The youthful Russians outpaced the experienced Swedes to qualify for the knockout stage for the first time since the break up of the Soviet Union.

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Many cultures stage elaborate initiation ceremonies, presided over by older men, which help channel youthful aggression into productive social roles.

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Meeting Gooding bears that out there's a youthful energy to the 45-year-old that practically buzzes as he makes his professional stage debut.

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