Why women love playing rugby

Dan chats to Telegraph sports journalist Fi Tomas about where women’s rugby needs to go next. 

Fi has worked on the paper since 2019, was number 11 on 2023 BBC Women's Hour Power List and recently nominated for the 2023 British Sports Journalism women’s category. She is a keen advocate for a stronger voice in female sports.

In the podcast, they look at:

• Why women want to play rugby
• The hurdles facing women in sport
• How the media portrays women in sport
• What needs to be addressed in terms of language and attracting a broader audience
• The issues that rugby faces, from male-dominated spaces to the role of governing bodies
• How sports should appeal to a new generation, and why commentators need to ensure they help grow the game

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