Canadian pipe band crowned world champions after 'thrilling' contest

BBC UK Sunday 16 August 2026, 11:14 UTC 1 min read

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Simon Fraser University Pipe Band from Canada took the coveted title following the two-day event at Glasgow Green, in which 211 bands competed.

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