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How much do you really know about Jonny Wilkinson? Below are 8 true or false statements. Click each one to reveal the answer and explanation.

1.

Jonny Wilkinson's pre-kick routine included a specific number of deep breaths to calm his nerves.

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He famously took three deep, slow breaths before every kick, a technique he developed to manage pressure.

2.

Jonny Wilkinson's winning drop goal in the 2003 Rugby World Cup final was kicked with his left foot.

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He kicked it with his right foot. Wilkinson was predominantly right-footed, though he practiced both.

3.

Jonny Wilkinson was the first rugby player to be knighted by the British monarchy.

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Wilkinson was awarded an OBE, not a knighthood. Sir Clive Woodward and Sir Ian McGeechan are knighted, but not Wilkinson.

4.

Wilkinson retired from international rugby immediately after the 2003 World Cup final.

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He played for England until 2011, including the 2007 World Cup where they reached the final again.

5.

Jonny Wilkinson was a black belt in karate before starting rugby professionally.

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He earned a black belt in Shotokan karate at age 12, which he credits for his discipline and kicking technique.

6.

Jonny Wilkinson scored the winning drop goal for England in the 2003 Rugby World Cup final.

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His drop goal in the last minute of extra time secured a 20-17 victory over Australia, making England the first northern hemisphere team to win the World Cup.

7.

Jonny Wilkinson never missed a single kick in the entire 2003 Rugby World Cup tournament.

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Jonny Wilkinson missed several goal kicks, including penalties and conversions, during the tournament. In the final, he missed three drop goal attempts before landing the winning one. Thus, he did not have a perfect kicking record.

8.

Wilson wrote a children's book about a rugby-playing dragon.

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Titled 'Jonny Wilkinson: The Little Dragon', it was published in 2004 and aimed to inspire young readers.

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