Ulster’s Tom O’Toole reflects on tough loss to Stormers and looks ahead to future opportunities

Ulster suffered their second consecutive defeat against the Stormers, with a 13-7 loss in Cape Town. Despite an improved performance compared to their previous game against the Sharks, Ulster fell short once again.

Prop Tom O’Toole emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards within the team, acknowledging the need for continued growth and improvement. O’Toole expressed pride in the team’s first-half performance but highlighted the missed opportunities that ultimately led to their defeat.

With only one point from their two South African matches, Ulster has dropped to eighth place in the URC table. O’Toole stressed the importance of winning and acknowledged the competitiveness of the league, emphasizing the need to secure victories in order to climb the standings.

The match against the Stormers was a significant milestone for O’Toole, who celebrated his 100th appearance for Ulster. The Irish international recently signed a contract extension and is determined to continue contributing to the team’s success.

Reflecting on his achievement, O’Toole expressed gratitude for the opportunity to reach such a milestone and lead his teammates on the field. Looking ahead, O’Toole is focused on the future and aims to add many more appearances to his impressive record.

Despite the disappointment of the recent losses, O’Toole remains optimistic about the team’s potential and is committed to pushing forward and achieving success in the upcoming matches.