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• Swan's assistant takes-over as Essendon coach

  24-08-2026 14:34 via abc.net.au
  
  Essendon has named Mark McVeigh as senior coach one day after a 10-point loss and worst season in club history. 
  
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• Aussie star ready for Charlo showdown

  26-08-2026 14:04 via theage.com.au
  
  Koen Mazoudier speaks after his majority decision win against Sam Beck, setting up a clash with Jermall Charlo.
  
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• Rising star Ruston earns first-round KO

  26-08-2026 13:54 via theage.com.au
  
  Aussie boxer Kirra Ruston earns a stunning first-round stoppage win over Saundre Simmons.
  
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• Live: Nikita Tszyu cut in thrillingly even contest with Ben Mahoney

  26-08-2026 10:08 via abc.net.au
  
  Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney both put their undefeated records on the line for a chance to fight IBF super welterweight world champion, England's Josh Kelly. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Nikita Tszyu cut in thrilling contest with Ben Mahoney

  26-08-2026 10:08 via abc.net.au
  
  Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney both put their undefeated records on the line for a chance to fight IBF super welterweight world champion, England's Josh Kelly. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney meet in world title eliminator

  26-08-2026 10:08 via abc.net.au
  
  Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney both put their undefeated records on the line for a chance to fight IBF super welterweight world champion, England's Josh Kelly. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney in world title eliminator

  26-08-2026 10:08 via abc.net.au
  
  Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney both put their undefeated records on the line for a chance to fight IBF super welterweight world champion, England's Josh Kelly. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney head to ring for world title eliminator

  26-08-2026 10:08 via abc.net.au
  
  Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney both put their undefeated records on the line for a chance to fight IBF super welterweight world champion, England's Josh Kelly. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Main card underway ahead of Nikita Tszyu, Ben Mahoney world title eliminator

  26-08-2026 10:08 via abc.net.au
  
  Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney both put their undefeated records on the line for a chance to fight IBF super welterweight world champion, England's Josh Kelly. Follow live.
  
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• Freddy's blunt call on Reynolds saga

  26-08-2026 09:50 via theage.com.au
  
  Brad Fittler believes retiring Broncos captain Adam Reynolds isn't entitled to a farewell game.
  
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• NRL Tips - Round 26

  26-08-2026 09:06 via theage.com.au
  
  Before the round of footy gets underway, catch the tips from Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler.
  
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• Tips and previews for racing at Wagga on Thursday

  26-08-2026 09:00 via smh.com.au
  
  All the information you need to pick a winner.
  
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• Giants star Toby Greene opens up on his AFL future

  26-08-2026 08:33 via abc.net.au
  
  GWS captain Toby Greene admits he "couldn't give a f*** about facilities" as he prepares to meet Geelong about a potential move to the Cats.
  
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• Revealed: Secret report that cleared NBL’s billionaire owner also found he made ‘mistakes’

  26-08-2026 08:05 via smh.com.au
  
  The findings of a secret report conducted by Basketball Australia into NBL boss Larry Kestelman have been released after months of questioning.
  
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• Daughter of Smart Missile on target for Wagga victory

  26-08-2026 08:01 via theage.com.au
  
  Laurel Hill, a daughter of dual group 1 winner Smart Missile, is a big knockout chance on Thursday, coming back from some strong races.
  
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• Kaylee McKeown had one of her world records broken. It could be a blessing in disguise

  26-08-2026 07:49 via smh.com.au
  
  Kaylee McKeown has made a big announcement on her 2026 season but says losing a prized world record has lit a fire inside ahead of her bid for Olympic history in LA.
  
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• The Bulldogs embarrassed Penrith last time they met. Casey McLean wants to make amends

  26-08-2026 07:34 via smh.com.au
  
  A week after recommitting to the club, McLean gets a chance to show how much he learnt from the last clash with Canterbury.
  
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• ‘Deserved physical pain’: Inside the training session at the heart of Test cricketer’s legal claim

  26-08-2026 07:05 via theage.com.au
  
  Former Australian cricketer Will Pucovski has lodged his writ in the Supreme Court of Victoria, detailing the incident which he alleges cut short his sporting career.
  
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• ‘Just 50-50’: Pendlebury’s future on knife edge; Giants star to meet Cats and Bombers; Reid’s appeal fails

  26-08-2026 06:51 via smh.com.au
  
  Collingwood coach Craig McRae speaks on the future of club great Scott Pendlebury, Giants captain Toby Greene details his immediate plans and Harley Reid’s two-match suspension will stand.
  
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• ‘Just 50-50’: Pendlebury’s future on knife edge; Giants star to meet Cats and Bombers

  26-08-2026 06:51 via smh.com.au
  
  Collingwood coach Craig McRae on the future of club great Scott Pendlebury, while Giants captain Toby Greene has detailed his plans.
  
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• Herrington soaks up 'dream' debut

  26-08-2026 06:35 via theage.com.au
  
  Lucas Herrington speaks to Stan Sport after making his Premier League debut.
  
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• Herrington hailed as 'very special talent'

  26-08-2026 06:35 via theage.com.au
  
  Lucas Herrington is hailed as a 'very special talent' after making his Premier League debut in a shock win over Manchester United.
  
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• Time to 'recalibrate': Olympic figure skating champion Liu to miss season

  26-08-2026 06:24 via abc.net.au
  
  Superstar figure skater Alysa Liu steps back to miss the new season six months on from her stunning Winter Olympic gold medal.
  
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• Hird has chance to finally deliver true unity Essendon seeks

  26-08-2026 05:10 via abc.net.au
  
  James Hird may not have received his dream outcome, but still has the ability to lend his beloved club a big hand if he chooses to do so. 
  
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• Serena, Alcaraz team up in doubles

  26-08-2026 04:54 via theage.com.au
  
  Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz team up in the mixed doubles at the US Open.
  
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• ‘Just 50-50’: Pendlebury’s future on knife edge, as Butters’ snub hurts Magpies

  26-08-2026 04:01 via smh.com.au
  
  Collingwood coach Craig McRae on the future of club great Scott Pendlebury, and what the Magpies have much to learn after Port Adelaide gun Zak Butters rejected their advances.
  
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• Pogačar's sensational solo attack squeezes Vuelta rivals dry

  26-08-2026 03:40 via abc.net.au
  
  Tadej Pogačar has taken a dominant lead in the Vuelta a España, winning his second stage with a phenomenal 50km solo breakaway attack in Andorra.
  
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• Madge prodded on Walsh 'like' in Reynolds retirement grilling

  26-08-2026 02:53 via theage.com.au
  
  Broncos coach Michael Maguire is asked about Reece Walsh "liking" an Instagram post that was critical of the situation regarding the retiring Adam Reynolds, amid another ugly week for Brisbane.
  
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• ‘Go ask them’: Maguire bristles after Walsh, Hunt dramas in Reynolds saga

  26-08-2026 02:51 via theage.com.au
  
  Social media controversies and eyebrow-raising interviews have put Michael Maguire’s relationship with his players under the microscope again.
  
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• Ex-NBA player who claims to be a woman banned by WNBA team after joust

  26-08-2026 02:12 via abc.net.au
  
  Enes Kanter Freedom is deemed a "potential threat" by the Chicago Sky after his verbal altercation with Natasha Cloud.
  
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