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Fijian Rugby Star Josaia Raisuqe Dies in Train Accident at 30

The Castres Olympique player and 2024 Olympic silver medalist was struck by a train en route to training, prompting widespread mourning and fixture changes in French rugby.

Josaia Raisuqe (l) ist mit 30 Jahren verstorben
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Josaia Raisuqe wurde 30 Jahre alt.
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Overview

  • Josaia Raisuqe, a 30-year-old Fijian rugby player, was killed when his car was struck by a train at a railway crossing in Southwest France while driving to training on May 8, 2025.
  • Raisuqe, a wing for Castres Olympique since 2021, was a beloved figure in the team and community, known for his vibrant personality and contributions on and off the field.
  • He rose to international prominence by helping Fiji secure a silver medal in Rugby Sevens at the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking the nation's first-ever Olympic silver medal and fourth overall.
  • The Ligue Nationale de Rugby postponed Castres Olympique's May 10 match against ASM Clermont Auvergne to May 24 in tribute, with plans for commemorations at other weekend fixtures.
  • Investigations into the circumstances of the accident are ongoing, while tributes pour in from teammates, fans, and the global rugby community honoring Raisuqe's legacy.