Round one of the 2017 Six Nations lived up to all expectations. It had everything from big upsets to stunning tries, funny celebrations… and even bonus points. However, it was Scotland’s heroic win against Ireland grabbed most of the headlines.
Highlights: Scotland vs Ireland | England vs France | Italy vs Wales
But what was social media’s take on the weekend’s action? Here’s a rundown.
THE BRAVEHEARTS
Scotland recorded only their second opening round win since Italy joined the tournamnet in 2000, and didn’t they enjoy it…
The final moments… #OurDay pic.twitter.com/hWiPN57r3x
— Scottish Rugby (@Scotlandteam) February 4, 2017
Chuffed to bits to come away with the win. BT Murrayfield was rocking, great atmosphere. Thanks for your support. @Scotlandteam #OurDay
— Stuart W Hogg (@StuartWHOGG_) February 5, 2017
FULL-TIME | Scotland 27 – 22 Ireland #AsOne #OurDay pic.twitter.com/wHgwQT5UsY
— Scottish Rugby (@Scotlandteam) February 4, 2017
And breathe, Scotland!!!!! Fantastic @Scotlandteam – what a great start to @SixNationsRugby #scovire #AsOne #backingblue
— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) February 4, 2017
Scotland 27 Ireland 22!!!!! #AsOne pic.twitter.com/hZ1NZh0HI4
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) February 4, 2017
Got home, watched @Scotlandteam – absolutely rousing stuff from the men in Blue – made me smile so much! Passion, accuracy, desire, awesome! pic.twitter.com/CxkC7ZrS0b
— Will Greenwood (@WillGreenwood) February 4, 2017
It’s been coming! Huge win for @Scotlandteam Great viewing in Ottawa! #sixnations #AsOne Edinburgh bouncing tonight!
— Jamie Murray (@jamie_murray) February 4, 2017
Former England centre Will Greenwood also celebrated the Scottish tries for another reason…
That feeling when Hogg and Dunbar are both in your fantasy #RBS6Nations team!! #topmoment #scovire pic.twitter.com/06J3aSXXQs
— Will Greenwood (@WillGreenwood) February 4, 2017
ENGLAND MARCH ON
Injured Billy Vunipola was supporting his side with pride
Just so you know #weartherose ????
SALT BAE
Jonathan Davies and Liam Williams produced a ‘Salt Bae’ celebration in Rome.
The #Saltbae try celebration, brought to you by Wales vs Italy. pic.twitter.com/ZDPhogBL9D
— Name cannot be blank (@Burgerboxx) February 5, 2017
And referee JP Doyle also fancied a try for himself.
JP Doyle diving in for the try with Jonathan Davies ???????????????? #Wales #SixNations #ITAvWAL pic.twitter.com/GoKlMa6NsE
— Rob Shotton (@Rob15Shotton) February 5, 2017
Meanwhile over the other side of the fence.
Roll on Super League! #ENGvFRA #6Nations pic.twitter.com/KUULCFW7nE
— RL Banter (@RLBP_) February 4, 2017
FAN OF THE WEEK
Arsenal midfielder Arron Ramsey’s other half Colleen was clearly delighted with the win against Italy, but maybe not Chelsea.
Great birthday weekend and topped off with a brilliant start to the 6nations #WalesVSItaly #SixNationsRugby pic.twitter.com/8PeF2QWGMg
— Colleen Ramsey (@_C_Ramsey) February 5, 2017
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