Why is there no rugby culture in Germany?

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Louis Lynagh of Italy competes for the ball with Louis Bielle Biarrey of France during the Guinness Six Nations 2026 match between France and Italy at Stade Pierre Mauroy
France take on Italy in this year’s men’s Six Nations in February. Photograph: Federugby/Getty Images

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France and Italy play rugby to a very high standard, but Germany has no comparable rugby culture. Why? Tim Hare, by email

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