Australia's women's rugby league team has set a new international record with a 118-point victory over Wales in the Rugby League World Cup. The Jillaroos, who are three-time back-to-back champions, ran in 21 tries in a lopsided contest in Sydney. The half-time score of 60-0 was the biggest of any World Cup match, men's or women's, and the Australians kept their foot down to win 124-6. The team's performance was marked by a strong display of skill and intensity, with players like Jaime Chapman and Jessica Sergis scoring multiple tries. Wales, who were taking part in the tournament for the first time, were unable to string together good moments and were exposed to Australia's killer instinct. Despite the lopsided score, the Welsh team showed resilience and determination, with Paige Travis scoring their only try of the game. The Jillaroos' victory sets a new record for the largest margin of victory in a women's match, although France men still hold the record for the largest win with a 120-0 rout of Serbia in 2003. The Australian team's coach, Tom Brindle, expressed pride in his team's performance, stating that they wanted to create a legacy for young girls coming through. The team's achievement is a testament to their hard work and dedication to the sport.
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Wales hit by Australia century in World Cup record defeat
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