The Long Game: How Ryan Lonergan's Patience Paid Off in Test Rugby Ryan Lonergan's 93 game apprenticeship serves as a reminder that success in elite sports often requires unwavering commitment to hard work and perseverance, even when others around you seem to be getting ahead faster.
For years, Lonergan watched as his teammates made their debuts for the Wallabies while he continued to hone his skills.
It was a frustrating experience, but one that ultimately paid off in a big way last year when he earned his Test jersey at Eden Park against the All Blacks.