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Brumbies celebrate (Getty Images)
Brumbies celebrate (Getty Images)

Canberra - The Brumbies scored six tries in a thumping 47-3 win over Australian rivals the Reds to post a record winning margin in their Super Rugby match here at GIO Stadium on Friday.

The Brumbies, champions in 2001 and 2004, were too well drilled and organised for the ragged Reds who lost their former Wallaby skipper James Horwill to a red card in the final minutes.

The Canberra-based side gave promise of things to come with an impressive performance, with former Wallabies skipper David Pocock coming through the 80 minutes unscathed after two seasons blighted by knee reconstructions.

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