During a dominant 51-28 Top 14 victory over Lyon last Saturday, Louis Bielle-Biarrey was moved from the wing to the halfback position for Union Bordeaux-Bègles. The 23-year-old French international began the match on the wing but was shifted to the halfback role after Maxime Lucu was substituted in the 47th minute and Martin Page-Relo was shown a yellow card in the 67th minute. Yannick Bru, a coach and analyst, had previously suggested that Bielle-Biarrey might get playing time at the halfback position this season. His prediction proved accurate when Bielle-Biarrey took on the role during the match. Maxime Lucu, who had a strong performance before being replaced, discussed Bielle-Biarrey's transition during a post-match press conference. "In 9, it took him some time to go, even though we were shouting it from the touchline. He didn't hear, or he was distracted... But he said that chaining rucks was not easy. For this position, he still needs to work on his cardiovascular fitness!" Lucu said. Bordeaux's attack coach, Noel McNamara, also commented on Bielle-Biarrey's performance in the halfback role. "He didn't do a good job when he came in 9. He made a mistake that caused a broken arm against us on a tackle (77th minute). Even if you are one of the best players in the world, you can still improve!" McNamara said, adding the comments in a joking tone.