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Rugby Star Josaia Raisuqe Honored in Emotional Ceremony After Tragic Death

Around 2,000 gathered at Stade Pierre-Fabre to pay tribute to the Castres Olympique winger, who died in a level-crossing collision on May 8.

Top 14: Josaia Raisuqe, joueur de Castres, décède dans un accident de la route
Toulouse écrase Toulon au Vélodrome de Marseille.

Overview

  • Josaia Raisuqe, a 30-year-old Fijian winger for Castres Olympique and 2024 Olympic silver medallist, died when his car was struck by a train near the team's training center.
  • An emotional tribute ceremony on May 10 at Stade Pierre-Fabre drew approximately 2,000 attendees, including teammates, staff, fans, and Fijian compatriots, with speeches and traditional chants honoring his memory.
  • The Top 14 match between Castres and Clermont, initially scheduled for May 10, was postponed to May 24 at Castres' request to allow for the homage.
  • A league-wide minute of applause is planned across all Top 14 and Pro D2 matches this weekend to commemorate Raisuqe's life and legacy.
  • Raisuqe, known for his generosity and vibrant personality, had played in France since 2015 and was set to join CA Brive for the 2025–26 season.