The sports journalist and the public group reached an agreement to avoid a possible conflict of interest.
He is one of the iconic voices of rugby on television. France Télévisions and the sports journalist Cedric Beaudou reached an agreement so that the latter can continue to be on the air, while avoiding possible conflicts of interest with his partner, the new Minister of Sports Marie Barsacq.
« By mutual agreement with Cédric Beaudou, the latter will remain on the air and continue to comment on rugby. On the other hand, it will not deal with political news or the activities of the Ministry of Sports. He will not interview the minister or representatives of the ministry »indicated the public group to AFP, confirming information from The Team.
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