Why winning ugly is just as important for Wales
Wales women's rugby team beat Japan 17-0 in Tokyo in a tough, hard-fought match. Young winger Seren Lockwood scored two tries and the team's bench made a big impact.
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Pub team wins £10,000 in Ultimate Pool final
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Scot carves out a place at world wood-chopping championships
Graham Turner, a fencing contractor from the Scottish Borders, is set to represent Scotland at the Timbersports world championships in Stuttgart as Scotland's only competitor. He trains hard alone, sharing his wood with neighbours, and says the sport's excitement makes the effort worthwhile.