England Star Became A Local Legend After Buying His Local Pub
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ormer Exeter Chiefs star Jack Nowell may now be showcasing his skills in France’s Top 14 with La Rochelle, but the former England winger remains a proud Cornishman at heart.
He clearly has never forgotten his roots and is eager to give back to the Cornish community which shaped him as a person.
Nowell supports charities within the South West of England, such as the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and Cornwall Hospice Care.
One prime example of this is his decision to buy his local pub, The Swordfish Inn, in Newlyn, in 2018.
"I remember being down there as a kid with my dad and I just remember it being so rammed and seeing everyone like a family," says Nowell.
"When I got old enough and started drinking, it got a bit quiet and fizzled out a bit, and I was then in a position where I could afford to buy it, so me and Mark and Nick George bought it together.
“They're two guys that run pubs down in Cornwall and they're very, very good at what they do, so I mentioned (my plans) to them one day and they were really keen to do it with me.
“I'm trying to build it slowly into what it used to be like."
He is also a director of MUSTARD Clothing.
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Antoine Dupont didn't hesitate when naming his toughest opponent so far
In a recent Q&A, Dupont shared the players he respects most, and the list includes some seriously tough competition. When asked about his toughest opponents, he didn't miss a beat: "There are lots of great players around these days. Beauden Barrett, Faf de Klerk, Owen Farrell to name a few."
Let's dive into why these three legends have earned Dupont's respect and what makes them so hard to beat.
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Beauden Barrett – The All Blacks’ Game-Changer
If anyone can make even Dupont sweat, it's Beauden Barrett. New Zealand's speedster isn't just lightning fast—his rugby IQ is next level. Whether he's running the show at fly-half or sweeping in at full-back, Barrett's ability to read the game and create opportunities is unmatched.
With over 100 international caps and two World Rugby Player of the Year awards, Barrett's legacy is already cemented. His breakneck pace, combined with silky offloads, make him a nightmare to defend. Dupont knows better than anyone how dangerous Barrett can be.
Game-changing ability? Through the roof. Usually found ghosting past defenders before anyone knows he's there.
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