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The powerhouse defector: Greg Rusedski's decision to play tennis for Britain angers Tennis Canada

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Rusedski, with the backing of his father and UK-born mother became a British citizen and will now play tennis as one. The ill-will left behind in Canada is discussed as well as the somewhat negative attitude of the new British teammates. Rusedski's aplomb and confidence never wavered.

Laws, regulations and rules, Public relations, Tennis players, International Tennis Federation, Rusedski, Greg

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Reach for the stars

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McGill University is rated as the top medical school in Canada. McGill students benefit from small class sizes and the teaching skills of the school's top faculty members. McGill receives large research grants in both its sciences and humanities programs.

Evaluation, Schools, Medical colleges, Medical schools, McGill University

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East meets best

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Nagano is a medium-sized industrial city 90 minutes away from Tokyo by bullet train. Canada hopes to make the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics its most successful ever, expecting golds in men's and women's hockey, among other medals.

Cover Story, Training, Description and travel, Olympic athletes, College sports, 1998 AD, Nagano, Japan, Winter Olympics

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