Lukas Hinds-Johnson

Rugby player, Germany national team

Lukas Hinds-Johnson - Rugby player, Germany national team
Born

December 25th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A rugby player who represented the Germany national team in various international competitions. He played primarily as a flanker and was known for his aggressive playing style and strong defensive skills. Throughout his career, he contributed to the growth of rugby in Germany, participating in both 15s and 7s formats of the game. His performances on the field helped raise the profile of the sport within the country and garnered attention at the European level.

Represented Germany at the Rugby World Cup qualifiers

Played in European Rugby Championship matches

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