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Adam Coleman escapes from rugby purgatory to the peaks with Bordeaux
Bordeaux Bègles lock says Champions Cup holders are primed for Sunday’s clash of cultures against Bath
TL;DR
- Adam Coleman found new opportunities with Bordeaux Bègles after London Irish went out of business in 2023.
- Coleman was instrumental in Bordeaux's Champions Cup final victory over Northampton.
- He enjoys the lifestyle in Bordeaux and the chance to play with top French internationals.
- Bordeaux is aiming to become one of the elite clubs to win back-to-back European titles.
- The team will face Bath, a match described as a clash of styles between Bordeaux's elusive rugby and Bath's structured game.
- Coleman, a dual-international for Australia and Tonga, has embraced playing overseas and has no immediate plans to return to Australia.
- He highlights the positive impact of coach Yannick Bru and the team's improved professionalism.
- Coleman expresses a desire to finish his career in Bordeaux if the opportunity arises.