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Wainwright has been a leading figure for Dragons since making his debut in 2017, which was followed by a rapid rise to the international stage.<\/p>\n
The back-row forward has won 62 caps, featured in all five matches of the 2019 Grand Slam and has played at two World Cups.<\/p>\n
“He is going to be a massive loss,” said Tiatia. “I love Waino \u2013 he is a unique man and a heck of a player who brings confidence to the group.<\/p>\n
“He trains hard, does all of the one per centers really well and is a really good pro; people can influence others and he is definitely a person we will miss.<\/p>\n
“We know that he will give his best until the season is finished and that is exciting because there are a lot of things that we can do as a group together and objectives that we want to achieve, with Waino as part of that.”<\/p>\n
Tiatia is working with Dragons head of recruitment Jonathan Westwood to fill the void, with Wainwright’s decision leaving plenty of room in the budget.<\/p>\n
The Rodney Parade club, who signed a new Professional Rugby Agreement with the Welsh Rugby Union in May, will have an increased playing budget of approximately \u00a36m next season.<\/p>\n
“We are looking at the moment at opportunities for someone to come in and complement what we are doing here and really impose themselves,” said Tiatia.<\/p>\n
“We have got a bit of work to do to find the right person, or persons. Retention is really important and so is our recruitment.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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