The Boys of Winter: England's 2003 Rugby World Cup Win, As Told By The Team for the 20th Anniversary (Paperback) - Lawrence Dallaglio

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The inside story of England's historic 2003 Rugby World Cup win told by the people and players who were there, published on the 20th anniversary

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

'A gripping book that brings that unforgettable match back to pulsating life' Daily Mail

'Fans will relish' The Times

England have been in four Rugby World Cup finals and only won one of them. In 2003, this team was the one that did it. And this is their story in their words.

The image of Jonny Wilkinson's last-minute winning drop goal is etched deep into the nation's consciousness. More than twenty years on, with their achievement still unmatched, the affection and respect this band of brothers command is as great as ever.

In The Boys of Winter, former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio and writer Owen Slot tell the inside story of England's triumphant 2003 Rugby World Cup through interviews with Martin Johnson, Clive Woodward, Jonny Wilkinson and all those involved, revealing how the team planned it and executed it; the iconic memories as well as the unseen moments.

But what has become of those heroes of our youth? This book also tells the story of how the tournament has shaped the lives of the team, for better and worse. For many it was the pinnacle, for some a missed opportunity and for others a curse from which they never recovered.

- Includes never-before-seen interviews with the squad and coaching staff

- Reveals how the team planned and executed the 2003 Rugby World Cup win


- Takes you inside the dressing room and onto the pitch for this historic moment


- Uncovers for the first time the impact of the achievement on the players


- Explores why this success has never been repeated


This is the definitive account of a legendary sporting moment and an examination of the costs of our dreams.

About the Author

Lawrence Dallaglio (Author)
Lorenzo Bruno Nero Dallaglio OBE, known as Lawrence Dallaglio, is an English retired rugby union player, former captain of England, and 2016 inductee of the World Rugby Hall of Fame. He played as a flanker or number eight for London Wasps and England, for whom he played 85 times.

Owen Slot (Author)
Owen Slot is chief sports writer at The Times. A three-times winner of UK sports reporter of the year and three-times sports feature writer of the year, Owen has covered every rugby world cup since 1995.

Contributors:
Lawrence Dallaglio, Owen Slot
Imprint:
BLINK Publishing
Publisher:
Bonnier Books Ltd
Release Date:
23 May 2024
Number of Pages:
352
Binding:
Paperback / softback
ISBN13:
9781788706575

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