Louis Rees-Zammit 100m Time: Wales winger smashes his own record

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The Wales winger’s blistering pace has been a defining feature of his career from the very start. Born in Penarth and raised in a rugby-mad Welsh family, Rees-Zammit rose at remarkable speed himself, becoming a try-scoring phenomenon for both club and country and earning selection for the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour as its youngest member.

His career took an unexpected twist last year when he stepped away from rugby union to pursue a shock move to the NFL, enrolling in the league’s International Player Pathway programme in a bid to crack American football. While the move raised eyebrows across the rugby world, it only added to the intrigue surrounding his athletic profile.

After opting to return to rugby last summer, Rees-Zammit is now firmly back in the Wales setup and lines up against England in the Six Nations today, once again putting his speed under the brightest spotlight.

And the numbers only add fuel to the hype. Two years back he smashed his own 100m record, clocking an astonishing 10.44 seconds — a time that would be impressive even by elite sprinting standards.

For defenders, it’s a sobering statistic. For fans, it’s yet another reminder that when Rees-Zammit hits top gear, few players in world rugby can live with him.

Top Speed: Approx. 23 mph (37 km/h)

Immanuel Feyi‑Waboso is an explosive wing known for his balance of power and pace. Born in Wales with Nigerian, English, and Jamaican heritage, he rose through Cardiff’s youth ranks before moving to Exeter Chiefs in the Prem, where he made his mark with strong try‑scoring performances.

Internationally, Feyi‑Waboso chose to represent England and scored five tries in his first eight Tests, quickly becoming one of the most exciting young backs in the game. Shoulder surgery in early 2025 ruled him out of that year’s Six Nations and delayed further national team involvement.

A student of medicine alongside his rugby career, he combines athleticism with intelligence—making him not only fast but a creative attacking threat when on the pitch.

Top Speed: (Not officially published, noted for quick acceleration)

Ange Capuozzo is one of Italian rugby’s most electrifying playmakers. Born in France and qualifying for Italy via his paternal grandparents, Capuozzo burst onto the international stage with memorable performances in the 2022 Six Nations, including two tries on his Italy debut and a key assist that helped secure Italy’s first win over Wales since 2007.

He plays primarily at full-back or wing for Top 14 heavyweight Stade Toulousain, combining sharp footwork, vision, and quick acceleration to evade defenders. Known for his agility and instinctive running lines, Capuozzo won the World Rugby Men’s 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year in 2022.

Challenges with injuries have affected his availability in recent campaigns, but his ability to change games in a heartbeat remains undiminished when fit.

Top Speed: 24.2 mph (39 km/h)

Louis Rees‑Zammit is one of Wales’ most dynamic backs—fast, physical, and lethal in open space. After making his Wales debut in 2020, he quickly established himself as a potent attacking weapon, known for long-range tries and his ability to power through contact.

Rees‑Zammit took a break from rugby in 2024 to pursue a dream in the NFL, gaining experience with the Kansas City Chiefs and Jacksonville Jaguars. Although he did not feature in a regular-season game, that experience added to his athletic development before he returned to rugby union in 2025.

He signed with Bristol Bears for the 2025–26 Prem season and has since been recalled to the Wales squad, where fans hope his blend of speed and skill can help ignite a resurgence for the national team.

Top Speed: 37.8 km/h (23.5 mph)

Louis Bielle‑Biarrey has emerged as one of the fastest and most exciting wings in world rugby. A product of the Grenoble youth system, he now stars for Bordeaux Bègles in the Top 14 and the French national team. Known for his blistering acceleration, sharp game sense, and unpredictability in space, Bielle‑Biarrey became a standout performer in France’s recent campaigns.

In the 2025 Six Nations, he scored a record eight tries—the most by any player in a single Six Nations era—helping France to the championship and earning the Player of the Championship title.

At just 21, his combination of speed, vision, and finishing ability marks him as one of the most electrifying talents in European rugby today.

Top Speed: Approx. 25.7 mph (11.5 m/s)

Henry Arundell is widely regarded as one of the fastest rugby players of his generation. He first came to prominence with London Irish, where his electric pace and explosive try-scoring ability captured global attention.

After a standout performance for England at the 2023 Rugby World Cup, Arundell moved to Racing 92 in France. While his time in the Top 14 temporarily made him ineligible for England selection under RFU rules, he agreed a move back to Bath Rugby, restoring his eligibility to play for England.

Arundell’s blend of top-end speed, strength, and finishing prowess makes him a constant threat in open play. At just 22, he remains one of England’s most exciting back-three talents and a genuine game-changer.