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England dominates US in lightning-delayed rugby match

England dominates US in lightning-delayed rugby match

Washington Post16 hours ago
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States brought the lightning and England created all the flash as it completed its Americas tour by cruising to a 40-5 win on Saturday.
England's first game in the U.S. in 24 years was delayed for an hour by lightning in the area, and for another 40 minutes during the first half.
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