Wigan thrash Hull KR on night of tributes for Boston
Wigan Warriors move top of Super League as they thrash Hull KR on an emotional evening as the Cherry and Whites pay tribute to the late Sir Billy Boston.
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"It was a fitting occasion for Billy with everything the club did and the atmosphere in the ground."
— Matt Peet , Athlete
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Wigan Warriors move top of Super League as they thrash Hull KR on an emotional evening as the Cherry and Whites pay tribute to the late Sir Billy Boston.
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