Alun Wyn Jones revealed he was diagnosed with a heart condition towards the end of his rugby career.
Henry Slade held his nerve as Exeter launched their Champions Cup campaign with a stunning 19-18 victory over Toulon.
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Toulon claimed a first Challenge Cup title as they comprehensively dispatched of first-time European finalists Glasgow Warriors 43-19.
Lyon won their first major honour for 89 years as they claimed a thoroughly deserved 30-12 Challenge Cup final victory over Toulon.
A round-up of Friday evening's three Challenge Cup matches, which saw Gloucester, Lyon and Toulon seal victories.
France's Fabien Galthie has named nine uncapped players in his 42-man squad for next month's Tests vs Argentina, Georgia and New Zealand.
Leinster are through to the Champions Cup quarter-finals after their last-16 tie against Toulon was called off on Friday.