Jenkins: Star status affecting Henson

Wales head coach Gareth Jenkins believes axed centre Gavin Henson is struggling to cope with the pressures of his celebrity status.

Thu, 01 Feb, 2007 - 18:38
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Wales head coach Gareth Jenkins believes axed centre Gavin Henson is struggling to cope with the pressures of his celebrity status.

Jenkins dropped Henson from the Wales squad for Sunday’s Six Nations clash with Ireland and blamed his disappointing recent performances on off-field distractions and media scrutiny.

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