National Sport for 4 July 2009

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More success for Serena Jul 04 2009

Serena Williams celebrated her second Wimbledon title of the day after she and sister Venus won the women's doubles on Saturday evening.Read

Shaw cited following third Test Jul 04 2009

British and Irish Lions lock Simon Shaw has been cited for alleged dangerous play during the third Test against South Africa in Johannesburg.Read

Cancellara claims yellow jersey Jul 04 2009

Switzerland's Fabian Cancellara got the better of Tour de France favourite Alberto Contador to triumph in the 15.5km time-trial first stage in the blistering Monaco sun on Saturday.Read

Senior shines in Rhinos victory Jul 04 2009

History-maker Keith Senior helped Leeds take full advantage of St Helens' surprise defeat on Friday as they closed the gap between the two at the top of the table to two points courtesy of a thrilling 43-30 win at Hull.Read

England target five bowlers Jul 04 2009

England are expected to follow the successful framework established in 2005 when they select their line-up for the first Ashes Test in Cardiff next Wednesday.Read

Federer tense ahead of date with history Jul 04 2009

Roger Federer admitted the pressure is back on as he attempts to claim a record 15th grand slam title in Sunday's Wimbledon final against Andy Roddick.Read

Lions claim deserved third Test win Jul 04 2009

The British and Irish Lions ended their tour of South Africa with a 28-9 victory over the Springboks in the third Test.Read

Title glory for Serena Jul 04 2009

Serena Williams landed her third Wimbledon title in fine style as she proved too strong for sister Venus in the final.Read

Stars eclipses Sandown rivals Jul 04 2009

Sea The Stars stamped his class on the Coral-Eclipse at Sandown Park with a thrilling success.Read

Protest by Springboks Jul 04 2009

South Africa's players made a protest in support of banned Springboks lock Bakkies Botha in Saturday's third Test against the British and Irish Lions at Ellis Park.Read

Bullish Owen ready for United challenge Jul 04 2009

Doubts may have been expressed about the wisdom of Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson signing Michael Owen but the two men themselves are convinced the deal will be a success.Read

Long set for spell on sidelines Jul 04 2009

St Helens scrum-half Sean Long is expected to be out for around eight weeks after confirmation the player has broken his jaw.Read

Chopra completes Cardiff switch Jul 04 2009

Cardiff have completed the signing of Michael Chopra from Sunderland for a club-record fee.Read

I'm worth £80million - Ronaldo Jul 04 2009

Cristiano Ronaldo on Saturday said the £80million Real Madrid paid for him is a "fair price" and he is delighted to be the most expensive player in the world.Read

Flower unwilling to prune Freddie Jul 04 2009

Andy Flower believes he could have finished Andrew Flintoff's career if he had over-reacted to the all-rounder's errant start to the Ashes summer.Read

Three and easy for Bopara Jul 04 2009

Ravi Bopara is confident his inexperience as a Test number three batsman will not be exposed by Australia when he steps out for his first Ashes Test in Cardiff next week.Read

Benitez pushed for Dalglish return Jul 04 2009

Kenny Dalglish is to return to Liverpool, with manager Rafael Benitez instrumental in the Scot's appointment at Anfield.Read

Cavendish poised for jersey bid Jul 04 2009

Described as "unbeatable" and "the best" by many of cycling's luminaries ahead of his third Tour de France, Mark Cavendish will begin his bid for the fabled green jersey in Monaco on Saturday.Read

Murray upbeat despite defeat Jul 04 2009

Andy Murray insists he will not dwell on his defeat to Andy Roddick despite going out of Wimbledon one step away from the final.Read

Roddick: Murray is a cert to win slams Jul 04 2009

Andy Murray was tipped to become a multiple grand slam winner of the future as he tried to come to terms with the disappointment of missing out on the Wimbledon final.Read

Serena looking for hat-trick Jul 04 2009

Serena Williams will attempt to complete a hat-trick of victories over Venus when the sisters meet in the women's final at Wimbledon for the fourth time on Saturday.Read

Owen - Injuries not a concern Jul 04 2009

New Manchester United striker Michael Owen insists he is fighting fit and his injury-plagued past should not be a concern.Read

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