France preparing for Johnny Sexton to be fit for next weekend's trip to Dublin

France scored seven tries to start their campaign with a comprehensive 50-10 victory over Italy in Rome.

BLUE WAVE: Arthur Vincent celebrates with his French team mates after scoring Les Bleus' third try in the 50-10 demolition of Italy in Rome. Picture: Paolo Bruno, Getty Images

Six Nations: Italy 10 France 50.

FRENCH talisman Antoine Dupont says Les Bleus won’t believe Ireland 10 Jonny Sexton is ruled out until such time as they run out on the pitch next Sunday in Dublin and he’s not there.