Jul
2009
Articles from 5th Jul 2009
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Federer wins incredible final
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Roger Federer survived another epic final to win his sixth Wimbledon and record 15th grand slam title against a gallant Andy Roddick. Read
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Cavendish wins second stage
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
A perfect finish saw British speedster Mark Cavendish win the second stage of the 2009 Tour de France from Monaco to Brignoles to further his standing as cycling's leading sprinter. Read
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Delight for record-breaking champion
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Roger Federer savoured "an unbelievable moment" in his career after claiming a record 15th grand slam title with victory in an amazing Wimbledon final against Andy Roddick. Read
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IRB probe South Africa protest
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
The International Rugby Board are investigating South Africa's protest against the suspension of Bakkies Botha during Saturday's third Test against the British and Irish Lions. Read
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Vaughan backs Flintoff
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes Andrew Flintoff will put his latest brush with discipline aside to ruffle Australia. Read
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Shaw hit with ban
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
British and Irish Lions lock Simon Shaw has received a two-week ban after being cited for dangerous play during Saturday's third Test victory over South Africa in Johannesburg, the South Africa Rugby Football Union have announced. Read
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Perez reveals 'Super League' ambition
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is plotting a football revolution in Europe after calling for the continent's biggest clubs to create a new 'Super League'. Read
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Souness backs Owen for United success
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Former Newcastle manager Graeme Souness has tipped Michael Owen to rebuild his career after sealing a surprise move to champions Manchester United. Read
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No Ashes place for Harmison
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Steve Harmison's impressive performance against Australia this week has failed to earn him a place in England's squad for the first npower Ashes Test in Cardiff. Read
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Beckenbauer backs England for World Cup
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
FIFA committee member Franz Beckenbauer has tentatively backed England's World Cup bid, claiming the country could stage football's showpiece event "tomorrow". Read
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Hauritz still in the mix
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Australia coach Tim Nielsen says he would be confident in off-spinner Nathan Hauritz delivering the goods should the tourists decide to play him in the first Ashes Test against England at Cardiff starting on Wednesday. Read
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Pedrosa wins in America
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Dani Pedrosa put himself back in the running for the FIM MotoGP World Championship title as he won the US Grand Prix at Laguna Seca. Read
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Tevez: Fans will forgive City switch
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Former Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez is confident he will not be viewed as a traitor by the Old Trafford faithful if he completes a transfer to the club's cross-city rivals. Read
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Sinfield shines on Senior's big day
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Leeds captain Kevin Sinfield kicked his side to a fourth successive win as the champions celebrated Keith Senior's 500th career appearance with a thrilling 43-30 win at Hull. Read
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Mixed emotions after Lions win
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Ian McGeechan celebrated the British and Irish Lions' 28-9 third Test win against South Africa and told his players: "This victory will last for four years". Read
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Stefanki urges Murray to change
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Andy Murray is "stuck playing defensive tennis" and needs to "change his mentality" to win grand slams. Read
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Serena: What more can I do?
Jul 05 2009 | National Sport
Serena Williams outplayed sister Venus to win her third Wimbledon title - then expressed bemusement that winning a third grand slam title in 10 months will not be enough to take her to number one in the world. Read
