Overview
- William, patron of the Welsh Rugby Union since 2016, posted a personal message on official royal accounts praising Halfpenny and signed it with his initial "W".
- Halfpenny has confirmed he will retire at the end of the current season after nearly 20 years in the professional game.
- The full-back earned 101 caps for Wales and scored 801 points, building a reputation as one of the sport’s most reliable goal-kickers.
- He represented the British & Irish Lions on three tours and was named player of the series during the 2013 victory in Australia.
- His club career spanned Cardiff, Scarlets, RC Toulon and Harlequins, and tributes from fans and figures such as Sir Gareth Edwards hailed his courage, consistency and professionalism.