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  "title": "Chapman hat-trick fires Jillaroos to Rugby League World Cup glory",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/chapman-hat-trick-fires-jillaroos-to-rugby-league-world-cup-glory-20136545",
  "topic": "culture",
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  "published": "2026-11-15T07:25:02.000Z",
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    "name": "ABC News AU",
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    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-11-15/chapman-hat-trick-jillaroos-win-rugby-league-world-cup/107387698"
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  "account": "The Jillaroos secured a fourth consecutive Rugby League World Cup title by defeating New Zealand 34-10. Winger Jaime Chapman scored a hat-trick, dominating New Zealand with a strong first-half performance. New Zealand's Mackenzie Wiki scored the sole second-half try under sweltering Brisbane conditions. The victory marked Australia's fourth-straight World Cup win, marking the fifth consecutive final between the Trans-Tasman rivals. Chapman expressed pride in their hard work and connection, stating that winning on home soil holds special meaning. The Jillaroos' dominant start, free from the lethargy that plagued their semifinal win over Fiji, set the tone for their triumph. Chapman scored her first try within two minutes, followed by a second in the 14th minute, and completed a treble with a final breakaway effort. By halftime, Australia led 34-6, with Chapman, Shaylee Best, Jess Sergis, and Tamika Upton all scoring tries, while Southwell converted six of the tries. The Kiwi Ferns' only contribution came from Shannon Mato's converted effort in the second half, but a try-saving tackle thwarted their push for a larger lead. Despite the challenging conditions in the second half, New Zealand's Wiki managed a late try, but Australia remained unchallenged, conceding only their fourth point of the tournament after halftime.",
  "summary": "A dominant first-half performance and a Jaime Chapman hat-trick has fired the Jillaroos to a 34-10 victory over New Zealand in the Rugby League World Cup final.",
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