 Like other sporting trophies, the Bouclier de Brennus had a very eventful life and by the end of the 20th century was in battered condition.A century of celebrations and resulting mistreatment, including the shield being used as a skateboard on several occasions, had taken its toll.Therefore, from 2003 it was decided that the trophy would be restored and kept in a safe place and that a replica would be made and awarded in lieu from then on.