Saracens and former England winger David Strettle has released a sincere open letter after the announcement of his retirement from rugby yesterday. Saracens have followed up with two video tributes to the man who will end a 17-year career.
The 35-year-old will bow out at the end of the season, bringing a glittering career to an end, which has seen him win domestic titles in England and France, with Saracens and Clermont Auvergne respectively.
The winger said that social media posts from retiring players are one of the “certainties of life”, before thanking the various people that have helped him throughout his career. But the former Harlequin admitted that his rugby career cannot last forever, and this is the time to end his career.
Strettle earned 14 England caps between 2007 and 2013, and was part of the squad that won the 2011 Six Nations title. He also represented England on the sevens circuit before he had established himself in the 15 man format.
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He was touted as one of England’s most promising players at one stage, and while his international career may not have developed in the way that many would have expected, he has thrived in the domestic game.
He has been one of the most revered and complete players in the Premiership during his time with both Harlequins and Saracens, and after rejoining Sarries at the beginning of the season, he could add to his horde of silverware with a potential Champions Cup and Premiership double before he retires.
You can read what Strettle had to say in his post below:
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