Scotland lock Jim Hamilton announces international retirement

Scotland lock Jim Hamilton has announced his retirement from international rugby.

The 32-year-old was left out of the team's Rugby World Cup squad when it was announced on Tuesday.

"I have loved every single moment of wearing the thistle and feel extremely humble to have done it for nine years," the Saracens forward wrote on Twitter.

"Today is both a sad day and a day that I feel extremely proud to have had. Thank you to the Scotland supporters for making it so special."

Hamilton made 63 Test appearances for Scotland between 2006 and 2015.