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It has been a challenging year for Scott Hastings but his zest for life and rugby is undiminished. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Scott Hastings stays positive at the end of a rocky year

24 December 2022 David Barnes Comments Off on Scott Hastings stays positive at the end of a rocky year

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John Jeffrey interview: ‘France are favourites, but any of five teams could win this Six Nations’

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The Scottish Rugby chairman looks ahead to what he believes could be the most enthralling Championship yet …

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