Rugby World Cup: Macron Eyes Economic Boost From the Tournament

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Just when Paris needed an economic lift, a big, juicy sporting event is kicking off — the Rugby World Cup, hosted by nine French cities including the capital. A lot is riding on the fight for an oval-shaped ball as a dress rehearsal for next year’s Olympics, a magnet for foreign visitors and a soft-power test for Brand France after a pretty rough year.

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