[tps_header]Legendary Waterford hurler Tony Browne has retired at the age of 40.
These are 25 of the best photos from his career.
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May 3rd 1998 before the National Hurling League semi-final between Waterford and Limerick.
In action at the 1998 Munster Hurling final.
1999 - Joe Quaid and Tony Browne relax at photocall in Croke Park
Tony gets the hairdryer treatment from Davy Fitz during the 2000 Munster Hurling final between Sixmilebridge and Mount Sion.
At a photocall for Vodafone Ireland in 2001 with Kieran McGeeney.
Up against Limerick's Peter Lawlor in the 2003 Munster Championship
Tony goes up to claim the ball against Clare in 2004.
In action against Galway in the 2004 National League final.
Celebrating victory over Cork in the 2004 Munster Hurling final.
After a 3 point loss to Kilkenny in the 2004 All Ireland Hurling Championship final.
In more amicable circumstances with Davy Fitz.
Celebrating a 2006 All Ireland quarter-final win against Tipp with manager Justin McCarthy.
Being presented with his 2006 All Star award.
Tony examines the National Hurling League trophy after the 2007 final against Kilkenny.
Tony Browne - sex symbol.
Shaking hands with Brian Cody after the 2009 All-Ireland semi-final loss to Kilkenny.
Unveiling the 2010 Waterford kit with model Sarah Kavanagh.
Showing he learned a few things from John Mullane down the years.
Celebrating with fans after the 2010 Munster Final replay win over Cork.
In action against Cork in the 2012 All-Ireland quarter-final.