Across 23 appearances, Laclayat's tackle numbers stand out as his most defining contribution — averaging over four per match and peaking at eight in a single game, he carries a consistent defensive workload that few props sustain over a full season. His carrying is functional rather than expansive, with his averages reflecting the measured, positional use typical of a tight forward focused on set-piece duties and breakdown presence. The minutes he accumulates across Champions Cup and Top 14 rugby point to a prop who earns regular selection through reliability and defensive solidity.
Thomas Laclayat is a professional rugby union prop registered with the Section Paloise, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with anchoring the scrum in the front row.
As a prop, Thomas features for the Section Paloise across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Thomas Laclayat's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Section Paloise news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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