Chris Robshaw: Former England and Harlequins captain announces retirement | Rugby Union News

“After 18 years of professional rugby and a career I could only have dreamt of, I am officially announcing my retirement from the great game.” Former England and Harlequins captain Chris Robshaw has called time on his career.

Former England rugby union captain Chris Robshaw has announced his retirement.

The 36-year-old confirmed the news on Friday morning on social media.

“After 18 years of professional rugby and a career I could only have dreamt of, I am officially announcing my retirement from the great game.

“Following three dislocated shoulders in quick succession, my body has told me to blow the final whistle,” he wrote.

“No words can do justice to how fortunate and privileged I am to have enjoyed a career in the sport I am most passionate about.”

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