The Six Nations never stops. The echoes of the thrilling matches that characterised the men’s tournament, which has just come to an end, are still ringing in our ears, but the oval ball continues its winning run in the hands of the women’s national teams, who are ready to take to the field to kick off the Guinness Women’s Six Nations 2024. The 29th edition kicks off tomorrow, and the three national teams whose shirts feature the Macron the Hero, Italy, Scotland e Wales They all have the right ambitions and expectations. They all want to achieve the best possible result, and the conditions are certainly in place.

At ‘home’ Italy’ It’s a special moment thanks to the men’s XV’s superb season, which has written its own chapter in the history of the world’s oldest tournament. This positive momentum will carry the women’s team – coached by Giovanni Raineri and led by captain Elisa Giordano – into their first challenging match of the Guinness Women’s Six Nations. The Azzurre take to the pitch on Sunday 24 March at the Sergio Lanfranchi Stadium in Parma against England, the reigning champions and dominant force in the tournament for the past five years.

The first day of the tournament already features the first ‘Macron derby’, as the two sides face off at Cardiff Arms Park Wales e Scotland, These squads have brought in new faces to a line-up of experienced players – a blend of solidity and talent which, combined with enthusiasm, ensures that their respective coaches have a wide range of options for fielding the best XV. The other ‘Macron derbies’ are scheduled for 20 April at the Stadio Lanfranchi, where Italy will host Scotland, whilst a week later, on 27 April, the Principality Stadium in Cardiff will be the venue for the match between Wales and Italy.

Macron’s involvement, however, will not be limited to the matches involving the three partner national teams. In fact, the brand’s technical kit will also be worn in all the matches of the competition by Officials of Gara Emirates, as part of the partnership with World Rugby, which has been in place since 2021.

A great sporting spectacle is about to begin, and Macron wishes all the participants the best possible result in what promises to be an exciting, thrilling and emotionally charged tournament. Rugby is all about a winning mentality, team spirit, a sense of belonging to what the jersey you wear represents, respect for your opponent and fairness. These are all values that transcend any notion of gender and allow the athletes on the pitch to be heroes in their own right. #BecomeYourOwnHero.