30-07-2025
‘Think about that lads' – Andy Farrell reveals Katie Taylor's inspirational message to Lions after win over Serrano
KATIE TAYLOR'S inspirational message to the British & Irish Lions before their second Test win over Australia has been revealed.
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Katie Taylor shared a motivational message to the Lions before their test series win over Australia
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They had to dig deep to do so against a vastly improved Wallabies, with
After the game,
And on the Lions' official
Farrell prefaced it by telling the players how it was a way to "get some understanding of what it takes to deliver under pressure".
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At this point, he beckoned to the screen through which a
video
message from the undisputed super lightweight champion was played.
It was recorded after she beat
And the Bray-native said: "Hi all, I am recording this fresh off the last leg of the trilogy of undisputed title fights with
"I am aware that you are in the heat of a trilogy of your own.
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"I want to share with you two quick thoughts that have helped me get the best out of myself on those big nights.
"The first is simply acknowledging the privilege of being part of big games like this.
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"There is no right to win, it must be earned every game, every fight, every tackle, every minute.
"The second thought I want to share is calm my nerves.
"Every athlete knows that there are so many variables on any given day, and for reasons I can't fully control, sometimes I feel sharp and strong and my timing is perfect and sometimes it isn't.
"This can lead to performance anxiety but, regardless of those things some of which are hard to control, I know that even if it isn't pretty, I am 100 percent confident that I'll go to the trenches if necessary.
"That's a controllable. That's a matter of will.
"So here's my message: prepare to win by skill but be ready to win by will.
"In both of our sports, it is often the case that the biggest will to win takes the spoils.
"I hope all of the things you have practiced and all the tactics you have contemplated go your way.
"I hope all the performances are worthy of your skills but, if not, I'm confident that your will and your courage will be enough.
"After all, what else does it mean to be a Lion? We are with you all the way. Best of luck, guys, and God bless."
