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EP12: Deborah Griffin on life as RFU President, how she founded the women's Rugby World Cup and her love for Richmond FC

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EP12: Deborah Griffin on life as RFU President, how she founded the women's Rugby World Cup and her love for Richmond FC

Rugby Lives›
6 days ago1:15:37

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This week we meet Deborah Griffin, the first female president of the RFU, at her home club of Richmond FC to talk about her long rugby life, and how against all odds she established the women's Rugby World Cup.

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"EP12: Deborah Griffin on life as RFU President, how she founded the women's Rugby World Cup and her love for Richmond FC" is an episode of Rugby Lives. Runtime 1 hr 15 min. Published May 13, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.

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May 13, 2026.
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1 hr 15 min.
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