Lukas Rosenthal
German rugby player, national team member
Born
July 7th, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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Played rugby for the German national team. Participated in various international competitions, showcasing skills in both sevens and fifteen formats. Contributed to the growth of rugby in Germany through participation in European tournaments.
Represented Germany in the Rugby Europe Championship
Played in Rugby Sevens World Series qualifying events
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