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Tripoli has expanded internationally over the years, and currently has clubs in many different countries including
Argentina, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Additionally, it formerly was
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The founder was
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