Johnny Sexton on life after sports: 'Rugby is not the most important thing anymore' 

Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says his outlook on life has changed since becoming a dad. He talks to Helen O’Callaghan about the division of labour at home, Father’s Day, and encouraging his children to participate in the sport of their choice
Johnny Sexton on life after sports: 'Rugby is not the most important thing anymore' 

Johnny Sexton: Having kids has mellowed the Irish rugby international

You can learn a lot from your kids. That’s what Johnny Sexton’s kicking coach told him.

“He said watch your kids practising – the way they do it is the way you should. Kids don’t care about results – if they miss they go to the next straightaway. They’re not too worried about outcome,” says Sexton.

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