England's New Rugby Star: 21, Unstoppable, and Just Getting Started
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Henry Pollock turns 21 next week. Finding a gift for him is a challenge. He has already scored two tries on his England debut, been selected for the British & Irish Lions, and is nominated for world breakthrough player of the year.
This is all before starting even 10 professional club games.
The Northampton flanker is known for his bleached hair and energetic social media presence. But his true identity is simpler. He is a young athlete with a single, burning ambition.
"I'm just a normal kid who has this amazing drive to want to be the best," Pollock says. "I'm never satisfied."
He approaches every challenge with excitement, not fear. For England's newest rugby sensation, this is only the beginning.