Wales' Shane Williams is set for his final Test appearance against Australia on Saturday
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Writing in the Western Mail, Gwyn Jones pays tribute to Wales' Shane Williams as he prepares to make his last international appearance.
"Looking back it was probably during the 2003 World Cup, when his characteristic darting runs lit up the tournament, that he finally established himself as an integral part of the Welsh team. And in the subsequent eight years Wales has been excited, enthralled and entertained by the devastating running ability of our left wing.
"He has been at the centre of two Grand Slams and a magnificent World Cup campaign. What is more remarkable is that in a period when the game has changed more than at any other time in its history, Shane has managed to adapt, evolve and master every single challenge that came his way.
"He was small, indeed he still is, but thanks to the hours of training he kept the raw speed, elegant balance and agility but combined it phenomenal power.
"What endears many supporters to him is his appetite for work, his willingness to have a go and by daring to be the man that makes the difference."
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