Ronan O'Gara: In Cape Town, it's like we're getting the old band back together
Some coaches believe they are more important than they really are, but once you see that chemistry, that magic developing before your eyes, you might be as well to stand back a bit.
TOP FELLA: Ronan O'Gara celebrates with Uini Atonio after their victory in last year's Champions Cup Final over Leinster at the Aviva Stadium. Pic: David Rogers/Getty Images
IF ever arrested and charged with being a travel agent, I’d undoubtedly be found innocent on all counts. Flight time from Paris to Cape Town is circa 12 hours but we turned it into 27 hours ahead of Saturday’s Champions Cup examination against the Stormers.
Or rather I did. No excuses. The alternative got us direct from Paris to South Africa but came with a dealbreaker – the La Rochelle squad would have to be split up between different flights. Not happening.
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