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Why the Rugby Championship faces an uncertain future

A cloud of uncertainty accompanies the return of the southern hemisphere's premier rugby competition. With the Pumas and Wallabies perennial strugglers, and planned All Blacks-Springboks tours, it's future is uncertain.

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U.S. women's rugby sevens wins bronze, first-ever medal

The U.S. women's rugby team defeated Australia 14-12 as time expired to earn the bronze in memorable fashion.

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