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2009
Articles from 4th Jul 2009
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More success for Serena
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
Serena Williams celebrated her second Wimbledon title of the day after she and sister Venus won the women's doubles on Saturday evening. Read
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Shaw cited following third Test
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
British and Irish Lions lock Simon Shaw has been cited for alleged dangerous play during the third Test against South Africa in Johannesburg. Read
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Cancellara claims yellow jersey
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Senior shines in Rhinos victory
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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England target five bowlers
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Federer tense ahead of date with history
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Lions claim deserved third Test win
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
The British and Irish Lions ended their tour of South Africa with a 28-9 victory over the Springboks in the third Test. Read
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Title glory for Serena
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
Serena Williams landed her third Wimbledon title in fine style as she proved too strong for sister Venus in the final. Read
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Stars eclipses Sandown rivals
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
Sea The Stars stamped his class on the Coral-Eclipse at Sandown Park with a thrilling success. Read
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Protest by Springboks
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Bullish Owen ready for United challenge
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Chopra completes Cardiff switch
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
Cardiff have completed the signing of Michael Chopra from Sunderland for a club-record fee. Read
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Long set for spell on sidelines
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
St Helens scrum-half Sean Long is expected to be out for around eight weeks after confirmation the player has broken his jaw. Read
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I'm worth £80million - Ronaldo
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Flower unwilling to prune Freddie
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Three and easy for Bopara
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Cavendish poised for jersey bid
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Benitez pushed for Dalglish return
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
Kenny Dalglish is to return to Liverpool, with manager Rafael Benitez instrumental in the Scot's appointment at Anfield. Read
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Serena looking for hat-trick
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Murray upbeat despite defeat
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Roddick: Murray is a cert to win slams
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
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
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Owen - Injuries not a concern
Jul 04 2009 | National Sport
New Manchester United striker Michael Owen insists he is fighting fit and his injury-plagued past should not be a concern. Read
