What happened to Andre Watson?
What happened to Andre Watson?
After months of delay, the South African Rugby Union have terminated the contract of their head of refereeing, Andre Watson. Their official statement: The CCMA’s finding is final and binding on SARU and Watson. …
Who won Rugby World Cup 2003 final?
England
The match was played between England and Australia on 22 November 2003 at Telstra Stadium in Sydney in front of a crowd of 82,957 people. England won 20–17 to win the Webb Ellis Cup for the first time, also becoming the first European side to win the cup.
Who played for England in the 2003 Rugby World Cup?
Jonny Wilkinson
Jonny Wilkinson England’s World Cup talisman was plagued by injuries after dropping the winning goal against Australia in 2003 but shrugged it off to find success on the Mediterranean. The 40-year-old joined Toulon’s back-room staff as kicking and skills coach after retirement and is now a regular TV pundit.
Who won World Cup 2003?
Germany
The tournament was won by Germany, who became the first country to win both men’s and women’s World Cup. China was originally awarded the right to host the tournament, which would have taken place from 23 September to 11 October in four cities.
Who is the only referee to referee two Rugby World Cup finals?
Watson refereed the first of two Rugby World Cup finals when he took charge of the 1999 Rugby World Cup Final between Australia and France in Cardiff. His second World Cup final was the 2003 Rugby World Cup Final between Australia and England in Sydney. He remains the only referee to have officiated in two finals.
Who was in the 2003 Rugby World Cup Final?
England beat Wales in their quarter final, 28–17, and went through to meet France in the semis. The Wallabies prevailed 22–10 over New Zealand at Stadium Australia. The following day England beat France 24–7 at the same venue.
When did Andre Watson referee the first Rugby World Cup?
Watson refereed five Super Rugby finals which is, as of 2011, a record. He made his international debut in 1996 in a match between Australia and Canada. Watson refereed the first of two Rugby World Cup finals when he took charge of the 1999 Rugby World Cup Final between Australia and France in Cardiff.
Where was the last Rugby World Cup played?
2003 Rugby World Cup Final. The 2003 Rugby World Cup Final was the final match in the 2003 Rugby World Cup, the fifth Rugby World Cup. The match was played between England and Australia on 22 November 2003 at Telstra Stadium in Sydney in front of a crowd of 82,957.