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Waiting game pays off for Lillicrap

BALANCING A full-time job with an elite sporting career takes a lot of work, so anything that helps relieve the strain is welcome. Hence why Siwan Lillicrap is grateful for the fact her mum still does her washing, even though she’s now 32.

“Without the support of my family I wouldn’t have achieved what I have,” say the Wales back-row. “They help me to be successful. I’m often out of the house early and don’t

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