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David Bishop, with the ball for Pontypool RFC v Australia
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David Bishop, with the ball for Pontypool RFC v Australia
David Bishop, with the ball for Pontypool RFC v Australia. Copyright Western Mail and Echo Ltd. Dated 4th November 1981. *David Bishop, the scrum-half who came back after suffering a broken neck, is poised to climax an amazing return. As reward for his outstanding form in recent matches for Pontypool, David is in the Monmouthshire side to play the touring Maoris at Newport. In his final warm-up game before the encounter, David clinched a hat-trick of tries in Pontypoolis 25-12 victory over Bridgend. But just 10 months ago he faced the prospect of paralysis after a four-hour operation to his shattered body when he brushed with death on the pitch after being crushed in a ruck and stretchered off at Aberavon. The 22-year-old loft insulator confessed: iI donit want to be branded a hero n Iim only doing what I enjoy
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David Bishop - Triumph Over Adversity
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. In this powerful photo print, we witness a defining moment in the remarkable journey of David Bishop, the scrum-half for Pontypool RFC. The image captures him with unwavering determination, clutching the ball tightly as he prepares to make his mark against Australia. This photograph holds deeper significance when we consider that just ten months prior, David faced a life-altering injury that could have left him paralyzed. After enduring a grueling four-hour operation following a devastating incident on the pitch at Aberavon, he defied all odds and made an astonishing comeback. Now poised to climax his incredible return, David's outstanding form has earned him a place in Monmouthshire's side to face the touring Maoris at Newport. His recent hat-trick of tries in Pontypool's victory over Bridgend serves as testament to his unwavering spirit and skill. Despite being hailed by many as a hero for overcoming such adversity, David remains humble. He simply sees himself as someone who is doing what he loves - playing rugby. At only 22 years old and working as a loft insulator off the field, this young athlete exemplifies resilience and passion. This print not only immortalizes an unforgettable moment in Welsh rugby history but also reminds us of the indomitable human spirit that can triumph over even the most daunting challenges.
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