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Aussie sprinter Groves solos to victory in penultimate Tour de France stage

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Sprinter Kaden Groves, normally a winner in bunch sprints, claimed a stunning solo victory on a wet and wild 20th stage of the 2025 Tour de France.

Five quick hits: A controversial clean-out and Skelton's power

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The Lions' final try under the microscope and Will Skelton brings some much-needed Wallabies heat. Here are the five quick hits from the second Test at the MCG.

Honourable defeats don't count but Wallabies can't be accused of not trying

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The loss to the British and Irish Lions will be hard to process for the Wallabies, but they deserve praise for pushing the tourists to the brink in the second Test at the MCG.

Live: Record Lions Test crowd expected at MCG as Wallabies plot upset win

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A record crowd for a British and Irish Lions Test match is expected at the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground as the Wallabies seek a historic upset. Follow live.

Aussie Fityus excited to compete in her first Tour de France Femmes

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Since Lucie Fityus started cycling at the age of 11, she has been asked one question time and time again: Will you race the Tour de France? Now she can answer, yes.

Live: Hapless Titans try to drag themselves out of last place against Warriors

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With coach Des Hasler in the firing line, the Titans face a brutal road trip to face the fourth-placed Warriors in Auckland. Follow live.

David's record-breaking ton leads Australia to Windies T20 series win

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Tim David scores Australia's fastest-ever T20I century, with his unbeaten 102 powering his side to a series-clinching six-wicket win over the West Indies.

De Minaur powers through to Washington Open semifinals

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Seventh seed Alex de Minaur joins Corentin Moutet and Ben Shelton in the final four of the Washington Open, as the semifinal line-up takes shape.

At 193cm tall, 14-year-old Allen is a netball star on the rise

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Teen netballer Allen Griechen has represented Australia at a junior level, but is about to age out of his local competition as it does not allow males over the age of 14.

Live: Suns demolish Lions in crucial QClash as Dockers face Eagles in WA derby

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Gold Coast records its biggest ever QClash victory over Brisbane, while Fremantle and West Coast meet for a western derby. Follow all the action in our live blog.

Coach says new swimmers face 'resilience test' at world championships

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Australia's head swimming coach Rohan Taylor says his fresh-faced team faces a tough test at the world championships in Singapore.

'It is a mockery': Champion junior baseball team denied entry to the US

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A team of Venezuelan teenagers is denied entry to the US, despite winning their way to compete in the Senior Baseball World Series.

Club allowed convicted sex offender to time-keep at junior football match

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The AFL says it wants to "protect" the White Hills Junior Football Club following revelations it allowed a convicted sex offender parent to time-keep at his son's match.

Dutch rider slumps to the ground after Tour de France stage victory

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Thymen Arensman slumps to the ground after claiming an epic 19th stage victory in the Tour de France.

'A moment in history': Ponting pays tribute to Root as records tumble

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England's Joe Root overtakes Ricky Ponting as the second-greatest scorer in Test cricket history.

Wallabies could have the 'blueprint' to defeating Lions in second Test

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The Wallabies were out-muscled by the British and Irish Lions in their defeat in the first Test, but the hosts feel they may have the game plan to level the series at the MCG on Saturday night.

How the greatest prize in cycling came with a 'demeaning' shopping spree

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The Tour de France Femmes produced one of the closest finishes in cycling stage race history last year. But when the women's Tour was first revived, it was called "ugly".

Hulk Hogan's path from wrestling icon to right-wing mouthpiece

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Hulk Hogan's life of signature wrestling moves gave way to racist rants, lawsuits bankrolled by venture capitalists and shirt-tearing displays on the Republican campaign stage.

Lions vs Wallabies: How to watch, what time is kick-off and who is playing?

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The Wallabies must win at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday night to keep the Test series against the British and Irish Lions alive. Here is what you need to know about the second Test.

Live: Dons to face Dogs as seismic Sydney derby pits Giants against Swans

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The Bulldogs look to keep up with the finals race against the Bombers, while the Giants and Swans meet for Harbour City bragging rights in the Sydney Derby. Follow all the action in our live blog.

FIFA announces first coach of Afghan women's refugee team

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Former Scottish international player and long-time youth coach Pauline Hamill has been appointed coach of the Afghan women's refugee team.

Reece Walsh calls BS as bunker denies his last-minute match-winner

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Mitchell Moses's return sparks the Eels to a 22-20 win over the fifth-placed Broncos as Reece Walsh has a last-minute match-winner taken off him by the bunker.

Just 7,000 steps a day linked to big health gains, research finds

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While many people aim for 10,000 steps a day, new research finds 7,000 daily steps can provide meaningful health improvements and may be a more "realistic" goal. 

Dally M winner avoids surgery as Storm receives NRL finals boost

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Melbourne Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes is expected to return to the field for the NRL finals, after scans on his left shoulder revealed he does not need surgery. 

Hulk Hogan's greatest victory may have been inside a Florida courtroom

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A 2016 civil trial over coverage of Hogan's sex tape pitted the First Amendment against privacy rights — changing the world of tabloid fodder.

Cattle disease outbreak forces Tour de France route change

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Friday's Stage 19 of the Tour de France has been shortened after an outbreak of contagious nodular dermatitis in cattle near a climb forced authorities to cull livestock and restrict access to the area.

Nothing to lose for Swifts after Super Netball finals 'nightmare'

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Having survived a finals nightmare, star attacker Helen Housby says the NSW Swifts' Super Netball fate can not get any worse than what has already happened.

Alex de Minaur battles to reach DC Open QF, matches Alcaraz feat

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Australian number one Alex de Minaur is through to his first quarterfinal since April following a hard-earned three-set win over Jiri Lehecka at the Washington Open. 

Spain sets sight on England in pursuit of elusive European crown

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Spain's remarkable run in international competitions could reach another high when it takes on England in the UEFA Women's Championship final in Basel.

Sinner re-appoints former fitness coach after illegal substance ban

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Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner has reappointed his former fitness coach Umberto Ferrara with immediate effect.

First Nations Pasifika XV give Lions huge scare in Melbourne

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The British and Irish Lions held on to their unbeaten status, but only just, beating First Nations Pasifika XV 24-19 in a brutal clash in Melbourne.

Beloved Blue to retire after overcoming cancer to forge inspiring AFL career

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After beating cancer twice and overcoming multiple ACL injuries, Carlton's Sam Docherty will exit the AFL after one last game.

Bontempelli rejects free agency to sign new Bulldogs deal

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The Western Bulldogs skipper gives the club a major boost heading into the back end of the season by signing a four-year deal that will see him through the 2029 season.

Alarming climate data that shows the 'existential threat' facing cricket

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Cricket greats speak out after a new report warns that increasing temperatures are making it harder to play cricket at all levels, raising fears about the future of the sport.

Kyrgios 'cooked' as he labours and loses in first match since March

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In just his 10th match since 2022, Nick Kyrgios appears injured, as he limps through a 58-minute doubles loss alongside Gael Monfils at the DC Open.

Kevin Walters earns major endorsement for Kangaroos coaching job

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Ousted Broncos coach Kevin Walters is praised by one of the men who prevented him from becoming a premiership-winning coach as he firms for the Kangaroos job.

The 'accursed' mountain that stands apart this Tour de France

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The ascent to hell on the punishing slopes of Mont Ventoux is one of the Tour de France's most formidable and iconic theatres and has a history dotted with drama and tragedy.

Swan becomes latest AFL player cited over homophobic slur

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Sydney says youngster Riak Andrew is 'remorseful' after he was cited for using a homophobic slur while playing for the club's VFL side.

FIFA boss offers support as England star quits social media over 'hate crime'

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Gianni Infantino says FIFA will lend its support to the ongoing investigation involving racist abuse aimed at England defender Jess Carter.

Perth dancer Faith Ward makes world-famous Dallas Cowboys cheerleading squad

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The 22-year-old is the first New Zealander and third Australian to make the prestigious team for the world-famous NFL franchise.

'Everyone stands around and waits': New AFL boss reveals plan to speed up game

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Greg Swann says he will not make "radical" changes as he begins his role as the AFL's football performance boss, but is looking at small ways to make the game move along more quickly.

Staggs addresses fiery Walsh clash amid Broncos hot streak

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Kotoni Staggs discusses his on-field exchange with teammate Reece Walsh as the Brisbane Broncos prepare for a potential sixth NRL win in a row.

Aussies claim T20 victory over West Indies after Dwarshuis, Owen heroics

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Australia has beaten the West Indies by three wickets in the first of five T20I matches at Sabina Park in Jamaica, with three wickets in an over from Ben Dwarshuis with the ball and an impressive debut half century from Mitchell Owen proving the difference.

Venus Williams is back on tour, and wishes Serena was too

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Tennis great Venus Williams is back on the WTA Tour — at least for one tournament — and she is teasing the media that she wishes her sister Serena Williams would get back on the court as well.

Opals triumph as Australia beats Japan to win Asia Cup for first time

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The Opals make history in Shenzen, China, beating Japan in the final of the FIBA Women's Asia Cup to give Australia its first-ever title in the event, while Australia's Gems take silver in the Women's Under-19 World Cup.

Scottie Scheffler's search for meaning carries him to Tiger Woods's stratosphere

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Scottie Scheffler began the week pondering the meaning of life and ended it both as the Open champion at Royal Portrush and clearly the best golfer since the great Tiger Woods.

Alaphilippe celebrates Tour stage win — only to find he's third

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Julian Alaphilippe's radio broke in an early crash on Tour de France stage 15 — so when he wins a bunch sprint for third he celebrates, wrongly thinking he has won. 

Beale named captain of First Nations and Pasifika XV to face Lions

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Kurtley Beale will get his chance to face the British and Irish Lions on a second tour after being named captain of the First Nations and Pasifika XV team for Tuesday's clash in Melbourne. 

Supreme Scheffler a class apart as he romps to first Open title

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Scottie Scheffler shows why he is men's golf world number one, easing to victory in The Open Championship at Royal Portrush to clinch his fourth major title.

Tszyu no longer at boxing's crossroad, with the path painfully clear

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Soundly beaten in Las Vegas, Tim Tszyu's career path does not have a world title in it for the foreseeable future, meaning it may be time to consider an extreme option.