Deciding to retire from international bowls has proven difficult for two-time world champion Val Smith
	Deciding to retire from international bowls has proven difficult for two-time world champion Val Smith
    
	
    
	
	3 February 2025 
		
		
        
	
The 59-year-old is farewelling the top level after a record 667 matches for New Zealand.
Smith is still keen for a roll-up any time, but international competition has become harder of late.
	
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