UK HOSTING OF THE RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP

That this House congratulates the players, team staff, fans, spectators, volunteers and organisers of the Rugby League World Cup 2013 (RLWC2013) for what has been a spectacular, thrilling and hugely popular tournament; feels this demonstrates the appeal of international rugby league; embraces the true sporting values shown by all involved; is proud of England and Wales for having hosted another fantastic spectacle of international sport; applauds the England, Scotland and Wales teams for their performances on the field; thanks Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, France, Italy, Ireland, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Tonga and USA for creating such a compelling competition; further congratulates Australia on becoming world champions; looks forward to the Rugby League World Cup 2017; recognises RLWC2013 as the most successful World Cup to date, including a record-breaking sell-out game for the final between Australia and New Zealand; and is confident in the legacy it will create for the sport in the UK and around the world.