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15. Damien Penaud
Penaud’s speed is subtle rather than spectacular, but highly effective. His running lines and timing make him one of the most dangerous wide threats in world rugby.
14. Louis Rees-Zammit
At his peak, Rees-Zammit is almost impossible to stop in open field. His acceleration and confidence with ball in hand make him a constant counter-attacking threat.
13. Seabelo Senatla
A sevens superstar, Senatla’s pace translates effortlessly to 15s rugby. When given space, very few players in history could match his ability to pull away.
12. Doug Howlett
New Zealand’s all-time leading try scorer relied on speed, timing, and anticipation. He wasn’t flashy, but his acceleration made him lethal near the try line.
11. Shane Williams
Williams’ brilliance came from his first few steps. His acceleration and footwork made him one of the most elusive players rugby has ever seen.
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10. Jason Robinson
Robinson’s low centre of gravity and explosive change of direction made him devastating in close quarters. Few players could match his ability to accelerate from a standing start.
9. Rieko Ioane
Ioane’s versatility allows him to exploit spaces with his rapid bursts, whether on the wing or at centre.
8. Bryan Habana
For over a decade, Habana was the benchmark for speed in international rugby. His breakaway tries became a trademark of South Africa’s golden era.
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