It was ten years ago this month that New South Wales, in the midst of the state's darkest hour, found salvation in one of the most unlikely heroes in State of Origin history.
The three-time Olympic gold medallist has always been a long-term planner, and had his career mapped out well before his illustrious swimming career ended.
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