Meanwhile, Scotland wing Thom Evans has undergone a second operation on his neck at University Hospital in Cardiff and surgeons are pleased with his progress.

Scotland coach Andy Robinson visited both players in Cardiff yesterday. He said: "It was uplifting to speak to both players and hear first-hand that they're both feeling better. Once again, on behalf of the Scotland team, I want to thank our own medical team, the Welsh Rugby Union medical personnel at the Millennium Stadium and all the staff at the University Hospital in Cardiff for the quite magnificent care they have delivered."

Scotland team doctor James Robson said today: "Mossy (Chris Paterson) was discharged from hospital in Cardiff on Tuesday night. He has rested for a couple of days further in Cardiff and is now well enough to travel home with his wife Claire, which is excellent news.

"Thom, after discussion with his family and the surgeons who performed his initial operation, elected to undergo a second procedure to enhance his recovery.

"This surgery has now taken place. Thom is in good spirits and the surgeons are delighted with his progress.

"Thom has asked me to pass on his heart-felt thanks to the thousands of people who have expressed their support.

"At this stage I would expect that, if Thom's recovery continues in the same vein, he will be able to return home next week."
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