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Jaminet stars as Toulon beat Edinburgh in Challenge Cup

Toulon secured a commanding 27–17 victory over Edinburgh in their Challenge Cup opener, with Melvyn Jaminet delivering a standout performance. The French full-back scored two tries and added six points from penalties, including a long-range effort that gave Toulon an early 6–0 lead.

Edinburgh fought back with tries from Ewan Ashman and Geordie Gwynn, but Toulon’s relentless attack—highlighted by a second try from Jaminet—ensured their dominance in the second half. Despite Edinburgh’s defensive efforts, Toulon’s set-piece ball and counterattacks proved too much, sealing a win that marks the Scottish side’s first defeat of the season.

Key moments included a well-executed lineout play by Edinburgh, which briefly cut the deficit, but Toulon’s resilience—particularly through Jaminet’s second try—turned the tide. The French side’s physicality and tactical discipline ultimately overpowered Edinburgh’s resistance, with Toulon’s bench contributions also playing a role in their comprehensive victory.

James Grayson’s penalty kept Edinburgh in the game early, but Toulon’s late surge left little room for a comeback.

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