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Saints stun Cats in finals boilover
St Kilda moved to within one victory of its second straight grand final appearance with a gripping four-point upset of Geelong in the second qualifying final at a slippery MCG on Friday night. Read More
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Middle distance champ to skip Games
Double European middle distance champion Mohammed Farah pulled out of the Commonwealth Games, citing fatigue after a draining season. Read More
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Mariners outclass Victory
Central Coast left a frustrating week behind with a convincing 2-0 A-League win over Melbourne Victory at Bluetongue Stadium on Friday night. Read More
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Titans earn home play-off
Gold Coast confirmed a home final with a tight 21-18 victory over Wests Tigers at Robina on Friday evening. Read More
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British police quiz Aamer in probe
British police questioned one of three Pakistani cricketers embroiled in betting scam claims, as the ICC said it had suspended the trio because they had a "case to answer". Read More
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Raiders dash Broncos' finals dream
The Broncos miss the finals for the first time in 19 seasons as the Raiders seal their spot in the final eight with an 18-16 win in Brisbane. Read More
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Williams makes quiet NPC debut
Sonny Bill Williams made a solid but unspectacular New Zealand debut for Canterbury in its 28-9 victory over Bay of Plenty in the national provincial championship in Christchurch on Friday night. Read More
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Cheryl and Ashley Cole in quickie divorce
The marriage of X Factor judge and pop singer Cheryl Cole and her England football player husband Ashley has ended in divorce after four years. Read More
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India gets doping jolt ahead of Games
Five Indian athletes have returned positive doping tests, hitting the host nation's medal chances at next month's Commonwealth Games. Read More
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Baker out as Saints, Cats make changes
St Kilda tagger Steven Baker will have to wait for his return from a long AFL suspension after becoming a late withdrawal from Friday night's qualifying final against Geelong. Read More
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Ebert enjoying rapid recovery
Port Adelaide's Brett Ebert is remarkably cycling within two weeks of having a knee reconstruction. Read More
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I'm no cheat: Perez
Central Coast import Patricio Perez admits he briefly thought about returning to Argentina after being labelled a diver but insists he is no cheat and is excited about making his mark in the A-League. Read More
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Omitted Yarran backs Blues attack
Carlton's mission at the start of the season boiled down to two challenges - scoring goals consistently without Brendan Fevola and then winning in the finals. Read More
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Roos tips trio to face Blues
Sydney coach Paul Roos is confident Shane Mumford, Tadhg Kennelly and AFL Rising Star winner Dan Hannebery will return from injury for Sunday's elimination final against Carlton. Read More
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Luck deserts Cups fancy for second time
Shamoline Warrior, a leading prospect for the Caulfield and Melbourne Cups, has gone amiss and is out of the spring carnival. Read More
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No September excuses, says Swan
Brownlow Medal favourite Dane Swan is back to full fitness and has set himself for a big finals campaign. Read More
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Samba flair boosts Roar
Ange Postecoglou will add another dimension to Brisbane Roar by starting Brazilian Reinaldo and unveiling Costa Rican Jean Carlos Solorzano against Newcastle Jets. Read More
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Lions appoint two new directors
The Brisbane Lions have appointed two new directors in the wake of former chairman Tony Kelly standing down from the AFL club's board. Read More
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Jones at ease amid Delhi chaos
Australia's triple Olympic champion Leisel Jones says she has no security or health concerns about competing at next month's New Delhi Commonwealth Games. Read More
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Socceroos focus brings Djite home
While most Australian players still see the path to Socceroos selection paved smoother overseas, Bruce Djite rates his A-League return as crucial to his international dreams. Read More
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Aloisi ready for Heart debut
Former Socceroo John Aloisi is set to make his first appearance for the Melbourne Heart, but the club has decided against risking Michael Beauchamp in its A-League clash with North Queensland at AAMI Park on Saturday. Read More
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Freo stand by tough Hasleby call
Fremantle has defended its decision to drop retiring veteran Paul Hasleby for Saturday's elimination final against the Hawks at Subiaco Oval. Read More
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Lucas to help Bombers pick new coach
Essendon has drafted club stalwart Scott Lucas onto a panel to select a replacement for dumped head coach Matthew Knights. Read More
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Coote commits future to Panthers
Exciting young Penrith full-back Lachlan Coote has signed a new four-year NRL contract with the Panthers. Read More
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