Talk:Luke Watson

Deletions of unsubstantiated material

I removed the following lines as I could not find evidence for their claims, even though most reflect common perceptions in South Africa:

"The South African media speculated that Watson lost the award under dubious circumstances and that a deal was struck by which Floors won, and in return Watson would be imposed on national coach White in 2007"
"After the fall of apartheid Watson has profited handsomely in business deals given to him by a grateful ANC leadership"
The media speculated that Saru had again imposed its will on Jake White, but this was not validated in subsequent interviews or press releases by SARU and Jake White. The media speculated that Saru had again imposed its will on Jake White, but this was not validated in subsequent interviews or press releases by SARU and Jake White.
"...is quick to the point of "breakdown," as he can run 40m in 4.95 seconds..."
"Additionally, he consistently breaks the advantage line and creates space for his fellow forwards and backs."

I also removed the following, as Watson's subsequent appearance against Samoa in fact does make him a Springbok.

"Although Watson was selected in the Springbok training squad, his inclusion does not officially make him a Springbok" DocDee 06:34, 12 June 2007 (UTC)[reply]

Unsubstantiated opinions to be deleted

Statements that are not corroborated by references to existing authoritative texts (i.e. newspapers, books, magazines) should be regarded as opinion and deleted.

I am trying to weed out such statements, which include the following:

"Watson has been sent to Coventry by the Bok team, and is known as "46" by them, this a reference to him being foisted on White as number 46 of the initial 45 Bok selection.Unlike Hougaardt Watson regards a Bok jersey as his right due to his fathers political connections.It is rumoured that members of the Bok team would start to sing "Ag pleeze Daddy" a song recorded and made famous by Jeremy Taylor in the 1960's whenever Watson would enter a room, this a reference to his fathers machinations to secure a Springbok jersey for his son."

Only statements which can be verified should be included. Wikipedia is an encyclopedia, not a blog.DocDee 16:26, 12 June 2007 (UTC)[reply]

Neutral Point of View Problems

There were several POV problems when I first came across this page, as well as omissions of references.

I am trying to address these problems, and invite all contributors to do the same.

Simply swopping anti-Luke opinions for pro-Luke opinions does not solve either issue.DocDee 16:47, 12 June 2007 (UTC)[reply]