Rugby-England captain Farrell to miss Six Nations to prioritise mental health


  • Rugby
  • Thursday, 30 Nov 2023

Rugby Union - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Quarter Final - England v Fiji - Orange Velodrome, Marseille, France - October 15, 2023 England's Owen Farrell applauds fans after the match REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq/ File photo

LONDON (Reuters) -England captain Owen Farrell will sit out the 2024 Six Nations and take an indefinite break from international rugby in order to prioritise his mental health, but will continue to play for Premiership club Saracens, England Rugby said on Wednesday.

Flyhalf Farrell led his country to third place at the recent World Cup in France, but was the subject of boos from his own fans on several occasions during the tournament.

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