Why winning ugly is just as important for Wales
It was far from a classic, but Wales' victory in Tokyo is another chapter in their transformation under Sean Lynn.
According to BBC Sport, it was far from a classic, but Wales' victory in Tokyo is another chapter in their transformation under Sean Lynn.
This sports story centres on the United Kingdom. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Wales, Wales' and Tokyo.
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- Wales, Wales', Tokyo, Sean Lynn
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