Patrick Lambie
Rugby player; Springbok fly-half
Born
October 17th, 1990
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
South Africa
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Played as a fly-half for the South African national rugby team and was a key player for the Sharks in Super Rugby. Lambie made his debut for the Springboks in 2010 and participated in the 2015 Rugby World Cup. His versatility allowed him to play both fly-half and fullback positions, contributing significantly to the team's performance. Notable for his tactical kicking and defensive skills, he gained recognition for his ability to control the pace of the game.
Debuted for South Africa in 2010
Played for the Sharks in Super Rugby
Participated in the 2015 Rugby World Cup
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