CNN's Chris Lawrence and Ted Barrett in Washington contributed to this report.

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Barrett cut the lead while Chris Ashton, given the kicking duties in the absence of Richards, landed the goal.

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Chris Ashton and Pat Richards put the result beyond doubt while Barrett fed Mark Calderwood for Wigan's fifth try.

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