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TEST centurion Jason Leonard last night admitted the prospect of spending a month away from his family during England’s tour to New Zealand and Australia was reason behind his decision to quit international rugby.

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Rugby: Italy coach Brad Johnstone will be missing key players for next weekend's Six Nations match in Dublin.

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Six Nations: France win stuttering affair

France ran out convincing winners against Italy, but failed to convince the rugby world that they are the side to beat in the 2002 Lloyds TSb Six Nations Championships.

Sat, 02 Feb, 2002

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The recent renaissance in French rugby has left Italy coach Brad Johnstone wary ahead of tomorrow’s opening Lloyds TSB Six Nations clash at the Stade de France.

Fri, 01 Feb, 2002

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