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Netball gold will inspire people to take up the game, UK sports boss hopes
The England netball team celebrates with their gold medals after defeating Australia in the netball final during the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast last Sunday

UK SPORT chief executive Liz Nicholl hopes England’s netball success at the Commonwealth Games will boost participation levels.

Tracey Neville’s side won a dramatic gold medal as Helen Housby’s last-gasp goal earned a 52-51 win over favourites Australia.

Three Commonwealth bronze medals were England’s previous best performance in the sport.

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