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Rugby union pays tribute to Phil Bennett

Phil Bennett the legendary Wales and British and Irish Lions fly-half dies aged 73

Legendary Wales and British and Irish Lions captain and fly-half Phil Bennett has died at the age of 73. Bennett was a key figure in Wales' golden era. He crammed two Five Nations Grand Slams and three Triple Crowns into his 29 caps, elevating rugby union to an art form.

Today's Justin Webb spoke to Gerald Davies a former wing who alongside Phil Bennett for Wales in the 1970s.

(IMAGE CREDIT: David Davies/PA Wire.)

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