Stuart Hogg is a former Scotland rugby union player who had a distinguished international and club career, and more recently has faced legal issues related to domestic abuse. Key highlights of his career

• International rugby: Hogg earned over a century of caps for Scotland, becoming the country’s leading try-scorer and a central figure in Scotland’s attacking game during the 2010s. He captained Scotland and was lauded as one of the game's top full-backs during his prime. He was named Six Nations Player of the Championship in 2016 and again in 2017, reflecting his impact across multiple campaigns.

• Club success: At Glasgow Warriors, he helped the team win the Pro12 title (the league now known as the Pro14/United Rugby Championship) in the mid-2010s, a landmark achievement for the club. He then moved to Exeter Chiefs, where he contributed to a period of domestic and European success, including a European Rugby Champions Cup victory and an English Premiership title.

• Records and legacy: He is recognized as Scotland’s all-time leading try-scorer and is widely regarded as one of the best Scottish players of his era, often described as a pioneer of the professional era for Scottish rugby.

Recent legal issues

• In January 2025, Hogg was reported to have been sentenced in Scotland for domestic abuse offences. He pleaded guilty to a charge under the Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act. Reports indicate he received a community payback order as part of the sentence. This development has attracted substantial media attention and commentary from official bodies.

• The case revolves around abusive conduct toward his estranged wife over a period of years. Both media outlets and official agencies have covered the proceedings and outcomes.

Notes and context

• The information above covers his on-field achievements as a player and the reported legal developments as of early 2025. Details beyond those public records would require checking the latest official statements or court records for any updates or appeals.

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