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• Dutch football 'deeply saddened' as axed World Cup referee dies at 38

  13-07-2026 23:56
  
  Dutch football mourns the sudden death of "highly valued referee" Rob Dieperink just months after he was removed from the panel of World Cup officials by FIFA.
  
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• ‘What hope have you got?’: Brown fears for ‘defeated’ Merrett as Bombers misery deepens

  13-07-2026 23:36 via foxsports.com.au
  Triple premiership Lion Jonathan Brown says Zach Merrett, at times on Sunday night, looked like he was “not trying and not caring” in a likely insight into how “defeated” the Essendon star would be feeling.
  
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• Massive Munster blow; Wayne’s mind games as big call looms: NRL Team Tips

  13-07-2026 23:30 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Melbourne Storm have been dealt a mammoth blow to their finals hopes with Cameron Munster a chance of missing the rest of the regular season.
  
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• Forgotten $1m star runs riot in big reminder; axed Bronco’s message to Madge — Ressies Wrap

  13-07-2026 23:27 via foxsports.com.au
  Two of the brightest young halfbacks yet to make their NRL debuts have gone head-to-head for the second time in what promises to be a rivalry for years to come.
  
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• ‘Tap on shoulder’: Baz’s admission over Eng sacking as former Test coach reveals touching Stokes act

  13-07-2026 23:05 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Sacked England coach Brendon McCullum has conceded a failure to win back the Ashes was among the reasons his ‘Bazball’ tenure ended in stunning fashion on the weekend.
  
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• De Minaur ends 17-year Australian drought with career-high ranking

  13-07-2026 23:02
  
  Alex de Minaur's arrow keeps pointing upwards despite his wait for a grand slam title being lengthened by a disappointing Wimbledon exit.
  
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• Shock rugby link emerges as Cronk floats surprise Luai move

  13-07-2026 22:43 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Premiership-winning halfback Cooper Cronk has urged Jarome Luai to make a surprise move with concerns raised over Parramatta’s reported interest in the star Tigers five-eighth.
  
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• ‘Tap on the shoulder’: Brendon McCullum speaks out on sacking as England Test coach, with big admission on Ashes failure

  13-07-2026 22:26 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Sacked England coach Brendon McCullum has conceded a failure to win back the Ashes was among the reasons his ‘Bazball’ tenure ended in stunning fashion on the weekend.
  
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• Horror Swans scenario growing each week; flailing contender way worse than ladder says — Power Rankings after Round 18

  13-07-2026 22:23 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Welcome back to the Power Rankings.
  
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• Horror Swans scenario growing each week; flailing contender way worse than ladder says — Power Rankings

  13-07-2026 22:23 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Welcome back to the Power Rankings.
  
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• Next big rivalry to dominate NRL; forgotten $1m star’s resurgence — Ressies Wrap

  13-07-2026 22:01 via foxsports.com.au
  Two of the brightest young halfbacks yet to make their NRL debuts have gone head-to-head for the second time in what promises to be a rivalry for years to come.
  
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• The final straw for Phil Mickelson was also the ugliest. His reputation is now ‘battered beyond recognition’

  13-07-2026 22:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  When the The Open Championship begins on Thursday, the final major of the year will do so with two notable, ignominious absentees.
  
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• PGA Tour 2026, The Open Championship: Inside Phil Mickelson scandal, sexual misconduct and cheating allegations, history

  13-07-2026 22:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  When the The Open Championship begins on Thursday, the final major of the year will do so with two notable, ignominious absentees.
  
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• AFL 2026, Power Rankings after Round 18 | AFL analysis, every team ranked from best to worst, Sydney can’t beat contenders, Western Bulldogs worse than ladder says

  13-07-2026 22:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Welcome back to the Power Rankings.
  
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• MMA upstart delivers knockout cognac gift to Brisbane Olympic committee

  13-07-2026 21:54
  
  The "schmoozing", revealed exclusively by the ABC today, is part of a wider series of examples of attempted influence-peddling from businesses and sporting bodies before the Games kick off in 2032.
  
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• Mixed martial arts group attempts to gift $82k Cognac to Brisbane Olympic committee

  13-07-2026 21:54
  
  The "schmoozing", revealed exclusively by the ABC today, is part of a wider series of examples of attempted influence-peddling from businesses and sporting bodies before the Games kick off in 2032.
  
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• Gift register reveals incredible largesse heaped on Brisbane Olympic committee

  13-07-2026 21:54
  
  The "schmoozing", revealed exclusively by the ABC today, is part of a wider series of examples of attempted influence-peddling from businesses and sporting bodies before the Games kick off in 2032.
  
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• Lucrative offer tempts Cronulla cult hero as record season beckons

  13-07-2026 21:00 via smh.com.au
  
  As another Sharks star weighs up an exit at the end of 2026, Cronulla are on track to break their all-time points-scoring record.
  
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• ‘Never my philosophy’: Pies coach lifts lid on list management plan after ‘players not picks’ call

  13-07-2026 15:56 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Collingwood coach Craig McRae has walked back his philosophy that he “wants players not picks”, saying he prefers a “balanced” approach and relishes the cashed-up club’s full draft hand for the first time in his tenure.
  
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• Thurston humbled by incredible honour

  13-07-2026 15:32 via theage.com.au
  
  Johnathan Thurston speaks to Nine's 100% Footy after being named the greatest men's Indigenous rugby league player of the past 50 years.
  
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• ‘I’m staying’: Sun’s backflip amid club statement; Vic coach’s shock Merrett play — Trade Whispers

  13-07-2026 14:20 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Suns have hardened their stance on a star linked to trade talk. Plus a coach has led a shock play for Zach Merrett.
  
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• Gallen warns clubs against signing Luai for 2027

  13-07-2026 14:00 via smh.com.au
  
  Paul Gallen warns clubs against signing the Chiefs-bound Jarome Luai for 2027, after the ugly breakdown in his relationship with Wests Tigers.
  
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• ‘Smacks of desperation’: Eels warned of Luai ‘band-Aid’ solution as shock rugby link emerges

  13-07-2026 13:36 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Parramatta’s reported interest in Jarome Luai is being questioned with concerns raised it could be a mistake to sign the star playmaker.
  
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• NRL plotting shock World Cup contract offer to cross-code star

  13-07-2026 12:29 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The NRL are considering a stunning move to ensure Mark Nawaqanitawase represents the Kangaroos at this year’s Rugby League World Cup.
  
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• ‘Never my philosophy’: Pies coach lifts lid on list management plan after famous trade call

  13-07-2026 12:29 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Collingwood coach Craig McRae has walked back his philosophy that he “wants players not picks,” saying he prefers a “balanced” approach and relished the cashed-up club’s full draft hand for the first time in his tenure.
  
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• ‘That’s weak’: Journos erupt in heated on-air Origin debate

  13-07-2026 12:10 via foxsports.com.au
  
  This year’s Origin series may have wrapped up with a famous Blues victory five days ago, but there’s still plenty of feeling around the result as evidenced when journalists Brent Read and Dean Ritchie went head-to-head in a fiery debate.
  
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• League’s verdict on ump behind huge blunder; Cats’ brutal reveal on superstar’s injury — AFL Daily

  13-07-2026 12:01 via foxsports.com.au
  Geelong has confirmed the extent of Jeremy Cameron’s injury blow.
  
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• Hidden dangers: Councils assess concrete cricket pitches after player’s death

  13-07-2026 11:51 via theage.com.au
  
  Following the death of local footballer Nathan Fitzgerald, several councils have taken proactive steps to review the safety of sports grounds they manage.
  
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• ‘Joe’s the boss’: Waugh defends Wallabies coaching handover after dismal run

  13-07-2026 11:06 via theage.com.au
  
  Phil Waugh remains confident in the transition from Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt to Les Kiss ahead of the New Zealander’s final game in charge against Italy.
  
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• Carlton First: Geelong assistant may not go for Essendon job

  13-07-2026 11:04 via theage.com.au
  
  Geelong assistant coach and triple premiership player James Kelly has made pursuit of the Carlton senior coaching position his priority and might not make himself a candidate for the Essendon job.
  
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• ‘Heat of the moment:’ Gold Coast boss publicly contradicts Hardwick comments

  13-07-2026 10:47 via smh.com.au
  
  Also in today’s AFL briefing, Collingwood will challenge defender Billy Frampton’s one-match rough conduct ban at the AFL tribunal.
  
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• Geelong set star Cat timeline, Hawk sent for surgery

  13-07-2026 10:32
  
  Geelong are hopeful star forward Jeremy Cameron will return in time to play a part in their premiership push after suffering a brutal shoulder injury.
  
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• Magpies fight to clear Frampton; Surgery blow for Cameron

  13-07-2026 09:42 via theage.com.au
  
  Also in today’s AFL briefing, the Gold Coast Suns chairman publicly contradicts coach Damien Hardwick, who raised eyebrows by saying their season was virtually over.
  
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• Collingwood fight to clear Frampton; Surgery blow for Cameron

  13-07-2026 09:42 via smh.com.au
  
  Also in today’s AFL briefing, the Gold Coast Suns chairman publicly contradicts coach Damien Hardwick, who raised eyebrows by saying their season was virtually over.
  
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• Grima and Waller join forces for five-strong attack at Newcastle

  13-07-2026 09:15 via smh.com.au
  
  The formidable duo of leading Sydney apprentice Siena Grima and premier trainer Chris Waller will spearhead a strong attack at Tuesday’s Gosford meeting, joining forces for five top contenders on the eight-race program.
  
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• Pay deal rejection sparks A-League men's and women's uncertainty

  13-07-2026 09:03
  
  A-Leagues' athletes and the competition's bosses are at loggerheads over a new pay deal after players voted against the latest proposal.
  
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• Magpies fight to clear Frampton for Blues clash; Surgery for Cameron

  13-07-2026 08:46 via theage.com.au
  
  Collingwood will challenge Billy Frampton’s one-match ban at the AFL tribunal on Tuesday. The Magpies are at risk of being decimated in defence if Frampton is suspended.
  
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• NBL powerhouse battling NBA superstar’s side for import

  13-07-2026 08:35 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The NBL free agency period is in full swing, with clubs descending on the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas as they look to finalise their rosters ahead of what promises to be an exciting NBL27 season.
  
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• Cats confirm Jezza fate after brutal blow; ‘favourite’ emerges for contracted Bombers star — AFL Daily

  13-07-2026 08:19 via foxsports.com.au
  Geelong has confirmed the extent of Jeremy Cameron’s injury blow.
  
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• Magpies fight to clear Frampton ahead of crunch Carlton clash

  13-07-2026 07:48 via smh.com.au
  
  Collingwood will challenge Billy Frampton’s one-match ban at the AFL tribunal on Tuesday. The Magpies are at risk of being decimated in defence if Frampton is suspended.
  
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• ‘Fair bit to think about’: Slater pondering QLD future as Laurie responds to ‘made-up’ claim

  13-07-2026 07:48 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Billy Slater says he hasn’t made up his mind on whether he’ll continue on as Queensland coach.
  
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• Collingwood fight to clear Billy Frampton ahead of crunch Carlton Blues clash

  13-07-2026 07:48 via theage.com.au
  
  The Magpies challenge Billy Frampton’s one-match ban at the AFL tribunal on Tuesday. Collingwood are at risk of being decimated in defence if Frampton is suspended.
  
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• Dragons inch closer to coach appointment with final interviews

  13-07-2026 07:45 via theage.com.au
  
  At least one unknown candidate has met with Dragons officials as the club finalises its hunt for a full-time coach.
  
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• As Messi dominates the World Cup, the battle for Maradona’s ghost rages

  13-07-2026 07:33 via smh.com.au
  
  As was the case during his life, the years that have followed Diego Maradona’s death have been ridden with scandal.
  
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• Australian rugby’s brightest hope breaks leg in horror hip-drop tackle

  13-07-2026 07:30 via smh.com.au
  
  Treyvon Pritchard was screaming in agony after the tackle at the Junior World Championship left him with a broken leg and facing months on the sidelines.
  
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• ‘He didn’t look like the same Conor’: Holloway’s bombshell admission; McGregor injury saga takes another twist

  13-07-2026 07:21 via foxsports.com.au
  
  It was billed as one of the greatest comebacks in combat sports history.
  
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• ‘I’ll bring energy, toughness’: Bullets sign former NBA guard as roster rebuild continues

  13-07-2026 07:18 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Brisbane Bullets are continuing to shape their roster under new head coach Will Weaver, securing the signing of American import Nate Hinton.
  
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• Stunning toll of Souths rookie’s gruesome injury revealed; big Broncos boost — NRL Team Tips

  13-07-2026 07:09 via foxsports.com.au
  
  It has been revealed that Souths rookie outside back Dayne Jennings required 35 stitches to patch up a sickening gash on his leg.
  
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• 'I won't backflip': Samoa star Payne Haas reveals plan for World Cup

  13-07-2026 06:54
  
  Payne Haas has cleared the air about his World Cup plans and says there is a "great chance" Samoa can lift the trophy for the first time.
  
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• Conor reality it’s time to accept; what’s next as ‘new face of UFC’, Aussie make statements: Talking Pts

  13-07-2026 06:38 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Father Time, we reckon, woke up somewhere in Las Vegas this morning, likely with a blonde and empty bottle of Moet snuggled up beside him, then rose up, looked in the bathroom mirror and said ‘yep, still undefeated, baby’.
  
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