England flyhalf Jonny Wilkinson says he is determined not to let success go to his head after returning home to a huge welcome after winning the World Cup.
An uncomfortable-looking Wilkinson told a new conference shortly after arriving at Heathrow airport: "I want to continue being myself. I'm going to do exactly the same things I did before I went on tour.
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Skipper Martin Johnson, meanwhile, said he would take time to reflect before deciding on his playing future after leading England to their 20-17 extra-time win over Australia on Saturday.
"People have been asking me [about retirement] for 18 months," the 33-year-old said. "It's not the time to make that decision now."
He said he would talk to his coaches and his family but added: "You never want to leave playing for England, especially when you are winning."
The team was thronged by hundreds of supporters when they arrived at Heathrow airport just after 5 a.m. on Monday.
"It's been a bit overwhelming. To see so many people has been fantastic," Johnson said.
"The guys couldn't believe it. There were thousands of people waiting in the freezing cold."
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