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Three New Zealand teams were unbeaten in today's play at the world bowls championships in Christchurch.
But men's singles exponent Ali Forsyth suffered another defeat on the second day of section play in the last week of the 15-day tournament.
Forsyth went down 17-21 to top Malaysian Safuan Said in the fourth round today, following his loss to young Canadian world champion Ryan Bester in the second round yesterday.
But Forsyth remained confident his points differential would help him through to the quarterfinals if he manages to win his next few games.
Skipped by pairs gold medallist Gary Lawson, the men's fours made short work of Jersey 26-11 today, but come up against a strong Australian lineup in this afternoon's round.
Jo Edwards, paired with Nelson teammate and singles gold medallist Val Smith, continued on their winning way with a comfortable 23-13 win against Brunei.
They've started the second week in fine form after three straight wins yesterday and should make it five when they meet Spain this afternoon.
Completing a strong showing from the Black Jacks today, Sharon Sims' triples made it look easy against the fancied England team, striding out to a 17-8 win.
- NZPA