Straight Up

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Until just before this book was published, most people didn't know the truth of Ruby's childhood. I'll leave it for you to discover in this book - other than at the end there is just the slightest tinge of bitterness when she says; As she writes the next chapter of her life, it’s perhaps best to cite another of her training bag mantras: “I take control of the pressure. I let go of my stress and I find my excitement.” New Zealander of the Year Awards semifinalists include Ruby Tui, Sir John Kirwan, Tāme Iti, Topp Twins

What rain? Where’s the thunder? We’re at the Olympics. Let’s be happy. Let’s compete safely and peacefully. Peace and love. Love you guys,” Tui said.She’s spoken to some players who think they have given up too early; others perhaps held on for too long. After a childhood filled with neglect Ruby yearned for another path. Determined not to let her upbringing limit her, she survived abuse, drugs and tragedy to become one of the most successful women's rugby players in the world. It left no what-ifs about it. If you don't get on top of your drug problem, this is what happens. It's a bad road." England had lost four previous finals to New Zealand and their hearts were broken once again as Ayesha Leti-I’iga’s try regained a three-point lead for the hosts with nine minutes remaining.

Well, I just – can you just repeat the question?” Tui said, reaching over and grabbing her gold medal from off screen.We can put on a World Cup that makes the rest of the world go 'whoa, New Zealand truly is the home of rugby'. Exclusive interview: Five months after the Rugby World Cup victory, that famous singalong and a best-selling book, Ruby Tui is emerging as a powerhouse off the field. She talks over lunch with editor-at-large Shayne Currie about living life with purpose, her future plans - and children. So it actually brought my mum and me closer, because she realised she was literally my real-life hero growing up.”