Teddy Wilson, son of former Wallabies captain and 1999 Rugby World Cup winner David Wilson, has been named in the Australia squad for November's Nations Championships Tests. The 24-year-old scrum-half captained his country at the 2023 Under-20 World Championships and has been in fine form for the Waratahs. He will compete alongside Tate Mc Dermott as back-up to first-choice nine Ryan Lonergan.
His father David Wilson played 79 times for Australia and started at open-side flanker in the 1999 World Cup final win over France at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium. Teddy revealed that David's jersey from the match is on display at the family home. David moved to Harlequins in 2000 and has since moved into business.
Teddy says his father does not put pressure on him to follow in his footsteps. "Dad doesn't really put much pressure on myself, he's been there and done that, obviously, so he definitely tells me a few things and helps me a lot," said Teddy. "He just lets me play my game and if he needs to say something, he will."
The squad includes Harry Wilson as captain, with forwards such as Allan Alaalatoa, Angus Bell, Rob Valetini and Taniela Tupou. In the backs, Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, Len Ikitau, Max Jorgensen and Ben Donaldson are among those selected alongside Teddy Wilson.
Source: BBC Sport · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing