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Five quick hits — Aussies spoil the Murray party, Kokkinakis fearing the worst, Fritz gives opponent a send-off after win

All the emotions come out at Wimbledon on day four, with Aussies spoiling the Murray party, Thanasi Kokkinakis fearing the worst after another injury, while American Taylor Fritz fires up at an opponent after his victory.
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Tennis player Andy Murray stands on Centre Court at Wimbledon, with arms raised acknowledging the crowd.

Horse trainer Darren Weir receives two-year ban for using an electrical device on horses in 2018

The Victorian Racing Tribunal disqualifies Darren Weir from racing for another two years for using an electronic shock device known as a jigger on three horses.
Trainer Darren Weir stands with three of his horses

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From remote dust bowls to the world stage, SA surfers on the long road to go pro

Some of the state's most talented surfers are creating serious ripples on the national and international competitive circuit, but the path to compete at the highest levels is a costly one and there's little government support.
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Penrith Panthers release controversial centre Taylan May

Centre Taylan May has parted company with Penrith, bringing to a close a bitter backroom feud between the NRL club and the troubled player.
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US federal investigation opens into 2021 Chinese doping cases in run-up to Olympics

Weeks before the Paris Olympics, World Aquatics confirms a US criminal investigation is underway into the cases of 23 Chinese swimmers who failed doping tests in 2021 but were allowed to continue competing. 
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Tour de France stage decided by a photo finish, relegation

A dramatic conclusion at the Tour de France sees a sprint contender relegated and the stage win in Dijon decided by a photo finish. 
A sprint finish at the Tour de France, with cyclists across the road, the rider on the far right will be the winner.

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Alex de Minaur downs familiar foe once again as last Aussie woman bows out of Wimbledon singles

As Alex de Minaur sweeps aside junior rival Jaume Munar for the second time at a major, Australia's last women's singles representative, Daria Saville, lets slip a lead to bow out at Wimbledon.
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Alex de Minaur gives the thumbs up after a tennis match at Wimbledon.

'Frustrated' Mitchell Moses binned as lacklustre Eels fall back to last spot with another loss to Rabbitohs

Halfback Mitchell Moses ends the game on the sidelines as a 32-16 loss to South Sydney sends Parramatta crashing back into last place on the NRL ladder.
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Referee Liam Kennedy speaks to Parramatta Eels player Mitchell Moses during an NRL game.

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Have the Magpies lost their 'aura'? The Bombers have their say

Essendon vice-captain Andrew McGrath expects to face Collingwood at its best, as the rivals meet for the first time since their Anzac Day classic.
Collingwood walk off the field after AFL loss to Gold Coast.

'It would have destroyed anyone else': Netball condemns racist mail sent to Donnell Wallam

Donnell Wallam has had to endure more scrutiny in her four years at the top than most players deal with in their entire careers, and on the eve of First Nations Round an old coach has questioned why her Super Netball club didn't protect her from seeing an offensive fan letter.
Donnell Wallam

Labuschagne's Glamorgan side involved in extraordinary tied county cricket game

Australia's Marnus Labuschagne makes a key contribution as his Glamorgan side is involved in an incredible finish to a chase of a world-record target in county cricket.
Australian cricketer Marnus Labuschagne looks behind him as he sets off for a run in a county cricket game.

Shane Rose's horse fell on him just four months ago. Now he's off to the Paris Olympics

Equestrian Shane Rose was initially told he wouldn't even be able to walk for 12 weeks after suffering serious injuries in a training fall. But four months later, he's going to the Paris Olympics.
Equestrian Shane Rose holds a large boarding pass and smiles while shaking a woman's hand.

Wallabies name new skipper for opening Wales Test, Wallaroos include four debutants to face Fijiana

Joe Schmidt turns to a fresh face to captain his Wallabies squad against Wales, while the Wallaroos include a host of newcomers for their Test against the formidable Fijians.
Liam Wright looks to his right at a Wallabies training session.

Dockers skipper angling to wear purple arm protector on return from injury if 'boring' AFL will allow it

Fremantle captain Alex Pearce will wear a protective plastic arm guard when he returns to action from a broken arm, possibly as early as next week against Hawthorn, but says whether it's in Dockers purple remains to be seen.
A footballer on the field holding a bandage against his arm

Sporting clubs want to support players' mental health, but some aren't sure how

A study finds local sporting clubs are taking steps to improve their members' mental health, but some need support to implement "best practice" initiatives.
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Paralympics Australia says CEO resignation won't affect Paris performance

The chief executive of Paralympics Australia — who has been on personal leave since last month — resigns from the post in the run-up to the Paris games. 
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Five quick hits — Kokkinakis wins five-set epic, Murray-Raducanu to make mixed doubles dream team, Medvedev gets score wrong — and wins anyway

Australia's Thanasi Kokkinakis takes two days — and five sets — to get through to the second round, Britain gets a mixed doubles dream team and Daniil Medvedev sits down a point early in a tie-break.
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Thanasi Kokkinakis hits a forehand at Wimbledon

This NRL warhorse learned the ropes alongside an English legend. Now, he'll try to take down his son

Almost 20 years ago, Elliott Whitehead was coached by Leon Pryce. Ten years ago they played together. This weekend, the Raiders veteran will face off against his dear mate's son in the rookie sensation's second NRL game. 
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Cavendish eyes more stage wins after making Tour de France history

The "Manx Missile", Mark Cavendish, breaks the record of another cycling great, Eddy Merckx, taking out his 35th Tour de France career stage win with a classic finish. 
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A cyclist sits up in the saddle, grinning widely with his arms spread wide as he coasts past the finish line.

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AIS Arena reopens after $15 million upgrade

Four years after it closed for refurbishment, the AIS Arena will soon reopen having received a $15 million federally funded facelift.
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AIS Arena Refurbishment, Funded Facelift: Four people in the middle of an indoor arena with basketball goals at each end.
Duration: 1 minute 57 seconds