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Surprisingly enough, Wayne Barnes' favourite Six Nations moment is the exact same as yours

Assuming you’re an Irish rugby fan who likes your Grand Finales on the dramatic side.

IT’S FAIR TO say that rugby referee Wayne Barnes isn’t the most popular man in the sport.

While some referees enjoy a healthy level of respect from the general public and one in particular (we’re looking at you, Nigel) receives something close to adulation. Poor old Barsney seems to rub everyone from Southland to Scotland up the wrong way.

But wait, he’s actually sound!

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In the above clip, Barnes not only dishes out some sterling advice for any mad youngsters keen to take up refereeing, but also reveals his favourite Six Nations memory.

Ronan O'Gara scores a drop goal to win the game Those were the days. Andrew Fosker / Seconds Lef/INPHO Andrew Fosker / Seconds Lef/INPHO / Seconds Lef/INPHO

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    Mute Niall
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    Dec 20th 2023, 12:11 PM

    A fantastic hurling man that will be missed by all true Hurling people, RIP Johnny

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    Dec 20th 2023, 12:42 PM

    Very sad day for the faithful County.deepest sympathises to he’s daughters,grandson extended family and close friends,a supreme stick man,great character and a gentleman.

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    Dec 20th 2023, 4:22 PM

    Very sad news to hear.condolences to his family and friends and a massive thank you for all the memories,and all you done for Offaly hurling.RIP

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    Dec 20th 2023, 4:12 PM

    May the great referee when he calls my name say, you hurled like a man, you played the game – rest easy Johnny.

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