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Six Nations Championship
/sˈɪks nˈeɪʃənz tʃˈæmpiənʃˌɪp/
Six Nations Championship
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an annual rugby union competition between six European nations: England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales
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Inanimate
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complex compound
proper
What is the "Six Nations Championship"?
The Six Nations Championship is an annual rugby union competition between six European countries: England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales. The tournament follows a round-robin format, with each team playing the others once. Teams earn points for wins, draws, and losses, and the country with the most points at the end of the tournament is crowned the champion. The Six Nations Championship is one of the oldest and most prestigious rugby events, known for its intense competition and passionate fan support.
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The Six Nations Championship is one of rugby's premier international tournaments.
