VIDEO: Just take a minute to appreciate the physique of 6ft, 130kg Stéphane Clement

There’s been something of a renaissance in France for genuine old-school prop physiques of late.

While the Pro14, Aviva Premiership and Super Rugby are increasingly moving towards leaner specimens – think Cian Healy and Nick Auterac – more rotund and cuddly props can still find a safe haven, employment and food in the Top14.

6’ft, 130kg Stéphane Clement is one such man.