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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

Joe Marler reveals reasons for retirement after emotional Harlequins farewell: ‘God, I’m ready’

Joe Marler has bowed out of professional rugby - (Getty Images)

An emotional Joe Marler paid tribute to the Harlequins fans and his teammates after bidding farewell to rugby at the Twickenham Stoop.

Retiring prop Marler suffered defeat in his final game as a professional as Bristol Bears ran rampant in a 48-24 win to move to the top of the Premiership table.

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