SportReutersRugby-Conan says Lions feeling the pressure with series win in sight
Number eight Jack Conan says there is even more pressure on the British & Irish Lions ahead the second test against South Africa in Cape Town on Saturday as they seek to replicate their impressive 22-17 first-test win and wrap up the series. The Lions were full value for their victory after a strong second-half showing, and Conan believes now they have shown the standards they can reach, the players are feeling the weight of expectation. "There is probably even more pressure this week to back up that performance and go out there and get another victory to finish off this series," Conan told reporters on Tuesday.
SportPA Media: SportSimone Biles hints she could withdraw from remainder of Tokyo Olympic Games
The 24-year-old pulled out of the women’s team event, citing a desire to prioritise her mental health.
SportPA Media: SportJack Conan backs ‘complete freak’ Tom Curry to spearhead Lions in second Test
The England flanker starred in the 22-17 win over South Africa first time out.
Headlines
- Simone Biles hints she could withdraw from remainder of Tokyo Olympic Games
- Jack Conan backs ‘complete freak’ Tom Curry to spearhead Lions in second Test
- Today at the Olympics: More Team GB joy in the pool
- What will Raphael Varane bring to Manchester United?
- Charlotte Dujardin delighted as she equals Olympic medal count by British woman