Ben Tune
Rugby player and World Cup champion
Born
December 28th, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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A former rugby union player who represented Australia in international competitions. Played as a wing and gained recognition for skillful performances during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Contributed to Australia's Rugby World Cup victory in 1999. Represented the Queensland Reds in the Super Rugby competition and was part of the successful 1998 Tri Nations campaign. Also played club rugby for the Australian clubs, enhancing his reputation in the rugby community.
Won the Rugby World Cup in 1999
Played for the Queensland Reds
Part of the 1998 Tri Nations winning team
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