Serena Guthrie says leading out England at this year's Netball World Cup has been 'a true honour', after helping the Roses to a bronze medal.

The Jersey-born centre captained the Roses throughout the tournament, which ended with a 58-42 victory over South Africa in the third-place play-off.

England only lost three quarters in Liverpool, but they all came at once to cost the hosts a place in the final.

Their conquerors New Zealand were the eventual winners, beating Australia by a single goal.

Posting on Instagram, Guthrie paid tribute to the support over the last week.

 

 

 

 

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It's been a true honour. It's not the colour we came for but its the best we could do this time. Well keep pushing. Thanks to everyone whos stepped out with us. For the 🌹 for the future of this beautiful game ❤️

A post shared by Serena Monique Guthrie (@serenabob) on Jul 21, 2019 at 9:47am PDT

Head Coach Tracey Neville has stepped down for a break after 20 years as a player and coach.

GOLD: New Zealand

SILVER: Australia

BRONZE: England