End of an era: Felipe Contepomi
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Argentina and Stade Français fly-half Felipe Contepomi has announced that he will retire at the end of the season.
One of the finest number tens in world rugby over the past decade, Contepomi will now return to Argentina to begin his career as a doctor.
The 35-year old was part of Leinster's Heineken Cup winning campaign in 2009, although he missed the final due to injury.
He was part of the famous Argentinian side that made it to the semi-finals of the 2007 Rugby World Cup, winning 79 caps for his country scoring 631 points.
Contepomi began his career in Europe with Bristol in 1999, before linking up with Leinster, Toulon and finally Stade in 2011.
"At 35, I've had a great career and have enjoyed it," said Contepomi.
"I always had fun but I have had a few injuries recently and that makes the training sessions harder, especially on Mondays and Tuesday.
"It is a difficult decision but I will go back to Argentina and begin my career as a doctor.
"This is a life decision. Now I will savour every minute, every training session. That is the key."
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rugby_rockstar says...
All I gotta do is think of him scoring a try then running into the stands, sitting next to a couple of old ladies and then nodding and clapping in appreciation of his own try and I just gotta laugh! Best try celebrations ever. Cheers for the happy memories Felipe. What an Entertainer. :)
Posted 15:17 26th March 2013
BradS says...
Los Pumas won't be the same without him. All the best Felipe!
Posted 11:19 20th March 2013
felly says...
Good luck Felipe!
Posted 10:23 20th March 2013
lorenz78 says...
A great player and a constant fixture in the years that made Argentina a permanent presence in top flight rugby. Congratulations for your rugby and medical career.
Posted 08:56 20th March 2013
logophile says...
Thank you for all the great games!
Posted 06:48 20th March 2013
mmmaaa says...
Great Felipe! What a player...
Posted 21:52 19th March 2013
ruck_man7 says...
one of the finest indeed..embodied the character of Argentine rugby..guts and passion!!
good luck and all the best to you!!
Posted 21:32 19th March 2013
leinster_goy says...
one word: LEDGE. thanks for everything, Felipe
Posted 20:17 19th March 2013
Dub_Len_Irl says...
Brilliant player ...did leinster proud...I wish him well.
Posted 19:49 19th March 2013