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Josh Van Der Flier learning how to switch off from rugby

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Leinster and Ireland flanker Josh Van Der Flier got his season underway last Friday when he came on for Leinster in their win over the Dragons.

The break was welcome for Van der Flier, who had some time off after a long 2023/2024 season. Having started preparations for the seasons in July last year for the World Cup, the season ended a year later with a win in South Africa.

While it had its ups and downs, both for province and country, the former world player of the year appreciated how he was managed through the season. "It was tough.

One thing that helped was after the World Cup we had three weeks off. In fairness to the IRFU and Leinster, they are very good at giving us breaks at those sport of times. "Physically, I felt great all year.

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