
• Smith's partnership with Marcus Smith, who moved to full-back during the France match, continues to develop as they prepare to face Scotland in the Six Nations next weekend.
• The upcoming Calcutta Cup match will test Smith's growing prominence in the England squad, with his family navigating split loyalties during the historic rivalry.

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