About Gabriel Berthomieu
Lived 1924 – 1997 (aged 73). Gabriel Berthomieu was a French rugby league player.
Gabriel Berthomieu, known also by his nickname Hugues, (born in Graulhet, 15 February 1924- Albi, 6 July 1997) was a French rugby league and union player who played as second row.
1,78 metres tall and weighing 97kg, he started as lock for Sporting Club Graulhétois and later, switched codes to league playing for Racing Club Albi. He also represented France at the 1957 Rugby League World Cup.
Rugby union career
Club
SC Graulhet
Honours
Junior French Champion for SC Graulhet
Junior representative (Pyrénées-Béarn-Bigorre)
France national team
Rugby league career
Club
Albi XIII
Honours
French Champion with Albi in 1956 and 1958
France national team
Source:
International (39 caps) 1946-1949, 1951-1953, 1955-1957 2 Australia and New Zealand tours in 1955 and 1957 Champion of the European Cup of Nations : 1949 and 1952 (France).
He was also Captain for France during certain matches.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gabriel Berthomieu?
French rugby league player
When was Gabriel Berthomieu born?
Gabriel Berthomieu was born on 15 February 1924 in Graulhet.
When did Gabriel Berthomieu die?
Gabriel Berthomieu died on 6 July 1997 in Albi.
What was Gabriel Berthomieu's occupation?
Gabriel Berthomieu was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Gabriel Berthomieu?
Gabriel Berthomieu was French.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Gabriel Berthomieu
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