sentences:  Sexton missed the first two matches of the 2017 Six Nations but started the last three matches of the tournament.In Ireland's opening 2018 Six Nations Championship fixture against France on 3 February 2018, Sexton scored an 83rd minute drop-goal after 41 phases to give Ireland a 15–13 away victory.Ireland went on to win the Grand Slam, the third in their history, with Sexton being a key player starting all 5 games, contributing 44 total points.