America was responsible for 43.77 per cent, of the world athletic performances in 1958 which equalled or exceeded the 1,000 points standard as laid down in the Finnish scoring table.
Valuing performances on this system, the nations have been ranked as follows, one point being given for every performance equal to or better than the 1,000 points standard:—
The Seaforths oppose the Clube Lusitano and, barring accidents, the Highlanders should strengthen their lead at the head of the League table.
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