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• Sinner downs Zverev in Wimbledon final

  12-07-2026 21:25 via theage.com.au
  
  Jannik Sinner beats Alexander Zverev in four sets to claim the 2026 men's Wimbledon title.
  
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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 via abc.net.au
  
  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 via abc.net.au
  
  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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