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    Deciding to retire from international bowls has proven difficult for two-time world champion Val Smith

    Deciding to retire from international bowls has proven difficult for two-time world champion Val Smith


    The 59-year-old is farewelling the top level after a record 667 matches for New Zealand.

    Smith is still keen for a roll-up any time, but international competition has become harder of late.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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