In the world of rugby, the journey to success is anything but ordinary. Beyond the field, many rugby players have embraced fascinating career paths.
Let’s explore some of the intriguing jobs taken on by these athletes in recent times…
1. Finn Russell (Scotland) – Stonemason
After secondary school, the Scotland star pursued an apprenticeship for three years as a stonemason, in a business owned by a family friend, whilst his rugby developed.
Pocketing £300 per week, supplemented by £50 in his hand from Falkirk Rugby Club, Russell is now one of the pre-eminent stand-offs in world rugby and certainly one of the most exciting.
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