Ex-captain Michael Hooper ends Australia career after missing out on Olympics

Former Australia captain Michael Hooper has announced his retirement from international rugby after being left out of the sevens squad for the Olympics.

The 32-year-old revealed on social media that he would not be competing in Paris following a selection camp in Darwin over the weekend.

“What a ride! My Olympic journey has come to an end, and with it, my Australian Rugby career,” Hooper posted on Instagram.

“To the Aussie Sevens team, I wish you all the best you’ve been an awesome...