P371 CEEFAX 1 371 Sat 30 Aug 20:54/12 DAVIES ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT 1/2 Jonathan Davies has decided to retire from rugby to start off a new career as a TV presenter with the BBC. The former Wales fly-half played in both codes for 12 years, winning 35 caps for Wales in union. He turned professional with Widnjs in 1989 after spells with Neath and Llanjlli and played in 13 Tests for Great Britain and nine for Wales. "$he timing is right for professional and personal reasons and I'm looking forward to working for BBC Wales." Football 302 Cricket 340 M/Sport 360 General 380 Rugby 370 Golf 330 PremNews Sun teams RL Fixs Main MenuP371 CEEFAX 1 371 Sat 30 Aug 20:54/56 DAVIES ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT 2/2 Gareth Edwards paid tribute to Jonathan Davies who has announced his retirement from the game. "Jonathan was one of the great players of his generation and an outstanding outsjdj-half," said Edwards. "He played in a Welsh team that was not one of the best and he often had to carry it. "If hj feels the time is right to go then hj should do so. He's had a great career in both league and union. I wish him well in the future." Football 302 Cricket 340 M/Sport 360 General 380 Rugby 370 Golf 330 PremNews Sun teams RL Fixs Main Menu