Wallabies rugby tour in Argentina

Overview

The Australian Wallabies are preparing for a high-altitude Test match against Argentina at the Estadio 23 de Agosto in Jujuy. Following recent victories against Japan and Italy, the team faces a significant challenge against the world No. 7 ranked Pumas.

Players have highlighted the difficulty of the venue, which sits at 1,259 meters above sea level. In addition to the physical demands of the altitude, flyhalf Ben Donaldson noted the intense atmosphere created by Argentine supporters, referencing past instances of crowd interference such as the use of lasers. The Wallabies are seeking to improve upon their 2024 tour of the country, where they lost 67-27.

Entities

Wallabies · Argentina · Estadio 23 de Agosto · Les Kiss · Lukhan Salakaia-Loto

Timeline

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Wallabies prepare for high-altitude Test against Argentina
The Wallabies are preparing for a high-altitude Test match against Argentina in San Salvador de Jujuy, bracing for intense crowd atmosphere and potential laser interference.
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Wallabies face Argentina in high-altitude Test match
Wallabies player Lukhan Salakaia-Loto prepares for a difficult Test match against Argentina at the high-altitude Estadio 23 de Agosto in Jujuy.

Sources

brisbanetimes.com.au · perthnow.com.au · smh.com.au · theage.com.au · theqldr.com.au · waToday.com.au