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“He was unbelievable” – Chris Ashton ranks his three toughest opponents

#2. Vincent Clerc (France)

Ashton said: “We were on different sides but we sized each other up across the pitch like boxers. We were very similar players in that he’d pop up everywhere – he didn’t just stick to his wing. There was a mutual respect, so I’m glad I met him at Toulon. He’s such a nice fella and would always want to talk about the game. If I’m honest, I’m actually pretty jealous he scored 100 tries in the Top14.”

DID YOU KNOW? Whilst at Toulouse Clerc won the Heineken Cup three times in 20032005 and 2010

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