HE may not have made his senior debut yet, but Luke Thomas entered the international arena yesterday.
The Warrington Wolves prop forward made his debut for Wales as they took on France in the sweltering heat of Albi.
Former Latchford Giants junior Thomas, 19, came off the bench for John Kear's side as they fell to a 34-10 defeat in what was their first game since November 2018.
Luke Thomas warming up before his Wales debut against France. Pictures by Dave Gibson Photography
Having come through the club's academy, 19-year-old Thomas has been ever-present for The Wire's reserve team this season.
He appeared in a youthful first team during a pre-season friendly win over Salford Red Devils in February and also made the 21-man squad for the Super League loss to St Helens last month.
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