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England's worst-ever Six Nations ends with blueprint, but frustration - and a search for answers
After England suffered their worst-ever Six Nation's campaign, ESPN's Tom Hamilton looks at where it all unravelled -- and if there's any hope for the future.
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RUGBY
Six Nations grades: Did England fail? Results for every team, from champions France to Wales
ESPN grades each team after the 2026 Six Nations, with France crowned champions once more.
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SIX NATIONS
Rare Irish cheers for England in vain but Ireland finish strong in Dublin
Ireland's Six Nations dream fell agonisingly short in the end, but spirits remain high after a promising campaign for Andy Farrell's side which was capped off with a Triple Crown.
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Wales beat Italy, snap 15-match 6N losing run
Wales won their Six Nations game since 2023 on Saturday with a 31-17 victory over Italy in Cardiff.
WHAT NOW FOR ENGLAND?
England's worst ever Six Nations? What's gone wrong, why, and what's next after Italy defeat
This was meant to be a Six Nations where England headed into this final weekend chasing a Grand Slam. But things have fallen apart. ESPN answers the big questions ahead of the final weekend.
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ITALY BEAT ENGLAND
Italy's triumph over England no upset as Steve Borthwick's team reach new low
This was no upset. Italy deservedly won 23-18 to earn their first ever win over England.
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