The Clown of Pevensey Bay
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I went to see Scotland v Australia at Hampden Park today (the tickets were advertised a while back on TV, and they were pretty cheap at only 15 quid a pop).
I have a passing knowledge of the world of rugby union, and of course cheered Jonny W on as he exerted himself for our great nation in the last world cup.
Today's game was quite watchable as a live sporting spectacle, too: the Aussies won 31-17 but Scotland were a only five points behind until the last six minutes. I think pure physical strength was what won it for them in the end (and the fact that instead of tackling the Scots scrum-half, Wendell Sailor simply picked him up and walked forward a few yards while carrying him).
I went with a couple of mates from work and we had a good day out and a couple of beers, but I'm still not sure whether rugby is actually any good.
Your thoughts please.
I have a passing knowledge of the world of rugby union, and of course cheered Jonny W on as he exerted himself for our great nation in the last world cup.
Today's game was quite watchable as a live sporting spectacle, too: the Aussies won 31-17 but Scotland were a only five points behind until the last six minutes. I think pure physical strength was what won it for them in the end (and the fact that instead of tackling the Scots scrum-half, Wendell Sailor simply picked him up and walked forward a few yards while carrying him).
I went with a couple of mates from work and we had a good day out and a couple of beers, but I'm still not sure whether rugby is actually any good.
Your thoughts please.