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Orlando, December 19 - Here is the live coverage of WWE NXT which is scheduled to air live on December 19, 2023, from Capital Wrestling Center with a full action-packed match card. ##
Make sure you follow us on social so that you can come to know about momentary announcements and the latest results of WWE NXT and others. WWE NXT is broadcasted on USA Network [8 PM ET on Tuesday ] [You can watch WWE NXT live at 6:30 in India on Sony Ten 1/1HD/3/3HD every Wednesday morning]. ##
WWE NXT Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am EDT on Sportsnet 360 ##
WWE NXT Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on SuperSport Variety 3 in South Africa on Thursdays at 02:00 am CAT ##
NXT Time In Italy: In Italy, NXT airs live on Dplay 2:00 pm ##
WWE NXT Results December 19, 2023 & Winners ##
Singles Match: Tiffany Stratton vs. Fallon Henley ##
Tiffany thrusts Fallon, who retaliates with a push of her own. Fallon executes a waist lock, but Tiffany counters with a back elbow and kick. Tiffany attempts a double stomp, but it misses. Fallon avoids a drop kick and suggests a test of strength, only to be met with a kick from Tiffany. Fallon responds with a kick, followed by a snap mare and a drop kick to the back.##
Sliding to the floor, Fallon is caught off guard as Tiffany pulls out the ring skirt. Tiffany delivers punches and a running back elbow in the corner. Fallon ascends the turnbuckles, but Tiffany pushes her to the floor. Tiffany then forcefully sends Fallon into the apron multiple times and follows it up with a harsh Irish whip, earning a near fall.##
Tiffany nonchalantly pie faces Fallon and delivers kicks. Fallon retaliates with forearms, but their impact is limited. Despite Fallon's forearms, Tiffany responds in kind. An Irish whip from Tiffany ends in a missed splash in the corner. Fallon seizes the opportunity with punches in the corner. She counters Tiffany's powerbomb attempt with a well-executed rana and punch. However, Fallon runs into a spinebuster, resulting in a near fall.##
Fallon attempts a sunset flip for another near fall. Tiffany counters with a rollup for a near fall of her own. In a swift turn of events, Fallon manages to counter Tiffany's move, securing the three-count for the victory. ##
WINNER: Fallon Henley ##
After the match, Tiffany viciously assaults Fallon, sending her sprawling to the floor. She slams Fallon's head into the announce table before dragging her towards the backstage area. Tiffany proceeds to place a table on top of Fallon, using a mop on her prone opponent. To add insult to injury, Tiffany grabs a trash can and empties its contents onto Fallon.##
The referee intervenes, instructing Tiffany to leave the scene.##
Carmelo enters Trick's locker room, engaging in a conversation about Hayes' recent match on Smackdown. Hayes apologizes to Trick for unintentionally hitting him with the belt, but Trick dismisses it, acknowledging that these things happen in the ring. Trick inquires if Hayes witnessed the attacker, and Hayes, though unable to identify the assailant, suggests a Triple Threat match for the title. However, Trick is hesitant, not wanting to face Hayes. Hayes proposes a two-on-one scenario.##
Trick, asserting his earned title shot through the Iron Survivor Challenge, refuses Hayes' suggestion, emphasizing the importance of winning the title one-on-one. He insists that defeating Ilja with Hayes by his side is crucial.##
Trick asks Hayes if he comprehends the situation and stresses the need to win the title in the same manner Hayes did – individually. Trick underscores the significance of defeating Ilja Dragunov and expresses his desire to have Hayes at his side.##
Ilja Dragunov is seen in the Most Dangerous Parking Lot in Sports Entertainment as the show goes to commercial.##
Upon returning, NXT Men's Champion Ilja Dragunov enters the ring and expresses his confusion about being entangled in Trick and Melo's storyline. He likens himself to a third wheel in a bad romance movie, stating that his focus in 2023 was on capturing and defending the NXT Championship.##
Ilja describes himself as a human who uses his body as a weapon, willing to sacrifice everything for the championship. He announces his intention to start 2024 by beating...##
Ridge Holland interrupts and enters the ring.##
Ridge insists that he's not here to cause trouble and shares his struggles in NXT. He expresses a desire for redemption and seeks Ilja's help to prove himself as a main-event caliber performer. Ridge acknowledges Ilja as the measuring stick and vows to run through everyone in the roster to earn his place.##
Ilja questions Ridge's intentions, asking if he's seeking a title match.##
Ridge clarifies that he won't ask for a title shot out of respect for Ilja and the NXT brand. Instead, he aims to prove himself through matches and promises that when the inevitable title opportunity comes, it will be an honor. Ridge declares this as the first chapter in the redemption of Ridge Holland.##
Ilja, tired of threats, agrees to give Ridge a chance to prove himself tonight. They shake hands.##
Lexis King, confident and ambitious, asserts in the backstage that he's already the breakout star of the year and is determined to win the Breakout Tournament.##
The show goes to commercial.##
Upon return, Trick stops Ilja to discuss their match at New Year's Evil.##
Ilja asserts that, as the champion, he dictates the terms, not the challenger.##
Trick reminds Ilja that he's the champion until New Year's Evil. ##
Lexis King vs. Dion Lennox in a First Round Match in the Breakout Tournament ##
King extends his hand, but Lennox dismissively slaps it away. Swiftly, King retaliates with a kick, locking in a side headlock before delivering a punch. King callously runs Dion's eyes along the top rope and follows up with a punishing clothesline in the corner. Exhibiting a ruthless demeanor, King adds a chop and proceeds to choke Dion in the corner.##
In response, Dion counters with determined forearms, but King quickly regains control with a knee and a forearm. King continues his assault with a knee to the midsection, followed by a ruthless kick to Dion's back and the back of his head. King insolently pie faces Dion, further asserting his dominance. The assault continues with relentless kicks to the chest, punctuated by another disrespectful pie face. Dion manages to counter with a flurry of punches and a quick rollup, earning a near fall.##
Dion seizes the momentum with a couple of shoulder tackles and an impressive dropkick. Following up with a powerful slam, Dion delivers a splash into the corner and a Northern Lights suplex for another near fall. However, King decides to exit the ring, arrogantly walking to the back with the contract in hand. Unwilling to let King escape, Dion grabs him, forcefully sending him into the apron before they both return to the ring.##
King exploits the situation, sending Dion shoulder-first into the ring post. Seizing the opportunity, King executes the Coronation for the three-count, securing the victory. ##
WINNER: Lexis King ##
Following the match, Trey Bearhill strides purposefully to the ring, wielding a chair as King hastily retreats to the floor, evading any potential altercation with Trey.##
The scene transitions to Eddy Thorpe.##
Eddy reflects on the tumultuous year, describing it as a trial by fire. He acknowledges the profound impact on his family and expresses the emotional toll of facing Dijak in the fight of his life. Despite the challenges, Eddy emphasizes his resilience, fighting through the pain. Eddy notes the magnetic pull that has brought them together and declares that he took the Iron Survivor from Dijak, proving his mettle.##
Expressing frustration with the confines of the traditional wrestling ring, Eddy asserts that the ropes cannot contain their intense rivalry. He calls for a match where the ropes won't be a factor, eliminating any potential excuses. Eddy proposes a showdown in NXT Underground, a setting without ropes, where they can settle their differences once and for all. ##
Jacy Jayne and Thea Hail vs Kiana James and Izzi Dame ##
Izzi and Thea initiate the bout, with Thea employing a side headlock and executing a wheelbarrow into an arm drag. Glancing over at the Chase U section, Thea receives a forearm from Izzi. Thea retaliates with a sleeper hold, prompting Jacy to tag in. Izzi manages a snap mare on Thea, and Jacy follows up with a series of kicks, nearly securing a pinfall. Jacy delivers a succession of chops to Izzi, who responds by sending Jacy into the turnbuckles but misses a subsequent splash.##
Jacy rebounds with a back splash into the corner, dislodging Kiana from the apron. Despite Izzi's attempt to block a crucifix, Jacy maneuvers into a near fall. A kick to the midsection from Jacy is met with a clothesline from Izzi. Kiana tags in, delivering kicks to Jacy's midsection, followed by a running boot to the head for a near fall. Kiana follows up with punches and kicks in the corner, and Izzi tags in.##
Kiana is propelled into Jacy, who shoulders the impact. Izzi hoists Jacy onto her shoulders, executing a flatliner for another near fall. Izzi transitions into a chin bar and arm bar, garnering a near fall in the process.##
Jacy retaliates with a forearm, escaping Izzi's attempted slam. Both competitors aim for clotheslines simultaneously. Kiana tags back in, preventing Jacy from making the tag. Thea enters the fray, delivering flying double sledges and a running uppercut into the corner. Casting a glance towards Riley, Thea executes an exploder, followed by a flip senton and a springboard coffin drop.##
Kiana counters with a double thrust to Thea's throat, and Thea narrowly escapes a slam. Unbeknownst to Thea, Izzi tags back in, leading Thea to believe she won the match. Izzi capitalizes with a running boot, securing the three-count for the victory. ##
WINNER: Kiana James and Izzi Dame ##
Arianna observes Kiana and Izzi's dominant performance, but Roxanne abruptly turns off the monitor. Arianna acknowledges Roxanne's lingering anger from Deadline, attributing it to a matter of sportsmanship rather than mere wins and losses.##
Roxanne vehemently disagrees, asserting that it's indeed about wins and losses, and she slaps her hand down on the table.##
In the backstage area, Dragon Lee prepares for his North American Title match against a member of Drewvolution. The scene transitions to a commercial break.##
Upon returning, Andre Chase engages in a game of craps with Bronco Nima, Lucien Price, and SCRYPTS. Duke offers a cautionary suggestion for Chase to quit while ahead, but the others encourage Chase to do as he pleases. Andre boldly issues a challenge to double his money in a match next week. SCRYPTS proposes putting a tag title match on the line.##
Suddenly, Tony's muscle arrives and reports Chase's challenge to them. She reveals that they've accepted the deal. Chase confidently states that they'll pay off their debt in full.##
In the ring, the members of Drewvolution await Dragon Lee's opponent. As they line up, Drew, Damon, and Myles step back to unveil Charlie as Lee's opponent. However, before the match can commence, Gallus' music interrupts, and they make their way to the ring. Joe announces that he will be a part of this match, adding an unexpected twist to the proceedings. ##
North American Championship: Dragon Lee vs. Charlie Dempsey vs. Joe Coffey ##
Lee delivers a powerful punch to Joe, sending Charlie crashing into him and forcing Joe to the floor. Lee seizes the opportunity for a rollup, nearly securing the victory. An Irish whip to Charlie sends Lee to the apron, where he strategically kicks the turnbuckle into Charlie's face. Lee follows up with a slingshot head scissors, propelling Charlie into the turnbuckles. However, Joe intervenes with a forearm to Lee's back, allowing Charlie to capitalize.##
Joe executes a backbreaker on both Lee and Charlie, but he misses an ensuing elbow drop. Capitalizing on the opening, Charlie engages Lee in a waist lock, but Joe counters with a standing switch. Joe delivers a headbutt to the back and a forearm to Lee. Lee retaliates with a kick, prompting Mark and Wolfgang to grab him. The referee intervenes, sending Mark and Wolfgang to the back.##
Lee responds with a German suplex and a superkick, securing a near fall. Charlie breaks up the pin with a gutwrench suplex. Tensions rise as Joe and Charlie exchange words, leading to a double back elbow on Lee. Charlie executes a butterfly suplex on Joe and then applies a hammer lock, attempting to hyper-extend the arm. Charlie transitions into a wrist lock, but Joe retaliates with kicks.##
Lee counters with a sunset flip, and Joe rolls through, attempting a Boston Crab, while Charlie breaks up the cover. Joe continues with kicks, and Lee retaliates with a sunset flip, transitioning into a Dragon sleeper. Meanwhile, Charlie applies a guillotine on Lee. Joe and Lee engage in a series of holds, with Joe swinging Lee around in a full nelson.##
The action intensifies as Lee delivers a German suplex and a superkick, nearly securing the victory. Charlie interrupts with a gutwrench suplex. Joe and Charlie exchange words, leading to a double back elbow on Lee. Charlie applies a cravate, but Lee breaks free with punches. Charlie retaliates with a kick and an Irish whip, followed by a running European uppercut in the corner.##
Lee endures a series of strikes but counters with a German suplex. Charlie kicks Lee, who counters with a slingshot kick in the corner. Lee follows up with a hesitation dropkick and a double blockbuster attempt, but Joe and Charlie catch him and execute a double suplex. Charlie nearly secures a pinfall, but Joe breaks up the cover.##
The exchange continues as Charlie and Joe trade forearms. Charlie sends Joe into the turnbuckles and hits an uppercut off the turnbuckles. Lee joins the fray with a slingshot sunset flip, but Joe holds on, leading to a German suplex from Charlie while Joe executes an overhead belly-to-belly suplex on Lee.##
Charlie and Joe continue the exchange, with Lee intervening with punches. Lee executes a tornado DDT on Joe, who responds with a pop-up European uppercut and a Glasgow Send Off on Lee, knocking Charlie out of the ring. Joe nearly secures a pinfall on Lee but falls short.##
Lee crotches Joe on the turnbuckles, hits a double stomp, and opts for a suicide dive on Charlie instead of finishing Joe. Lee follows up with a running knee but only manages a near fall. Charlie returns with a European uppercut when Lee goes to the floor, sparking an exchange of forearms. Joe intervenes with a suicide dive.##
Surprisingly, Joe Gacy emerges from under the ring, and Coffey sends Lee and Charlie back into the ring. Joe leans against the apron where Gacy appeared, and Gacy drags Coffey to Little People's Court. Lee delivers a superkick to Charlie in the corner, and Charlie counters with a bridging fallaway slam, securing a near fall.##
Charlie applies a full nelson and executes a German suplex, but Lee lands on his feet. Lee executes Operation Dragon for the three-count, securing the victory. ##
WINNER: Dragon Lee ##
Trick and Carmelo find themselves in the backstage area, contemplating Ilja's intentions. Trick is curious about what's going through Ilja's mind, expressing disappointment that the scheduled one-on-one match might turn into a triple threat if Ridge wins. Trick emphasizes Ilja's unbeatable status and encourages him to do what no one else has managed—to wrest the title from Dragunov.##
After a brief commercial break, the scene shifts to the locker room where Cora Jade asserts her return. She declares herself the savior of the women's division and the entire company, emphasizing her pin over the champion. In a bold move, Cora claims her locker, displacing Karmen Petrovic's belongings. She confidently exits the locker room.##
Shortly afterward, Karmen arrives and discovers her stuff removed from the locker. Gigi provides advice on how to handle the situation and confront Cora. ##
Luca Crusifino vs Tavion Heights in a First Round Match in the Breakout Tournament ##
Tavion swiftly executes a single-leg takedown, earning him an early near fall. Engaging in a lock-up, Tavion transitions into a hammerlock, which Luca skillfully reverses. The back-and-forth continues as Tavion reverses the hammerlock, punctuating the exchange with a series of punches. Tavion then applies a bear hug, but Luca manages to break free with a well-placed kick. ##
Transitioning seamlessly, Tavion executes a tilt-a-whirl into a gourdbuster, nearly securing another pinfall. Tavion attempts a waist lock, but Luca adeptly holds onto the ropes. Luca retaliates with a stomp on Tavion's foot, followed by a back elbow and punch. Luca strategically targets Tavion's knee with a series of kicks, gaining control. Forearms and punches follow from Luca, creating momentum.##
Tavion counters with a punch, prompting Luca to respond with a back elbow and a neck breaker. Luca secures a near fall, capitalizing on the offense. He further asserts his dominance with a hip toss neck breaker, yet Tavion resiliently kicks out. Luca continues his assault with punches and sends Tavion into the turnbuckles. Attempting a hip toss, Luca finds himself blocked by Tavion, who retaliates with a belly-to-belly suplex. ##
Tavion's momentum builds as he follows up with an overhead belly-to-belly throw, a German suplex, and a T-Bone suplex. Displaying his strength, Tavion concludes the sequence with a twisting belly-to-belly suplex, securing the three-count for the victory. ##
WINNER: Tavion Heights ##
Vic informs the audience that the semifinals are set for the upcoming week.##
Shifting gears to the Women's Title match, the focus is on the divergent paths Lyra and Blair have taken to reach NXT. Lyra left Ireland in pursuit of a dream, while Blair's journey took her from New Zealand to the UK and Japan before returning. Despite being on separate trajectories, they have never crossed paths in the ring. A missed encounter in NXT UK occurred due to an injury suffered by Lyra.##
The two contenders represent polar opposites in their approaches. Lyra persevered through hard work, earning respect by defeating the likes of Becky Lynch. In contrast, Blair chose a darker path, lurking in the shadows while systematically dismantling her opponents. At Deadline, Blair showcased her dominance by triumphing over four opponents, demonstrating a willingness to do whatever it takes to secure victory.##
The looming question is whether Lyra can maintain her momentum or if Blair will seize the title. The clash between these contrasting competitors is set to unfold in two weeks.##
In a backstage moment, Nikkita Lyons asserts to Lyra that she has no issue dealing with both Blair and Tatum. She declares her return not only for a confrontation with Blair but also for a shot at the coveted title. ##
Singles Match: Nikkita Lyons vs. Tatum Paxley ##
Tatum makes a move for Lyons' leg, but Lyons deftly executes a split to evade the attack. They spill onto the floor, and Lyons retaliates with a sharp chop. Seizing the advantage, Tatum hurls Lyons into the ring steps, targeting her arm in the process. Tatum ruthlessly stomps on Lyons' hand, pressing her boot against it. ##
In the ring, Tatum executes a snap mare followed by a forearm strike. She goes for a rollup and bridge, securing a near fall. Lyons counters with an inside cradle, narrowly missing the three-count. Undeterred, Tatum delivers a kick and proceeds to stomp on Lyons' hand once again. Tatum forcefully slams Lyons' hand into the mat and adds insult to injury with a knee drop. An elbow drop follows, earning Tatum another near fall. ##
Tatum targets Lyons' leg, but Lyons skillfully maneuvers into a split to evade the attack. They spill onto the floor, and Lyons responds with a resounding chop. Taking control, Tatum propels Lyons into the ring steps, specifically focusing on her arm. Ruthlessly, Tatum stomps on Lyons' hand and presses her boot against it.##
Back inside the ring, Tatum executes a snap mare followed by a forearm strike. Employing a rollup and bridge, Tatum seeks a near fall. Lyons counters with an inside cradle, coming close to securing her own pin. Unfazed, Tatum delivers a kick and resumes her assault on Lyons' hand. Tatum forcefully slams Lyons' hand into the mat, followed by a knee drop onto the injured hand. An elbow drop ensues, earning Tatum another near fall. ##
WINNER: Nikkita Lyons ##
We cut to Hank and Tank in the backstage area. Tank expresses their desire for a shot and announces their intention to flip the script on Gallus.##
After a commercial break, we return to Josh and Brooks, who are now joined by Fallon.##
Fallon expresses a mix of embarrassment and frustration, stating that Tiffany lacks the experience of getting her hands dirty. She emphatically declares that she's far from finished with Tiffany.##
Brooks chimes in, revealing that they have a title match scheduled for the upcoming week. Josh, with confidence, declares that this year will be theirs, culminating in him ending the year as the champion.##
Adding to the conversation, Brooks notes that they will be present since MetaFour will be in the vicinity. However, Josh interjects, stating that he has to tackle this challenge solo next week. He emphasizes that he's unsure if Brooks comprehends the reasons behind his decision to go solo. ##
Hank Walker and Tank Ledger vs Mark Coffey and Wolfgang (with Joe Coffey) ##
The action begins as Hank and Mark step into the ring. Hank opens with a shoulder tackle and applies a wrist lock. Wolfgang tags in, engaging with a side headlock. Hank responds with another shoulder tackle, followed by a back senton for a near fall. Tank enters the ring, focusing on Mark's arm with an arm drag transitioned into an arm bar. A pair of shoulder tackles by Tank sends Mark to the mat, and Tank follows up with a flying back elbow. Tank executes an Irish whip and delivers a corner splash.##
Hank re-enters, and together, they unleash a double shoulder tackle on Mark, followed by a double back elbow to Wolfgang. The teamwork continues as they clothesline Wolfgang over the top rope to the floor. Hank executes a hip lock takedown and maintains control with a side headlock. Wolfgang tags in, tripping Hank, and Mark sends him crashing into the ring post.##
Wolfgang slams Hank's arm into the apron, applying an arm bar. Hank retaliates with punches, but Tank becomes momentarily distracted by Mark. Seizing the opportunity, Mark tags in and lands a jumping enzuigiri, securing the three-count for the victory. ##
WINNER: Mark Coffey and Wolfgang ##
After the match, Joe Gacy positions himself in the Chase U section.##
Dijak wastes no time addressing Eddy, reminding him of their previous strap match that left Eddy hospitalized. Now, Eddy seeks to face him in a match with no rules. Dijak acknowledges that Eddy got the upper hand last week, recalling the moment when he snapped the ring ropes and thrust the buckles into Eddy's ribs. Dijak ominously questions what Eddy will do when there's nothing and no one to save him. He boldly declares that the final NXT episode of 2023 will mark Eddy's last match ever, asserting that they will cross paths at NXT Underground.##
The scene shifts to Ridge Holland walking backstage, followed by Ilja Dragunov making his way through the backstage area.##
The broadcast then proceeds to a commercial break. ##
We return, and Tiffany Stratton confidently asserts that it's fitting to place Fallon in her rightful role as a servant. Dismissing the idea of ever setting foot in a "trashy" bar like Fallon, Tiffany emphasizes the stark differences between them. She boldly declares that Fallon will never be like her, always remaining in the realm of "trash." Tiffany ominously reveals her plans, stating that after defeating Fallon at New Year's Evil, Fallon will become her servant.##
Looking ahead to next week's NXT Underground, the lineup includes a match between Dijak and Eddy Thorpe. Additionally, Lexis King is set to face Riley Osborne in a semifinal match, while Oba Femi takes on Tavion Heights in the other semifinal. The card also features a bout between Cora Jade and Karmen Petrovic, along with Noam Dar defending the Heritage Cup against Josh Briggs. ##
Ridge Holland vs Ilja Dragunov in a Non-Title Match ##
They initiate a lockup, and Ilja gains control with a side headlock. Ilja attempts shoulder tackles, but Ridge stands firm, delivering a powerful shoulder tackle of his own. Despite Ridge missing a punch, he connects with a clothesline, showcasing his strength. Ridge tries for a slam, but Ilja counters with a waist lock. Ridge responds with an elbow and executes a standing switch. Ilja retaliates with elbows, showcasing the Konstantin Special. Chops from Ilja echo through the arena. Ridge, blocking a chop, responds with a headbutt.##
Ilja attempts a piledriver, but Ridge counters with an Alabama Slam. Ridge aims for a Boston Crab, but Ilja kicks him away. Ilja answers with a series of German suplexes, attempting a third, but Ridge blocks it. A forearm from Ridge is met with an enzuigiri and another German suplex from Ilja.##
Ilja delivers a forearm to the back of Ridge's head, a kick to the back, and a rear-naked choke. Ridge manages to get Ilja up, and after a boot to the head and a forearm, Ilja applies a dropkick into the corner, followed by a snapmare and back senton for a near fall. Ilja attempts a suplex, but Ridge blocks it. Ridge, in turn, tries to suplex Ilja, but Ilja counters with a waist lock and a wrist-clutch German suplex. Ilja continues with kicks and forearms.##
Ridge fights back with a kick to the back, a clothesline, and an exploder, securing a near fall. Ridge goes for a half nelson, but Ilja blocks it, responding with back elbows. Ilja attempts the Konstantin Special again, but Ridge counters with a knee, sending Ilja to the floor. As Ridge prepares for forearms on the apron, Ilja retaliates with chops. Elbows to the back from Ilja, a forearm from Ridge, and Ridge's attempt to bring Ilja back into the ring result in a DDT.##
Ridge drops down to block a powerbomb, and in the ensuing struggle, Ridge executes a back body drop. Ilja, resilient, lands an enzuigiri, and Ridge responds with a kick, earning a near fall. Ridge readies for a suplex, lifting Ilja, but Ilja counters with knees. Ilja delivers headbutts while Ridge maintains a bear hug. Ridge falls to the mat after a package brainbuster, and the referee stops the match, showing concern for Ilja's condition. ##
WINNER: No Contest ##
The referee urgently summons officials to the ring, expressing concern over the situation. Medical staff promptly arrives to assess Ilja's condition. A stretcher is brought in, and Ilja is carefully placed on it before being transported backstage for further evaluation. ##
Amidst the unfolding events, Ridge expresses frustration and engages in a conversation with the referee. He questions why such incidents always seem to involve him. ##
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