Toulouse Tops Stade Français to Reclaim Top 14 Lead

The reigning champions secured a 38-23 bonus-point victory despite the absence of Antoine Dupont due to illness.

Toulouse's forward dominance proved decisive, with three of their five tries scored by hookers Julien Marchand and Peato Mauvaka.
Romain Ntamack marked his return to form with his first Top 14 try of the season, contributing to Toulouse's bonus-point win.
The Stade Français fielded a young, heavily rotated squad but delivered a spirited performance, scoring two tries and nearly denying Toulouse the bonus point.
With this victory, Toulouse overtakes Bordeaux-Bègles at the top of the standings, securing the title of 'autumn champions' at the halfway point of the season.
Despite the loss, the Stade Français remains winless on the road this season and sits precariously close to the relegation zone in 11th place.