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France overpower Japan in rugby union Test

By AAP Newswire

Jul 2, 2022

French winner Damian Penaud (L) scored twice against Japan. — Damian Penaud (L) crossed for two tries as France overran Japan in a 42-23 rugby Test win in Aichi. -AAP Image

Winger Damian Penaud has scored two tries as France put together a strong second-half performance for a commanding 42-23 victory over Japan in the first Test at the Toyota Stadium in Aichi.

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The two countries were level at 13-13 at halftime after a sprightly first-half display by the hosts but the strength and fitness of the French proved decisive in the second period in swelteringly hot and humid conditions which dictated several water breaks.