Lievremont eyes Six Nations tonic

France coach Marc Lievremont is hoping a successful defence of their RBS 6 Nations crown will help his side get over their World Cup disappointment.

The 39-year-old was appointed as Bernard Laporte’s successor shortly after Les Bleus’ semi-final exit to England and he realises a third successive Six Nations crown would not only heal some mental scars but also help his new charges rise up the world rankings.