Garry Ringrose insists Leinster defeat has given him extra motivation as Ireland get ready for South Africa test series [Video]

GARRY RINGROSE has insisted Leinster’s losses will drive him to try to reach the heights with Ireland at altitude.

Ringrose returned from a three-month absence with a shoulder injury to play for the province in their URC semi-final against the Bulls.

Garry Ringrose of Leinster after his side’s defeat in the United Rugby Championship semi-final match against Vodacom Bulls at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria

Jesse Kriel of South Africa is tackled by Garry Ringrose in the World Cup but the two sides will meet again next Month in a test series

Leo Cullen’s side were beaten meaning that — along with their Champions Cup final loss to Toulouse — they had a third season in a row without silverware.

As co-captain with James Ryan — who was also sidelined for a significant period of time — it hit Ringrose particularly hard.

But he pointed to plenty of experience of bouncing back from disappointments.

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