From being a farmer in Wexford to becoming one of the best rugby players in the whole world.
The rise of Tadhg Furlong has been nothing short of meteoric. In the space of one year, he went from an uncapped international player to a crucial member of an historic Lions team.
From humble beginnings, the Irish prop was a renowned GAA footballer and hurler but, gradually, the rugby-playing country started to speak his name.
In the latest episode of The Making Of… SportsJOE travels to Wexford to discover the stuff that made Tadhg Furlong. From his old school at Good Counsel to his GAA club in Horeswood and at New Ross Rugby Club, they all have stories to tell about one of Wexford’s favourite sons.
