Quade Cooper

Rugby player and boxer, Wallabies star

Quade Cooper - Rugby player and boxer, Wallabies star
Born

April 5th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played rugby union for the Australian national team, the Wallabies, primarily in the fly-half position. Initially represented New Zealand in age-grade rugby before moving to Australia, achieving significant success in international rugby. Also had a career in boxing, participating in professional bouts. In rugby union, contributed to Australia's victory in the 2011 Tri Nations Championship and played a pivotal role in the 2015 Rugby World Cup, reaching the final.

Represented the Wallabies in over 70 tests

Contributed to Australia’s 2011 Tri Nations Championship win

Played in the 2015 Rugby World Cup final

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