Former Biarritz winger Philippe Bidabe has been appointed coach of the Basque club's youth team, the French Top 14 outfit confirmed on Tuesday.
Champion with Biarritz in 2002, 2005 and 2006, Bidabe replaces Martin Gaitan who has returned to Argentina, and will hold the post until the end of the season.
Capped twice for France the 34-year-old retired this year after 18 seasons with Biarritz. The club are facing relegation as they sit second bottom of the Top 14.
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