The 1980 Men's World Outdoor Bowls Championship was held at the City of Frankston Bowling Club in Frankston,

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, Australia, from 17 January to 2 February 1980. The Australian government would not allow the South African team to compete because of the South African policy of apartheid. David Bryant won his second singles title following his triumph in the 1966 competition. Australia won the pairs,

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won the triples and

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won the fours. The Leonard Trophy went to England who beat Australia into first place by virtue of having a higher shot percentage.

Medallists

Results

Men's singles – round robin

+ Silver medal by virtue of higher shot percentage

Men's pairs – round robin

+ injury replacement

Men's triples – round robin

Men's fours – round robin

+ injury replacement

W.M.Leonard Trophy

References

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