The rugby world has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, the UK’s longest-serving monarch, following her death at the age of 96.
It was announced on Thursday that The Queen had died at her royal residence in Balmoral after 70 years on the throne.
Her eldest son, Charles, becomes King Charles III, and the head of state for 14 Commonwealth realms. He said the death of his beloved mother was “a moment of great sadness”.
In a statement, His Majesty the King said: “We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother. I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world.”