Photo emerges of the charred remains of the Six Nations trophy
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Destroyed.
A photo has emerged of the charred remains of the Six Nations trophy, which was damaged in a fire.
The trophy was heavily damaged in an accidental fire while being transported in Ireland following the third round of the championship.
Thankfully, no one was injured during the blaze, which occurred in a transit van heading to Dublin from Limerick, but the trophy itself sustained extensive damage.
Six Nations organisers confirmed earlier this week that the trophy can no longer be restored to its “full presentation standard”, leading to the decision to retire it from ceremonial use.
“In keeping with these presentation standards, respect for the significance of winning the Six Nations – one of sport’s most prestigious titles – and to preserve the integrity of the trophy and its heritage, it will be retired from ceremonial use,” a statement read.
A new trophy will be commissioned in the same design as the original, with materials from the original being incorporated into the new trophy, ensuring its history is respectfully transferred to the new creation.
The new Six Nations trophy will take approximately 365 hours of skilled craftsmanship to create, and will be unveiled ahead of the 2027 Championship, with a replica to be used for this year’s winners.
