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Britain's Queen congratulates cricket team on winning the Ashes
Sep 13, 2005, 13:28 GMT
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II has congratulated the England cricket team on winning the Ashes.
The monarch has praised the batsmen, led by captain Michael Vaughan, for their triumph over Australia - the first time England has won the Ashes in 18 years.
Speaking from Balmoral, the Queen said: "My warmest congratulations to you, the team and all the squad for a magnificent achievement.
"This has been a truly memorable series and both sides can take credit for cricket at its best."
The England team will lead a victory parade through London's Trafalgar Square today (13.09.05).
Copyright 2005 BANG Media International
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