George North, Welsh Rugby Star, Announces Retirement at Season's End
Wales great George North announces retirement from rugby at end of season
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George North, the 34-year-old Welsh rugby star, has announced his retirement from rugby at the end of the current season. Known for his time with Scarlets, Northampton Saints, and Ospreys, North leaves behind a legacy of 121 international caps for Wales and two tours with the British and Irish Lions.
- 01George North will retire from rugby at the end of the season.
- 02He has played for Scarlets, Northampton Saints, and Ospreys.
- 03North has earned 121 caps for the Welsh national team.
- 04He toured twice with the British and Irish Lions.
- 05North expressed gratitude to his supporters in a heartfelt video.
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Welsh rugby great George North has announced his retirement from the sport at the end of the current season. The 34-year-old winger and centre began his professional career with Scarlets and joined Northampton Saints in 2013, where he won the Premiership. In 2018, he moved to Ospreys, spending five years there before transitioning to Provence in France. North retired from international rugby in 2024, having earned 121 caps for Wales and participated in two tours with the British and Irish Lions. In a heartfelt video shared on social media platform X, North thanked his family, friends, and supporters for their unwavering support throughout his career, stating, “For me, it’s the right time. I’ve been able to live out my childhood dream for many seasons.” He expressed excitement for the next chapter of his life, indicating that he is still contemplating his future plans.
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