The European Rugby Championship is an annual rugby union competition featuring national teams from across Europe. It is organized by European Rugby Union and showcases some of the best talent in the sport. The tournament typically includes teams from countries like England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales. The championship format usually consists of a round-robin stage, where each team plays against every other team. Points are awarded for wins, draws, and bonus points, leading to a final ranking. The top teams may qualify for other prestigious tournaments, such as the Rugby World Cup.