The Times gets a one-on-one kicking masterclass with England Rugby star George Ford.
At 31, Ford should pass 100 caps for England during this year’s Six Nations (he needs two more to make it) and has notched 413 points for his country to date, nestling him in third on England’s all-time list behind Owen Farrell and Wilkinson.
Ford’s technical knowledge, clear explanations and attention to detail make the session a breeze, and show exactly why so many tip him to become a coach when he eventually retires.
He has to get in a little dig first, though. “Why do you want to do this? Fans, and the media, always hammer us for kicking!” he says as we meet, before explaining why they do it.
