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The Final Whistle

By: Nigel Owens, Dan Carter - foreword
Narrated by: Nigel Owens
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About this listen

The long-awaited autobiography of one of the most respected rugby union referees ever.

It's rare for a referee in any sport to be popular, yet Nigel Owens has always courted strong affection throughout the world - loved by the players, coaches, officials, TV commentators and even fans. A real character, some of his famous put-downs whilst lecturing players, such as 'This is Not Soccer', have become huge social media hits.

The best rugby referee of his generation, Nigel also has an incredible back story to tell. After coming through dark times when he tried to take his own life, he was the first leading figure in the macho world of rugby union to come out openly as gay and went on to command respect everywhere for his honesty off the pitch and ability as a referee on it.

This is an inspirational story of triumph over adversity, hope over despair. It all makes for a truly compelling read as the rugby book of the year.

With a foreword by Dan Carter.

©2022 Nigel Owens (P)2023 Hachette Audio UK Rugby Sports Inspiring Thought-Provoking

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Nigel’s honesty and fairness shines through his down to earth approach to life comes through in his story of his life so far nice listening to the little comments of big name players and him when they were on the pitch when he was refereeing the game

Entertaining listen

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Where do I start this book is amazing I wish it was a longer book Nigel’s story is truly exceptional and inspirational to all.

Brutally honest and insightful

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Nigels.book was very moving at times especially about when he.came out and his lovely parents

Very moving

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an absolutely amazing autobiography, nigel owens is a wonderful human being, open , honest and extremely humble. He is the greatest referee to ever grace the pitch, always fair, direct and addressed a situation like a true Welsh man, bluntly setting players straight, such an amazing person who i have no doubt will be the forever known as the World's Greatest Referee for eternity, I have literally not stopped crying, this is the best autobiography I have ever had the honour of.listening to.

humble, enlightening, honest

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Fantastic insight and listen to of the Number One ref in the World - very enjoyable and an easy listen too!

Nigel Owen Final Whistle

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