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AWJ urges players to have heart check

ALUN Wyn Jones has revealed he underwent surgery to correct the heart condition atrial fibrillation after his career drew to a close at Toulon. The 38-year-old world record cap-holder has called for players to be screened for such issues more often.
The former Wales lock, right, who made 170 international appearances, including 12 Tests for the Lions, said: “It was discovered when I joined Toulon in July. My heartbeat was like a galloping horse with six legs. It was all over the shop.
“There is a lot of talk about welfare in rugby at the minute, but does that cover ever...

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