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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

How motherhood changed Abbie Ward’s mentality as England seek World Cup glory

Abbie Ward is set to start the World Cup final for a third consecutive tournament - (AFP via Getty Images)

England lock Abbie Ward has explained that the birth of daughter Hallie has changed her perspective and mentality as she seeks a long-awaited Rugby World Cup win this weekend.

Ward has started the last two World Cup finals but is yet to taste tournament victory, being part of the lineout that faltered at the last against New Zealand in 2022 five years after suffering defeat to the Black Ferns in Belfast.

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