Rugby Players Jegou and Auradou Face Delayed Legal Proceedings in Argentina
Oscar Jegou is set to return to play for La Rochelle amid ongoing rape allegations, as the Argentine court delays the hearing for a non-lieu decision.
- French rugby players Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou are accused of rape in Mendoza, Argentina, stemming from an incident in July.
- The Argentine court has postponed the hearing to dismiss charges for the third time, with no new date set.
- Jegou will play for La Rochelle this weekend, as his team faces a shortage of players in his position.
- The players maintain their innocence, claiming the encounter was consensual, while the alleged victim disputes this, citing medical evidence.
- The French Rugby Federation has ruled out their participation in the national team until legal proceedings conclude.