England thrash Wales to begin World Cup defence

BBC Sport Friday 30 October 2026, 12:08 UTC 1 min read

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Rob Hawkins says England "were not playing to our standards" despite beginning their Wheelchair World Cup title defence with a commanding 98-18 win over Wales.

England (LOCATION) Wales (LOCATION) World Cup (EVENT) Rob Hawkins (PERSON)

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