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Shane Williams: despite the losses, we're actually at the beginning of something special 26/03/2010

If we had started the Six Nations the way we finished against Italy at the weekend we might be celebrating a championship now instead of being left with nothing but regrets and frustration. We were desperate to go out with a win, and though it was tough in the first half, in Cardiff we final...

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Shane Williams: There is tremendous character in this side 05/03/2010

It was the same old story against France on Friday night. We started poorly, finished strongly, and were left with plenty of regrets. Before the game we repeatedly spoke about making a good start and putting the French under pressure, but before we knew it we were 20 points down. We are just not...

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Shane Williams: two weeks to reflect 26/02/2010

After that dramatic win over Scotland I really appreciated having a full two weeks in which to recover and prepare for the visit of France to the Millennium Stadium on Friday night. After a game, and especially after giving so much against the Scots, I always need to do nothing for the next 48 h...

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Shane Williams: The Scots gave us a real fright 19/02/2010

Even now, three days after that dramatic finale in Cardiff, as the bumps and bruises begin to fade, I still have a large smile on my face when I think about how we managed to beat Scotland. I have never played in such a crazy game, and feel very lucky I was able to finish off all our hard work ...

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Training Drills: Chip and Chase 01/09/2009

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This drill is an effective tactic in pacing a flat defence. Straight from the RFU and WRU, use it and learn to play like the best.

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Inside the head of Shane Williams 29/06/2009

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As international rugby player of the year, Shane Williams knows a lot about pressure. Watch him discuss his competitive spirit and the part patience plays in recovering from injury and defeat.

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