Warriors wing Josh Adams admitted that he was still on cloud nine 24 hours after becoming a Guinness Six Nations Grand Slam winner with Wales.
Adams played a major part in Wales’ triumph as he scored three tries during the campaign and also made the break that set up scrum-half Tomos Williams for the try that began their memorable fightback against France in Paris in the tournament opener.
“I’ve had 11 caps, thoroughly enjoyed all 11 of them, and to top it off with a Grand Slam is what dreams are made of. It would have been nice to have kept the try-scoring run going, but I’m happy with the three I’ve got,” said Adams.
“The whole squad have contributed really well and we couldn’t have done it without the collective effort, and that includes the backroom staff. After all the hard work we’ve put, in we thoroughly deserved it.
“The majority of the group from the undefeated Autumn series came through into this Six Nations campaign, and that was a big confidence boost for this group. We have just been really hungry to succeed.
“The trophy presentation was the highlight, without a doubt. I would give up every try I’ve scored in this campaign to be standing on that podium as Grand Slam winners, and lift that trophy.
“It was a bit surreal and I’m still on cloud nine to be honest. It was a great day to be wearing red, from 1-23 everyone who came on made a real impact and we were unlucky to concede a try at the end.”
Adams will now return to training at Sixways ahead of Warriors’ Gallagher Premiership match against Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate on Saturday but he won’t be bringing his winner’s medal with him.
“I won’t be taking my medal into training – there are a few England boys in the group, so I don’t think I could rub it in too much. I’ve sent the picture to our WhatsApp group, though,” added Adams.
Not that the Welsh wing’s thoughts will be solely fixed on domestic rugby when he returns to Warriors.
Having made such an impact during Wales’ 14 match unbeaten run, he now wants to stay on track to play at the World Cup in Japan.
“We’ve got another level to go, and we know that. We’ll enjoy this, go back to our clubs and reflect on it, and come back together and look forward to Japan,” said Adams.
“We know the quality within the squad, and we’ve got fantastic, world class coaches. We trust the game plan, execute it the best we can and the results take care of themselves.”