With only two minutes remaining in extra time, Jonny Wilkinson attempts a drop kick from 40 yards that could secure England's first Rugby World Cup victory.
“One Dream. One Chance. One Kick.”
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With only two minutes remaining in extra time, Jonny Wilkinson attempts a drop kick from 40 yards that could secure England's first Rugby World Cup victory.
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Jonny Wilkinson stands poised 40 yards from the posts, the weight of England's hopes resting on his shoulders. In the 2003 Rugby World Cup final against Australia, the match is tied after eighty minutes, forcing extra time. Wilkinson's drop kick, executed with precision, secures England's first World Cup victory. Directed by James Erskine, "Building Jerusalem" traces the evolution of rugby and the professionalization of the sport in the 1990s, culminating in England's historic triumph under coach Clive Woodward.
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Why Watch
- See Jonny Wilkinson's game-winning drop kick.
- Follow England's rise in rugby during the 1990s.
- Meet coach Clive Woodward and his impact on the team.
Did You Know
- The World Cup final between England and Australia ended in a tie after 80 minutes.
- Jonny Wilkinson executed a drop kick with only 2 minutes left in the match.
- England's World Cup victory in 2003 marked a significant transformation for the team.
- The documentary features key players like Martin Johnson and Matt Dawson.
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Who scored the winning drop kick for England in the 2003 World Cup final?
Jonny Wilkinson executed the drop kick that secured England's victory.
What year did England win the Rugby World Cup?
England won the Rugby World Cup in 2003.
Who was the coach of the England rugby team during their 2003 World Cup campaign?
Clive Woodward was the coach of the England rugby team during the 2003 World Cup.
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