Because of their dedication and rigorous practice.

The black car is smaller than the red car.

 I’ve never visited Paris before.

1. The team won the championship because they practised hard.

   Because of their hard practice, the team won the championship.

2. The red car is bigger than the black car.

   The black car is smaller than the red car.

3. This is the first time I have been to Paris.

   I’ve never been to Paris before this.