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Italy’s Capuozzo Undergoes Surgery for Fractured Finger, Out of Wales Match
Ange Capuozzo of Italy, aged 24, has undergone surgery for a fractured finger, an injury that has sidelined him from the final Six Nations game against Wales this weekend. The confirmation of the operation came directly from Capuozzo himself on Friday, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding his unfortunate injury.
The incident occurred early in Italy’s exhilarating 31-29 victory over Scotland last weekend when Capuozzo found himself in the thick of the action, attempting to thwart Kyle Steyn’s try-scoring effort. Despite his valiant efforts, Capuozzo sustained the injury but valiantly soldiered on for the remainder of the match in Rome, epitomizing his commitment to the team’s cause.
In a heartfelt message shared on Instagram, Capuozzo recounted the moment of injury and the subsequent diagnosis of a displaced fracture. Despite his fervent desire to conclude the tournament alongside his teammates in the showdown against Wales, the severity of the injury necessitated urgent surgical intervention, compelling him to withdraw from the pivotal fixture.
Fortunately, Capuozzo’s surgery was successful, offering a glimmer of hope for his swift recovery. Expressing his optimism for the future, the Italian fullback expressed his eagerness to return to action with his club Toulouse and contribute to their endeavors for the remainder of the season.
Capuozzo’s absence from the Italian lineup against England in the opening Six Nations encounter was due to illness. However, he made a resilient comeback, featuring in the subsequent three matches and leaving an indelible mark with a try in Italy’s hard-fought 13-13 draw against France.
With Capuozzo unavailable for selection, the responsibility of filling the void at full-back falls to Lorenzo Pani for Saturday’s clash in Cardiff. As Italy navigates through this challenging period of injuries, they remain steadfast in their pursuit of excellence on the rugby field, buoyed by the unwavering commitment and resilience demonstrated by players like Capuozzo.
