Princess Charlene of Monaco returned to Collège Charles III this week for a special event that blended sport, inclusion, and powerful life lessons, as 300 students took part in the annual Journée du Respect, joined by members of the French national rugby team.

On Tuesday 29th April, four student teams representing international identities competed for a series of awards that celebrated not only athleticism, but also camaraderie, effort, and values at the heart of rugby. The event was created by the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation and the Monegasque Rugby Federation, with long-time support from the Monegasque Anti-Doping Committee, whose representatives were also present to hand out prizes.

Princess Charlene was joined by three special guests from the XV de France: coach William Servat, physical trainer Gaétan Boissard, and team manager Mathieu Brauge. Together, they inspired students with their presence and shared messages of teamwork and discipline.

The prize for handisport went to Team Ireland, while the Anti-Doping Award was claimed by Team Fiji. The best boys’ group was represented by Team Australia, and the best girls’ group by Team Samoa. Each team brought a unique energy to the day, united by the shared message of respect through sport.

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Photo credit: Manuel Vitali, Government Communication Department