Highlights: France v Italy

France lead the Six Nations Championship on points difference over Ireland after a 35-22 home victory over Italy in round 2. France were completely dominant in the opening 20 minutes, kicking an early penalty and running in two tries to build a 13-0 lead. Italy hit back with a try and a penalty shortly after reduced the deficit to just three points at 13-10. France finished the first half strongly, adding a penalty before crossing for a late third try to take a 23-10 advantage into the break. France went over for the bonus point try 18 minutes into the second half to push their lead out to 28-10 heading into the final quarter. Italy responded with their second try to keep their chances of a comeback alive at 28-17. A fifth French try inside the final 10 minutes wrapped up the match, but credit to Italy who ran in their third try at the death to conclude a respectful display by the visitors.