The Chilean national rugby team has released its pre-nomination list of players for the upcoming 2023 Rugby World Cup, and it looks like the “Cóndores” are going all out to make a splash at the tournament.
The 75-man pre-nomination list includes both seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, many of whom have been honing their skills in the Top 14 and Pro D2 leagues in France.
Notably absent from the list are a few key players who have retired or are nearing retirement, such as veteren captain Rodrigo Tobar and prop Carlos Irarrázaval.
But despite these changes, the Cóndores remain confident, bolstered by their recent strong performances in the 2019 Americas Rugby Championship and the 2021 South American Rugby Championship.
This news is exciting for Chilean rugby fans, who have been eagerly anticipating the team’s performance in the next World Cup.
Rugby may not be as popular as soccer in Chile, but the sport has a dedicated following and has been growing in popularity in recent years. The national team’s success can help increase interest and investment in the sport, which can have positive impacts on the country’s athletic culture and economy.
As the Cóndores gear up for the upcoming tournament, fans will be eagerly watching to see if they can replicate or even surpass their past successes. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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