Emilie Boulard scores two early tries for France, with Manon Bigot adding a third just before half-time
Kate Williams and Gwenn Crabb claim first-half tries as Wales forward power tells
Manae Feleu seals bonus point early in second half with fourth try for France, who are then awarded a penalty try in 67th minute as Wales have Maisie Davies sin-binned.
Lea Champon adds late sixth try to seal handsome win in Brive-la-Gaillarde as France remain on course for Grand Slam
A thoroughly entertaining first half in Brive.
Emilie Boulard, back in the starting XV for France, scored two early tries for the hosts, but Wales hit back on both occasions.
Kate Williams and Gwen Crabb have crossed for Wales, who were within two points until the final attack of the half.
But Manon Bigot's try - with Morgane Bourgeois' third conversion - has given France a nine-point lead at the break.
Manon Bigot try, Morgane Bourgeois con
Image source, Getty ImagesNo risk, no reward - and France have their reward!
French hooker Manon Bigot has been everywhere in this first half, and after another successful line-out she is the one to cross for the try.
Morgane Bourgeois' conversion is good again, and France will lead by nine points at the break.
France 14-12 Wales
France win a penalty inside the Wales 22, and this time they opt to kick to the corner rather than going for the points.
The clock goes red, one more chance for Les Blues in this first half.
France 14-12 Wales
The disallowed try is just a momentary respite for Wales, who are under immense pressure at the end of this first half.
France can sense a third try, but Wales are holding their ground and putting in some big tackles in the process.
France 14-12 Wales
Philippa Tuttiett
Former Wales international on BBC One Wales
As soon as the French try was given, Hannah Jones was straight into the ear of the referee because she had seen the knock-on.
Brilliant work from the Wales captain.
France 14-12 Wales
Rose Bernadou dropped the ball in the process of grounding it for a try.
A let-off for Wales, who were backs-to-the-wall for a few minutes there.
France 14-12 Wales
Ceri Coleman-Phillips
BBC Sport Wales rugby reporter at Stade Amedee-Domenech
There's no hostility in this French crowd, the 12,000-plus fans here are having an absolute ball.
It's an incredible atmosphere and just a taste of what we're going to get at the World Cup in England this summer.
France 14-12 Wales
Wales are penalised for being offside on half-way, and France will have the opportunity to finish this entertaining first half on top.
The kick to the corner is a good one, and Les Blues will have the line-out 10 metres out.
France 14-12 Wales
Rachel Taylor
Former Wales captain and coach on BBC Radio Wales
The more broken up the game goes the more it plays into the French hands.
Wales had a good exchange in the kicking battle but have again lost another line-out which stops the momentum.
France 14-12 Wales
Montserrat Amedee goes on another excellent run, slicing through the Wales defence, before knocking the ball on.
Wales respond with a knock on of their own, as the slippery ball is starting to play a part.
France 14-12 Wales
More line-out frustrations for Wales, who had kicked into the French half after winning a penalty, but on this occasion the line-out is not straight.
France 14-12 Wales
Montserrat Amedee's arcing run gets France deep into Welsh territory, and now they turn to the forwards once again.
Wales turn the ball over but Keira Bevan's clearing kick does not have much distance and here come the hosts again.
This is a good spell for France.
France 14-12 Wales
Ceri Coleman-Phillips
BBC Sport Wales rugby reporter at Stade Amedee-Domenech
Wales are here to play.
I suggested in the build-up they might have a bit of fatigue in their legs after such a long travel day yesterday, but they are really bringing the intensity.
Let's hope they can sustain it.
France 14-12 Wales
The home crowd in Brive are not happy, as another powerful French scrum eventually leads to a Welsh penalty.
Referee Holly Wood says the French front row stood up, and those in blue in Brive disagree.
Wales can clear their lines once more.
France 14-12 Wales
France are on top at scrum time, but Georgia Evans and Wales do well to get the ball out before a penalty is awarded.
Kayleigh Powell's clearing kick is charged down, however, and France are back on the front foot in the Welsh half.
France 14-12 Wales
Chris Horsman
Former Wales prop on BBC Radio Wales
I have been really impressed by Wales. They have really frustrated France in the first half.
France 14-12 Wales
The game has been played at a frenetic pace so far, with both teams having their moments of dominance.
Here come France once again, but Bethan Lewis holds the ball up on the ground and Wales will have the put-in at the scrum.
France 14-12 Wales
Philippa Tuttiett
Former Wales international on BBC One Wales
Wales head coach Sean Lynn asked his side to be brave and that is exactly what they have done.
There is a long way to go in the game and all Wales have to do is carry on and also shore up their defence.
France 14-12 Wales
Ceri Coleman-Phillips
BBC Sport Wales rugby reporter at Stade Amedee-Domenech
I never get tired of seeing a remote controlled car bringing the kicking tee on the pitch.
I have a feeling the operator is going to be busy today!
Gwenn Crabb try, Keira Bevan con
Image source, Huw Evans Picture AgencyAnother great response from Wales.
France are penalised for collapsing the maul - more on that in a moment - and a few phases later Gwenn Crabb goes over from close range.
Referee Holly Wood warns the French co-captains that another penalty in that area will result in the yellow card.
There is a long way to go, but Sean Lynn will be happy so far.
It's a two-point game.
