NBA star Wembanyama trains with French rugby club
Summary
NBA player Victor Wembanyama spent part of his summer training with the French rugby team Provence. He said he learned a lot from their team spirit and found the physical training helpful for his basketball skills.Key Facts
- Victor Wembanyama is 22 years old, 7 feet 4 inches tall, and weighs 16 stone 11 pounds (about 235 pounds).
- He trained with Provence, a French second-tier rugby club, during his off-season.
- Wembanyama took part in tackle drills, passing practice, and team activities with Provence.
- He enjoyed the strong team spirit and how the team welcomed him, even though he was not an official player.
- He was joined on the trip by his NBA teammate Harrison Barnes.
- Wembanyama had previously trained with Shaolin monks in China to improve strength and mental focus.
- His NBA team, the San Antonio Spurs, lost in the NBA finals to the New York Knicks in June.
- Provence rugby club has started their season well, winning their first five games and aiming to move up to the top French league, the Top 14.
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