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Rob Lyttle posts emotional farewell letter as he confirms Ulster departure

Rob Lyttle has penned an emotional farewell letter to announce his departure from Ulster.

The winger has confirmed he will leave the province at the end of the current season.

Lyttle - who is just 26 - made his Ulster debut in 2016 and went on to score 19 tries over the next seven years.

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His exit follows on from team-mate Jordi Murphy's announcement last week that this will also be his last season at Ravenhill.

Lyttle announced the news on his social media, thanking everyone who had helped him during his Ulster career.

He said: "This will be my last season with Ulster Rugby. This comes with great sadness as playing for my home province has always been a dream of mine.

"I've enjoyed my eight years here, and have so many people to thank for helping me along the way.

"Firstly, everyone present in the physio and Athletic Performance Department for helping keep me fit and rehabbing me back from my injuries.

"Secondly, all the coaches past and present for giving me the opportunity to play and the tools to improve me as a player.

"Thirdly, the players. I have been extremely lucky to have played with some seriously talented players, and even better lads. I've got to travel the world playing the game I love with some of my best friends, and have got to play with childhood heroes who have now become great friends.

"My final thank you is to my family. Mum and dad for giving me the best possible chance of pursuing my dream growing up. To my wife Natalie, for being my rock through all the ups and downs professional sport throws at you, and always putting things into perspective for me.

"I love you so much.

"And lastly to my kids, Micah and Charlene, who are my biggest joy. I'm do grateful you both got to see me play in an Ulster shirt.

"I'm so thankful to God that playing for Ulster was part of his plan for my life. I'm excited for what the future holds.

"God bless, Bobby."

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