Joe Marler pulls out of England's tour to Australia
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Joe Marler pulls out of England's tour to Australia
The Harlequins prop has made himself unavailable for selection
ahead of England's Wealth Cup game against Wales and
three-Test tour to Australia to "rest ahead of next season."
But the 42-times capped international admits he needs a rest from the busy rugby schedule.
But the 42-times capped international admits he needs a rest from the busy rugby schedule.
"I think a short rest will really help me
recharge my batteries so I can start next season with the energy and
focus that's needed to perform at the highest level.
"I wish my teammates the very best in Australia in what is a hugely exciting and challenging series for England," he said.
Marler appeared in all five of England's games in the 2016 RBS 6 Nations as the Red Rose claimed the Grand Slam for the first time in 13 years.
"I wish my teammates the very best in Australia in what is a hugely exciting and challenging series for England," he said.
Marler appeared in all five of England's games in the 2016 RBS 6 Nations as the Red Rose claimed the Grand Slam for the first time in 13 years.
