Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene were the patrons of Provale's annual solidarity gala on Friday evening. Provale is the union that supports professional rugby players.

According to Provale, the national rugby players' union, "83% of players who turn professional are no longer playing rugby by the age of 24, and 60% of retirements occur involuntarily."

While 95% of players find employment after their playing career, some fall into hardship, sometimes even poverty. Distress.

Behind this situation lie increasingly demanding schedules and a growing awareness of the impact on health, particularly the long-term effects of concussions.

For some years now, like American football, boxing and Formula 1, the world of rugby has been lifting the veil on its flaws and taking action.