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HARD CORPS 6: THE SELECTS GO FOR GLORY

08 May 2009

The day of the final fitness test has arrived. Sonja knows the Selects have made great progress, but only one can earn the trip to the U.S. As the girls arrive at Emirates Stadium, they’re definitely feeling the pressure. At this point there’s nothing more they can do – except perform.

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