Gatland says Wales skipper Warburton will set example

WALES coach Warren Gatland has tipped history-maker Sam Warburton to leave a lasting impression on the 2011 Rugby World Cup.

The youngest World Cup captain ever, aged 22 years and 341 days, he leads Wales into battle against South Africa tomorrow and Gatland believes his skipper will win an army of new admirers when they witness the form that has impressed European audiences over the past 12 months.

“There are three definite what I consider world-class (openside) players at the moment in terms of (David) Pocock, (Richie) McCaw and Brussow,” said Gatland.