The numbers game: Looking back at the figures that made sport in 2015

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The numbers game: Looking back at the figures that made sport in 2015
Mon, 28 Dec, 2015 - 00:00
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“We did quite well in the second half,” said Federated States of Micronesia Stan Foster after his side held Fiji to 38-0 in the Pacific Games in July, having trailed 21-0 at the break.

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