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Sir Clive Woodward: Why I'm delighted Henry Pollock is changing the way rugby players behave - and why no one should be bothered about him bouncing around like a teenager who's drunk too much pop

Henry Pollock's nomination for World Rugby's breakthrough player of the year award is not only a reflection of his stunning ascent, but also England's impressive collective development.

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