Owen Finegan on His Iconic RWC Try, Haka Controversy & Wild SA Afterparty

Wallaby's legend Owen Finegan joins Justin Marshall, Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe to shares his journey from being a young rugby player at Randwick to becoming a World Cup winner with the Wallabies. He reflects on his memorable try in the 1999 World Cup final, the challenges faced by the team leading up to that victory, and the camaraderie that defined their success. He also talks about the infamous Cape Town incident, highlighting the transition from amateurism to professionalism in rugby, and the importance of maintaining a balance between personal life and sportsmanship. The discussion transitions into the Finegan's current role in philanthropy, focusing on childhood cancer research and the importance of raising awareness and funds for better treatments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices