I’ve still got the legs to make next Lions tour says Sexton

By STEFFAN THOMAS
JOHNNY Sexton has targeted a place on the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour insisting there is still enough mileage left in his legs.
The 88-cap Ireland international will be 36 by the time Warren Gatland takes the Lions to South Africa.
Even though there will be fierce competition for the Lions No.10 jersey with Owen Farrell, Gareth Anscombe, Dan Biggar, Finn Russell and George Ford all vying for places, Sexton is confident he can force his way into contention.
“It would be massive to make the next Lions tour,” said Sexton.
“It’s been a goal of m...

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