He had already announced that this season would be his last. His career ends earlier than expected. At 35, the third line South African François Louw announced on Twitter that he put an end to his career, without waiting for a possible resumption of the English championship, where he has been playing since 2011 under the colors of Bath.
Today marks my final day as a pro rugby player. No final swan-song game or fairytale farewell but that is not what I will remember. I have the memories of this adventure with me forever & I will look back everyday with my heart full & content. Thank you for being part of that.
— Francois Louw (@FloLouw) June 20, 2020
“Today is the last day of my career as a professional rugby player. There will be no swan song on a pitch for me, but that is not what I will remember. I will keep the memories of this adventure forever and when I look back, it will be a happy heart. Thank you for sharing this adventure with me. “
? He had already retired internationally by the end of the World Cup in Japan, after 69 selections with the Boks.
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