The prominent England rugby player, Abby Dow, who was a World Cup champion, has announced her retirement from professional rugby. Dow, 28, was a key player in the Red Roses’ successful campaign this year. Now, she has decided to leave rugby to dedicate herself to her engineering career.
Dow retires with an impressive record of 50 tries in 59 appearances. During her career, Dow won seven Six Nations titles with England, including six Grand Slams, and two WXV1 victories. In addition, she started in the World Cup final that the Red Roses won against Canada on September 27.We are losing the best winger in world rugby at the peak of his abilities.
John Mitchell, Coach of the Red Roses
Dow also added:I never imagined, when I picked up a rugby ball at the age of five, that I was starting a 23-year sporting career. Rugby has been fundamental in my life and has made me who I am today. However, I feel the call of my other passion, engineering, so I have decided to hang up my boots and try my luck in a different world.
Abby Dow
In addition to his success in rugby, Dow earned a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Imperial College London and is also known for her expertise in crochet. Coach John Mitchell praised Dow, highlighting his intelligence, insight, and competitive ability.The rugby family has given me much more than I could ever give back. I would like to thank my coaches, family, friends and, most importantly, the fans. They have allowed me to participate in something truly wonderful. I feel very privileged and honored. Today, I leave rugby as a player and join as its number one fan. Thank you all very much!
Abby Dow
Mitchell concluded by saying that they respect Dow’s decision and wish him success in his next chapter.Abby has been part of an era for the Red Roses in which the game has grown exponentially and, through her love of crochet, her interaction with the fans and her undeniable skill in rugby, has helped to propel the women’s game to unprecedented heights.
John Mitchell
