O'Driscoll set to begin the long road back
16 July 2005, 5:12 pm
By Graham Jenkins
Ireland and Leinster star Brian O'Driscoll is set to be released from hospital tomorrow following an operation to repair his dislocated right shoulder.  
The British & Irish Lions skipper sustained the injury in a controversial tackle in the first Test against New Zealand and subsequently missed the rest of the tour.  

The 26-year-old had an operation on his injury onFriday in Dublin on Friday and is comfortable after the operation.  
 
A spokesperson said he will rest up for two weeks before starting a busy rehabilitation programme.  
 
"It's too early for him to say what his goals are as far as playing again.  
 
"He will not know until he starts his rehab. But everything seems fine at the moment and he is very comfortable after the operation."

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