"Six months after a devastating injury saga, Glasgow Warriors' Zander Fagerson is feeling reborn. The 29-year-old prop, father of four, has been on an emotional rollercoaster, but he's emerged from the shadows with a renewed sense of purpose.
Fagerson's story began last year, when he was part of the British & Irish Lions team that fell short in Australia. However, his own career was dealt a significant blow just days before the tour when he suffered another calf injury. The pain and disappointment were overwhelming – "it was brutal" – but Fagerson refused to give up.
Instead, he channeled his emotions into making the most of a situation that could have easily derailed his life. He took his family on an unforgettable holiday to Asia, which provided much-needed respite from his own personal struggles.
Now, as Glasgow remain unbeaten in the Champions Cup and set to face Saracens at Scotstoun, Fagerson is back fit and firing – although not quite match-fit just yet. The prospect of leading Scotland into the Six Nations also brings a renewed sense of excitement and purpose.
Despite the loss of Huw Jones and Adam Hastings to Toulon and Montpellier respectively, Fagerson remains optimistic that his team will continue to thrive. "We want to win every game we play," he says with characteristic enthusiasm.
As Fagerson approaches his 30th birthday on January 19, he acknowledges that life is a journey, not a destination. He's come to accept that age brings its own set of challenges, but also opportunities for growth and renewal.
For this Scottish rugby star, the key to success lies in finding balance between family life and professional demands. As a father of four under seven, Fagerson knows what it takes to keep his priorities straight – "the kids have been trying to hide bits of artwork for me," he laughs.
As Glasgow look to push their Champions Cup ambitions further, Fagerson is eager to prove himself once more. He's no longer defined by injury or heartbreak; instead, he's a warrior on the brink of new glory, armed with an unshakeable faith in his own abilities and those of his teammates.
Fagerson's story began last year, when he was part of the British & Irish Lions team that fell short in Australia. However, his own career was dealt a significant blow just days before the tour when he suffered another calf injury. The pain and disappointment were overwhelming – "it was brutal" – but Fagerson refused to give up.
Instead, he channeled his emotions into making the most of a situation that could have easily derailed his life. He took his family on an unforgettable holiday to Asia, which provided much-needed respite from his own personal struggles.
Now, as Glasgow remain unbeaten in the Champions Cup and set to face Saracens at Scotstoun, Fagerson is back fit and firing – although not quite match-fit just yet. The prospect of leading Scotland into the Six Nations also brings a renewed sense of excitement and purpose.
Despite the loss of Huw Jones and Adam Hastings to Toulon and Montpellier respectively, Fagerson remains optimistic that his team will continue to thrive. "We want to win every game we play," he says with characteristic enthusiasm.
As Fagerson approaches his 30th birthday on January 19, he acknowledges that life is a journey, not a destination. He's come to accept that age brings its own set of challenges, but also opportunities for growth and renewal.
For this Scottish rugby star, the key to success lies in finding balance between family life and professional demands. As a father of four under seven, Fagerson knows what it takes to keep his priorities straight – "the kids have been trying to hide bits of artwork for me," he laughs.
As Glasgow look to push their Champions Cup ambitions further, Fagerson is eager to prove himself once more. He's no longer defined by injury or heartbreak; instead, he's a warrior on the brink of new glory, armed with an unshakeable faith in his own abilities and those of his teammates.
so i wonder what inspired zander fagerson to take that holiday to asia? was it just a random break or did someone suggest it to him? 
he seems like the type who would actually enjoy spending time with his family, but at the same time, he's still super driven about rugby. does he think being a dad is affecting his game or is he finding ways to balance both? 
and omg, i love how humble he is - "we want to win every game" sounds so nice to hear! 
I feel like Zander Fagerson is giving me major motivation vibes! 
Being part of a sports team can be tough, especially when you're dealing with injuries and setbacks, but it's amazing how he bounced back from all that. And I love how he prioritizes his family life - being a good dad is just as important as crushing it on the field! 
Having balance in life is key, you know? It's not about winning or losing, but about taking care of yourself and those around you. Fagerson seems like a total rockstar for finding that balance and coming out stronger on the other side. 
his story is like whoa! from being part of the Lions team to going thru a super tough time with injuries & then finding ways 2 make the most of it 
still, Glasgow Warriors look unbeaten in Champions Cup & Fagerson is all about leading Scotland into Six Nations 
u can tell he's got a lot of passion 4 the game & for his team 
that's like, SO important 
as a dad of four he knows what it means 2 keep priorities straight 
& he's not worried about age either, just sees it as an opportunity 4 growth & renewal 
I can imagine how tough it must've been for him to deal with two major injuries and still manage to keep going. But instead of letting it break him, he used it as a chance to reconnect with his family and find new balance in life. That's so inspiring! 
It's clear that he's found a way to channel his emotions into something positive, and now he's back stronger than ever. I love how humble he is too, acknowledging the challenges of getting older but still staying focused on what matters most - his family and team. He's living proof that life is about growth, not just winning! 
. As for Glasgow Warriors, they're looking strong this season and Fagerson is back fit and firing, just not quite match-fit yet 
He had to deal with a bunch of injuries and all that... it's not easy being a rugby star 
. But what I like about him is how he's got his priorities straight – family first, then rugby 
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. And now he's back and more determined than ever... maybe there's more to this story than meets the eye 
. Plus, what's with all the emphasis on "finding balance" between family life and professional demands? Sounds like a clever way to keep him from getting too close to the truth about the team's performance 
. Still, I gotta respect his spirit - maybe he'll prove me wrong... but I'm not holding my breath 
this guy Fagerson sounds like a total baller, gets hurt, but still finds a way to keep it together and make the most of it... took his fam on a sick holiday to Asia and now he's back and ready to slay the Six Nations 
i love how he's not defined by his past injuries anymore, he's like a phoenix rising from the ashes 
fam over football all day erry day 
His kids trying to 'hide' his artwork is literally the sweetest thing ever 
. And with Glasgow Warriors on fire and the Six Nations on the horizon, I'm predicting a big year for this Scottish rugby star! 
. and now he's leading scotland into the six nations? that's just amazing!!! 
and now he's back stronger than ever 
i mean, who wouldn't want to be a dad of four under seven 
and have artwork hidden around for their parents? 
! Six months ago, I was worried he'd never play rugby again 
, but now he's back on the pitch, leading Scotland into the Six Nations 
, I love how he's channeling his pain into making the most of it... not exactly the most inspiring story, but hey, at least he's got his priorities straight - kids' artwork vs. rugby games, that's some quality family time 