Upbeat Jenkins insists Wales will learn from French reversal

GARETH JENKINS admitted Wales were taught a lesson in finishing by France as they signed off ahead of the World Cup with a 34-7 defeat at the Millennium Stadium.

James Hook scored Wales’ only try on the stroke of half-time as they struggled for accuracy in the face of a powerful French defence.

France had eased into a 17-0 lead with tries from Jerome Thion and Pierre Mignoni before Hook struck.