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Wales end Six Nations campaign on losing note as France keep title hopes alive

Les Bleus ensured the title race with leaders and favourites Ireland ran its distance

Wales were beaten in Paris (Adam Davy/PA)

Sat, 18 Mar, 2023 - 16:47

Andrew Baldock

Wales’ poor Guinness Six Nations campaign ended in predictable fashion as France inflicted a 41-28 defeat on Warren Gatland’s team.

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