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The Japan News/Yomiuri
The Japan News/Yomiuri
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The Yomiuri Shimbun

Diving in strong

(Credit: The Yomiuri Shimbun)

Kenki Fukuoka scores a try for Japan during Pacific Nations Cup rugby action against the United States at ANZ Stadium in the Fijian capital of Suva on Saturday as the Brave Blossoms rolled to a 34-20 victory. With the win, the Brave Blossoms clinched the tournament title for the first time in eight years by going 3-0, including victories over Fiji and Tonga. Japan is scheduled to play South Africa on Sept. 6 before starting its Rugby World Cup campaign in the Sept. 20 tourney opener against Russia.

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