DONE: England's record try-scorer announces retirement

Rugby News
Monday, 18 April 2022 at 07:09
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England rugby sevens legend Dan Norton has announced he will retire from the sport following the Vancouver Sevens Series.
The 34-year-old speedster bows out of the sport as the all-time leading try scorer in the sevens series with 358.
“It’s time to hang up the boots,” said Norton, who made his international sevens debut in 2009.
“I’ve loved every minute of it, I’ve loved being involved with England, with GB, I’ve loved being a part of amazing programmes over the years and if I keep talking I’m going to cry.
“It’s coming to an end but I’ve enjoyed the last 13, 14 years annoying the world, annoying my teammates - loved every minute of it.
“I love all the support from the guys at home and all across the world, this is an amazing sport, we love playing it, we love being involved, and it’s everything for us.”

EDITORS PICKS:

Fastest Ever England players (100m time):

#5. CHRISTIAN WADE - 10.8 SECONDS

The former England flier, who was called up Warren Gatland for the Lions tour to Australia in 2013, is trying his hand at American Football as a running back with the Buffalo Bills.

#4. OLLIE THORLEY - 10.7 SECONDS

The winger has pace, power and an eye for the try line. His impressive club performances saw him called up to the wider Six Nations squads for the 2019 and 2020 championships.

#3. JONNY MAY - 10.69 SECONDS

The speedster clocked 10.69 for the 100 metres. May has gradually improved his finishing prowess and is now arguably the first name on the team-sheet for head coach Eddie Jones.


#2. JASON ROBINSON - 10.67 SECONDS

Known as Billy Whizz, this former rugby league star proved a hugely successful convert to Union. A lethal runner from full-back or wing, he was a nightmare to mark in one-on-one situations. Had a knack of scoring memorable tries on the big stage.

#1. ADAM RADWAN - 10.6 SECONDS

Is there a faster player for England right now?


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