The French international rugby player and Stade Rochelais player, Uini AtonioHe was rushed to hospital in La Rochelle after a serious heart problem. This dramatic situation marks the end of his professional career, according to an official statement released by his club.
Stade Rochelais announced that Atonio was admitted to the La Rochelle Hospital Center after experiencing worrying heart-related symptoms. Medical examinations confirmed a cardiac event. The player currently remains in intensive care, under constant observation, and his condition is described as stable. The medical team emphasizes the need for a prolonged recovery period before any resumption of physical activity.
The end of a rich career
The club stated that, given the severity of the cardiac arrest, Uini Atonio will no longer be able to play professional rugbyAfter his release from the hospital, he will have to undergo strict medical monitoring and a long recovery period, ruling out any return to the field. This decision brings to an end a career rich in achievements and titles.
A prominent figure at Stade Rochelais and the French national rugby team
Arriving in La Rochelle in 2011, Uini Atonio quickly became an indispensable pillar of the team, contributing to the club's promotion to the Top 14 and its successes in European competitions. A French international since 2014, he has amassed 68 caps, participated in several editions of the Six Nations Tournament, and played a pivotal role in the 2022 Grand Slam. Until recently, he was always called up for international matches, before his health forced him to retire.
Stade Rochelais recalled the unique place that Atonio occupies in the history of the club and expressed its unwavering support for the player and his family.
