Vickery's journey from World Cup winner to bodybuilder at 50
Why England Rugby World Cup winner Phil Vickery has started entering bodybuilding competitions at the age of 50.
BBC Sport reports: Why England Rugby World Cup winner Phil Vickery has started entering bodybuilding competitions at the age of 50.
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