The Rugby World Reacts To Paul O’Connell’s Retirement
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The man, the myth, the legend.
Paul O’Connell released a statement this morning to announce his retirement on medical grounds and as expected the rugby world has paid huge tribute to one of the greatest the game has ever seen.
A genuine Lions legend – thanks for the memories @Paul_OConnell pic.twitter.com/UFpzzVypCy
— British&Irish Lions (@lionsofficial) February 9, 2016
Sad news big man! Best wishes in retirement @Paul_OConnell, put the feet up and enjoy! #welldeserved #thankspaulie https://t.co/tPebqHkgUd — Shane Byrne (@shanebyrneoffic) February 9, 2016
Pity that Paul O’Connell didn’t get to chose his exit from playing but fitting he finished in Green competing & leading as always #Legend
— Bernard Jackman (@bernardjackman) February 9, 2016
.@Paul_OConnell time to enjoy a well earned glass of 🍷 in the sun @RCTofficiel — Gordon D’Arcy (@Gordonwdarcy) February 9, 2016
Really disappointing to see @Paul_OConnell having to retire. Sensational career in Red & Green. Simply irreplaceable.
— Brian O’Driscoll (@BrianODriscoll) February 9, 2016
We said it before, we’ll say it again. Thanks @Paul_OConnell #ThanksPaulie #ShoulderToShoulder pic.twitter.com/OTo2F1snBM — Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) February 9, 2016
Paul O’Connell has announced his retirement from rugby. #ThanksPaulie for a magnificent & trailblazing career! pic.twitter.com/C1yxiWU4uA
— Munster Rugby (@Munsterrugby) February 9, 2016
