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    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:38:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fenech gives Burgess the thumbs up</title>
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      <description>League great Mario Fenech says new Rabbitohs recruit Sam Burgess is set to be the next NRL superstar.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:30:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rickert much improved for NBL clash</title>
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      <description>NBL star and Breakers centre Rick Rickert is likely to regain fitness and play this week.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:26:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Smit, Matfield sign up to Boks</title>
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      <description>Union stars John Smit and Victor Matfield have been awarded contracts by the Springboks.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:11:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Melbourne Victory face fixture woe</title>
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      <description>Melbourne Victory are struggling to find a venue for the home leg of their Hyudai A-League semi-finals.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:08:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hodge eyes another record</title>
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      <description>Batsman Brad Hodge needs just 21 runs to become the highest domestic run scorer in 50 over cricket.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:05:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Paterson to get 100th cap for Scotland</title>
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      <description>Scotland have recalled Australian-born flyhalf Dan Parks for Saturday's Six Nations Union clash with Wales.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:01:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Royal Melbourne drops from top spot</title>
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      <description>Royal Melbourne has dropped from the number one ranked golf course in Australia.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:58:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Australia smashes the West Indies</title>
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      <description>Australia has thrashed the West Indies by eight wickets in the second one-dayer at the Adelaide Oval.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:58:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Minichiello ready to prove himself</title>
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      <description>Anthony Minichiello says his injuries are behind him and he's ready to prove he is the best fullback.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:44:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Corica to retire</title>
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      <description>Sydney FC veteran Steve Corica is set to announce his retirement.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:38:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Indonesia's bid for 2022 World Cup</title>
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      <description>Indonesia's bid to host the 2022 football World Cup is growing increasingly uncertain.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:31:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Storm name understrength team</title>
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      <description>Melbourne has named an understrength team for their first NRL pre-season trial match against Brisbane.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:20:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Redbacks in control at the WACA</title>
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      <description>SA is at five for 309 in reply to WA's 284 at stumps on day two of the Sheffield Shield clash.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:15:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Victoria cautious on global Twenty20</title>
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      <description>Victorian cricket has reacted cautiously to reports it is set to join a new worldwide Twenty20 competition.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:12:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Berdych overcomes Odesnik</title>
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      <description>Tomas Berdych has advanced to round two of the SAP Open with a 6-1 6-7 (5-7) 7-5 win over Wayne Odesnik.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bombers' young guns under cloud</title>
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      <description>The immediate future of Michael Hurley is uncertain heading into Friday night's AFL pre-season opener.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:37:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Former Socceroos coach signs to Mariners</title>
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      <description>Former Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has signed a three-year deal to take over the Central Coast Mariners.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:21:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Big Willie fires up</title>
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      <description>A fired-up Willie Mason has said that the clubs that brushed him will live to regret it.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:09:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Aussie bobsleigh team decision on ice</title>
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      <description>Australia's women's bobsleigh team will find out today whether they can compete at the Winter Olympics.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:04:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Doug pulls the rug from under Windies</title>
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      <description>The West Indies have been bowled out by Australia for a meagre 170 in 39.4 overs at Adelaide Oval.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:12:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Star Saints still on Super Bowl high</title>
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      <description>The New Orleans Saints celebrated long into the Florida night after their win over the Indianapolis Colts.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:31:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bartholomeusz ready to take on flyhalf</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/09/Bartholomeusz_ready_to_take_on_flyhalf_426824.html</link>
      <description>Western Force utility back Mark Bartholomeusz is confident he can take on the flyhalf role in the Super 14.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:13:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bushrangers name 13-man squad</title>
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      <description>Victoria has named a 13-man squad for Wednesday's vital one-day cricket match against NSW at the MCG.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:07:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>All Stars prize to boost community</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/09/All_Stars_prize_to_boost_community_426819.html</link>
      <description>The NRL will inject the $1.5 million Rugby League All Stars prize pool into community programs.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:02:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rocky road ends sweetly for Blues</title>
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      <description>The Blues have announced a multi-million dollar sponsorship deal with confectionery company Mars.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:54:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Community programs boosted by prize pool</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/09/Community_programs_boosted_by_prize_pool_426770.html</link>
      <description>The NRL announced a $1.5 million Rugby League All Stars prize pool will be injected into community programs.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:18:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Siddle sidelined for up to five months</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/09/Siddle_sidelined_for_up_to_five_months_426751.html</link>
      <description>Australian paceman Peter Siddle will be sidelined for up to five months due to a back injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:15:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mrdja defends controversial move</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/09/Mrdja_defends_controversial_move_426749.html</link>
      <description>Melbourne striker Nik Mrdja has defended his transfer from Central Coast, saying it was within the rules.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:09:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Gazza faces drink driving charge</title>
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      <description>Former England star Paul Gascoigne has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:01:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>V8s dump Barbagallo</title>
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      <description>V8 Supercars Australia has dumped Barbagallo from its 2010 schedule.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:38:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Elsom, Giteau named in Brumbies</title>
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      <description>Rocky Elsom and Matt Giteau have been named to make their Brumbies' debuts in the Super 14 season opener.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:07:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Melksham, Still to play first game</title>
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      <description>Essendon youngsters Jake Melksham and Michael Still will play in the AFL clash against West Coast.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 23:30:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Steyn credits performance to planning</title>
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      <description>South Africa's Dale Steyn took seven wickets for 51 runs on the third day of the first Test against India.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 23:14:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Piquet to enter Trucks race at Daytona</title>
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      <description>Former F1 driver Nelson Piquet Jr will enter the NASCAR Truck Series at Daytona International Speedway.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:22:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fuller arrested, Carroll charged</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/09/Fuller_arrested_Carroll_charged_426629.html</link>
      <description>Stoke City player Ricardo Fuller has been arrested on suspicions of assaulting a man in a nightclub.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:43:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Super Saints win a fairy tale</title>
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      <description>The Saints and the people of New Orleans are celebrating after winning their first Super bowl, 31-17.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:58:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>McCaw to miss three rounds of Super 14</title>
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      <description>All Blacks captain Richie McCaw is to miss the first three rounds of the Super 14 on a 'sabbatical'.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:38:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Catalans players arrested after 'brawl'</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/09/Catalans_players_arrested_after_brawl_426590.html</link>
      <description>Five players from the Catalans Dragons have been arrested following an alleged brawl in Leeds, Nth England.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:32:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Terry thanks Chelsea's fans</title>
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      <description>Chelsea's John Terry has thanked the club's fans for their support after losing the England captaincy.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:24:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Aussies aiming to remain unbeaten</title>
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      <description>Australia and the West Indies clash in game two of the one-day series in Adelaide today.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:02:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Cats announce Stokes penalties</title>
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      <description>The AFL career of Geelong's Mathew Stokes is on hold for at least three months as he faces cocaine charges.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:20:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>America's Cup opener postponed</title>
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      <description>A lack of wind has led organisers to postpone the first race of the 33rd America's Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:14:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Steurs wins stage two of Tour of Qatar</title>
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      <description>Belgian Topsport rider Geert Steurs has won the second stage of the Tour of Qatar.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:12:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Warne slams Strauss for Bangladesh break</title>
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      <description>Shane Warne has accused Andrew Strauss of showing a 'lack of respect for Test cricket'.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:08:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mariners finally taste success</title>
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      <description>Central Coast has won its first match in 10 games with a 3-0 victory over Newcastle at Bluetongue Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:07:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Waugh to remain focused</title>
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      <description>Phil Waugh is adamant George Smith's departure from international rugby won't change his own focus.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:50:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Lack of wind has postponed the start of the first race of the 33rd America's Cup between Alinghi and Oracle.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:43:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Kemp needs knee reconstruction</title>
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      <description>Melbourne Victory defender Matthew Kemp will be out of action for nine months due to a knee reconstruction.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:33:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Steve Stricker has been listed as the world's best active golfer according to the rankings.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:10:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>New Waratah Berrick Barnes will encounter his state of birth Queensland in the opening Super 14 clash.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:03:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The All Stars side held a coaching clinic for kids in Blacktown in a bid to protect western Sydney from AFL.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:54:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>WA has been bowled out for 284 on day one of their Sheffield Shield clash with South Australia at the WACA.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:41:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>IBO welterweight world champion Lovemore Ndou has slammed Anthony Mundine for his proposed fight.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:28:28 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Perth V8 event scrapped</title>
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      <description>The V8 Supercars round in Perth has been scrapped by the sport's governing body.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:16:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>This is goodbye Sailor</title>
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      <description>Wendell Sailor has officially retired after St George Illawarra's loss to Brisbane in the 2009 NRL finals.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:13:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Webber leads local hopes in grand prix</title>
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      <description>Mark Webber will be Australia's first grand prix-winning driver after competing in the Aussie Grand Prix.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:12:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Stokes suspended until round eight</title>
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      <description>Geelong has suspended Mathew Stokes until round eight of the AFL season after drug charges against him.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:41:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia is confident they are within reach of an unbeaten home summer for the first time in nine seasons.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:11:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rebels making progress with Gasnier</title>
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      <description>New Super 15 Franchise the Rebels have hosted a meeting with former league star Mark Gasnier.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:57:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Anstey and Mackinnon announce retirement</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Anstey_and_Mackinnon_announce_retirement_426391.html</link>
      <description>Chris Anstey and Sam Mackinnon have both announced their retirement from Australian basketball.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:45:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Aloisi sticks it to critics</title>
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      <description>John Aloisi has scored two crucial goals to clinch Sydney FC's 3-2 win over Perth Glory.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:25:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rule changes for NAB cup</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Rule_changes_for_NAB_cup_426384.html</link>
      <description>The AFL is set to trial four new rules in this year's NAB Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:24:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NSW welcome back Warner and Smith</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/NSW_welcome_back_Warner_and_Smith_426383.html</link>
      <description>NSW have welcomed back Steven Smith and David Warner for their match against Victoria on Wednesday.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:23:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/NSW_welcome_back_Warner_and_Smith_426383.html</guid>
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      <title>Irish prepare for French clash</title>
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      <description>The Irish will go head to head with France in next Saturday's rugby union clash in Paris.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:22:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Irish_prepare_for_French_clash_426381.html</guid>
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      <title>Bellucci claims Movistar Open title</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Bellucci_claims_Movistar_Open_title_426380.html</link>
      <description>Thomaz Bellucci has won the Movistar Open tennis title after defeating Juan Monaco 6-2 0-6 6-4.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:20:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Bellucci_claims_Movistar_Open_title_426380.html</guid>
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      <title>Hull winger off to great start</title>
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      <description>Two tries from Hull winger Peter Fox has helped Justin Morgan's side claim a 30-12 win over Salford.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:34:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Czechs are through to the Fed Cup semi finals after a dramatic 3-2 win against Germany.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:34:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Czechs_through_to_Fed_Cup_semi_426362.html</guid>
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      <title>Capello eager for Wales clash</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Capello_eager_for_Wales_clash_426361.html</link>
      <description>England has been pitted against Wales in the qualifiers for Euro 2012.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:34:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Capello_eager_for_Wales_clash_426361.html</guid>
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      <title>Stricker holds nerve to claim victory</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Stricker_holds_nerve_to_claim_victory_426360.html</link>
      <description>Golfer Steve Stricker has claimed a two-shot win over Donald to snatch victory at the Northern Trust Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:34:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Stricker_holds_nerve_to_claim_victory_426360.html</guid>
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      <title>Herman's 'dream' win</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Hermans_dream_win_426358.html</link>
      <description>Golfer Jim Herman has described his victory at the Moonah Classic as the biggest win of his 10-year career.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:34:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Hermans_dream_win_426358.html</guid>
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      <title>Lopez crowned SA Tennis Open Champion</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Lopez_crowned_SA_Tennis_Open_Champion_426359.html</link>
      <description>Feliciano Lopez has been crowned SA Tennis Open champion after a comfortable straight sets victory.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:34:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Lopez_crowned_SA_Tennis_Open_Champion_426359.html</guid>
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      <title>Frankfurt fights back to snatch victory</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Frankfurt_fights_back_to_snatch_victory_426357.html</link>
      <description>Eintracht Frankfurt has jumped to seventh in the Bundesliga after a 3-2 victory.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:34:08 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Frankfurt_fights_back_to_snatch_victory_426357.html</guid>
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      <title>Breakers confident after win</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Breakers_confident_after_win_426356.html</link>
      <description>The Breakers are going into their last home game confident after defeating the Wollongong Hawks.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:34:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Saints defeat Colts to win Super Bowl</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Saints_defeat_Colts_to_win_Super_Bowl_426353.html</link>
      <description>The New Orleans Saints became Super Bowl champions after rallying to beat the Indianapolis Colts 31-17.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:09:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Saints_defeat_Colts_to_win_Super_Bowl_426353.html</guid>
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      <title>Slater injured at All Stars training</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Slater_injured_at_All_Stars_training_426346.html</link>
      <description>The NRL All Stars could be looking for a new fullback after Billy Slater suffered an injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 03:26:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Slater_injured_at_All_Stars_training_426346.html</guid>
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      <title>Birmingham victorious over Wolves</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Birmingham_victorious_over_Wolves_426345.html</link>
      <description>Birmingham have earned a dramatic victory with a 2-1 win over local rivals Wolves.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 03:25:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Birmingham_victorious_over_Wolves_426345.html</guid>
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      <title>Anglo-Welsh Cup semi-finalists sorted</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Anglo-Welsh_Cup_semi-finalists_sorted_426322.html</link>
      <description>Gloucester has secured a 31-29 victory over Harlequins and a place in the Anglo-Welsh Cup semi-finals.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:37:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Anglo-Welsh_Cup_semi-finalists_sorted_426322.html</guid>
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      <title>Giteau confident of playing Force</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Giteau_confident_of_playing_Force_426318.html</link>
      <description>Matt Giteau is confident of playing the Super 14 opener for the Brumbies against the Western Force.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:23:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Giteau_confident_of_playing_Force_426318.html</guid>
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      <title>Qld win the toss and bat first</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Qld_win_the_toss_and_bat_first_426278.html</link>
      <description>Qld have won the toss and decided to bat first in their Sheffield Shield match against Tasmania on Monday.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:18:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Stricker takes No. 2 spot</title>
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      <description>Steve Stricker beat England's Luke Donald by two strokes at the Northern Trust Open on Sunday.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 23:54:17 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Stricker_takes_No_2_spot_426267.html</guid>
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      <title>Keane fires for Celtic</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Keane_fires_for_Celtic_426256.html</link>
      <description>Celtic has overcome Dunfermline 4-2, to book its place in the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 23:18:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Inter cruise as Roma home in on record</title>
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      <description>Inter Milan have continued towards a fifth straight Italian Serie A title by crushing Cagliari 3-0.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 22:50:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Inter_cruise_as_Roma_home_in_on_record_426251.html</guid>
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      <title>Chelsea back on top of Premier League</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Chelsea_back_on_top_of_Premier_League_426221.html</link>
      <description>Chelsea has put an end to Arsenal's remaining title dreams at Stamford Bridge, with a 2-0 win.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 21:14:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Chelsea_back_on_top_of_Premier_League_426221.html</guid>
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      <title>Jimenez wins Desert Classic</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Jimenez_wins_Desert_Classic_426209.html</link>
      <description>Spanish veteran Miguel Angel Jimenez has won the Dubai Desert Classic, defeating European No.1 Lee Westwood.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 20:58:03 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Jimenez_wins_Desert_Classic_426209.html</guid>
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      <title>Japan takes WBA flyweight title</title>
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      <description>Japan's Daiki Kameda has become the new world champion of the WBA flyweight class over Thailand.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 20:22:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The 33rd America's Cup is to begin in Spain with US side Oracle against Swiss defenders Alinghi.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:52:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Americas_Cup_duel_set_to_begin_426141.html</guid>
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      <title>Mayne sticks with Dockers</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Mayne_sticks_with_Dockers_426139.html</link>
      <description>Fremantle forward Chris Mayne has signed a one-year contract extension with the club until the end of 2011.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:42:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Sydney_FC_and_Melbourne_for_top_spot_426137.html</link>
      <description>Sydney FC will take on Melbourne Victory on Sunday to decide the A-League minor premiership.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:30:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>SA and WA will battle it out at the WACA today, each trying to keep their Sheffield Shield seasons alive.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:24:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bastareaud leads France to 18-9 win</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Bastareaud_leads_France_to_18-9_win_426133.html</link>
      <description>Mathieu Bastareaud helped France win 18-9 against Scotland in their Six Nations rugby opener.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:16:08 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Bastareaud_leads_France_to_18-9_win_426133.html</guid>
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      <title>Asif not cleared for Pakistan's UAE</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Asif_not_cleared_for_Pakistans_UAE_426107.html</link>
      <description>Pakistan's Mohammad Asif won't able to play cricket in the coming series in the United Arab Emirates.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 13:58:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/08/Asif_not_cleared_for_Pakistans_UAE_426107.html</guid>
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      <title>Ballerini dies in rally accident</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/07/Ballerini_dies_in_rally_accident_426105.html</link>
      <description>Reports say the coach of Italy's national cycling team has died in a crash while competing in a motor rally.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:46:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/07/Ballerini_dies_in_rally_accident_426105.html</guid>
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      <title>Stosur lifts Australia to Cup victory</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/07/Stosur_lifts_Australia_to_Cup_victory_426088.html</link>
      <description>Samantha Stosur has featured in all three of Australia's victories against Spain in the Fed Cup in Adelaide.</description>
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      <description>Gaganjeet Bhullar of India has won the season-opening Asian Tour International by one shot.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 10:47:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia has beaten the West Indies by 113 runs in the one-day international at Melbourne Cricket Ground.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 10:28:03 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fan injured at Stoke game dies</title>
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      <description>A Blackburn Rovers football fan critically injured at this weekend's match at Stoke City has died.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 10:19:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Wellington dash Gold Coast's hope</title>
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      <description>Gold Coast's hopes of collecting the A-League Premier's Plate are in doubt after losing 1-0 to Wellington.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 10:09:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>South Sydney has opened the NRL pre-season with a 42-12 win over Manly at Redfern Oval.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 09:51:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Herman wins close Moonah Classic</title>
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      <description>American Jim Herman has won the co-sanctioned Moonah Classic golf tournament.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:41:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Pakistan's coach has accepted responsibility for his team's dismal performance on its tour of Australia.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:21:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>South Sydney forwards Eddy Pettybourne and Jason Clark have signed new two-year contracts with the NRL club.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:16:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>John Aloisi rescued Sydney FC in a thrilling 3-2 win over Perth Glory at Parramatta Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:14:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jets captain Matt Thompson is likely to recover from a hamstring injury in time to play Central Coast .</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:26:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rafa Benitez has hailed 10-man Liverpool after beating Everton 1-0.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:20:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Teenage tennis star Bernard Tomic has won the Burnie International Challenger tournament in Tasmania.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:17:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sarah Oh has successfully defended the New South Wales women's golf open at the Oatlands club.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Anthony Watmough says next Saturday's inaugural NRL All Stars clash will carry plenty of intensity.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 06:38:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Football Federation Australia has no plans to change the A-League's controversial injury replacement rule.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:29:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Stricker lines up number two ranking</title>
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      <description>Steve Stricker can surpass Phil Mickelson as the world number two ranked golfer at the Northern Trust Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:25:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>US hurdler handed two-year ban</title>
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      <description>US hurdler Duane Ross has been banned from competition for two years for illegal drug use.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:19:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Glory looking to build squad depth</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/07/Glory_looking_to_build_squad_depth_425980.html</link>
      <description>Perth coach Dave Mitchell says he hopes to build squad depth ahead of the A-League finals.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:09:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Spurs, Villa play out a stalemate</title>
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      <description>English Premier League top-four hopefuls Aston Villa and Tottenham have played out a nil-all draw.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:50:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mayne signs on until end of 2011</title>
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      <description>Fremantle Dockers goalsneak Chris Mayne has signed a one year extension to his current deal.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Patrick completes stock car debut</title>
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      <description>Danica Patrick has finished sixth in her stock-car debut at Daytona International Speedway.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:09:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>England beats Wales in Six Nations</title>
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      <description>England scored three tries to open their Six Nations rugby campaign with a 30-17 win over Wales.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:16:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hull shocks Saints in thick fog</title>
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      <description>Hull has claimed a 32-12 win over St Helens in thick fog in their English Super League match.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:09:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Portugal coach goes on the attack</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/07/Portugal_coach_goes_on_the_attack_425905.html</link>
      <description>A TV presenter has claimed Portugal football coach Carlos Queiroz attacked him at Lisbon airport.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 23:34:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Stoke's unbeaten New Year continues</title>
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      <description>Stoke continued its unbeaten start to the new year with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Blackburn.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 23:12:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Kallis ton gives Proteas edge</title>
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      <description>A century from Jacques Kallis has helped South Africa to 2-291 on day one of their test Match with India.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 23:09:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>High stakes for Saints in Superbowl</title>
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      <description>Drew Brees says New Orleans is looking forward to the Superbowl after the destruction of Hurricane Katrina.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 23:03:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Ferguson delighted by Rio's appointment</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/07/Ferguson_delighted_by_Rios_appointment_425893.html</link>
      <description>Alex Ferguson says he is delighted to hear that Rio Ferdinand has been named England captain.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 23:00:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Footballer John Terry has promised to 'fight back' after being sacked as England captain.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 21:35:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Laws records first Burnley win</title>
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      <description>Brian Laws has recorded his first win as Burnley boss after they beat West Ham 2-1 in their EPL clash.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 20:25:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Hull has shocked Manchester City with a 2-1 win in their English Premier League clash at the KC Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 20:08:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Manchester United has returned to the top of the EPL ladder after a 5-0 win over Portsmouth.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 19:58:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Raikkonen focuses on Rally career</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/07/Raikkonen_focuses_on_Rally_career_425800.html</link>
      <description>Former F1 World Champion Kimi Raikkonen says he is more interested in Rallying than Formula One.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:52:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The 33rd America's Cup is expected to take place as scheduled off the Mediterranean coast of Spain.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:40:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Flat Ireland downs Italy</title>
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      <description>Ireland has beaten Italy 29-11 at Croke Park to open their Six Nations rugby title defence.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:27:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Dirk Kuyt scored to help a 10-man Liverpool clinch a crucial 1-0 win over Everton in the Merseyside derby.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:20:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The World Group tie between Australia and Spain is locked at 1-1 after the opening singles rubbers.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 13:20:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>No grudges against Lote</title>
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      <description>Qld selector Des Morris says no grudges will impede Lote Tuqiri in making a return to State of Origin.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 13:01:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Surf lifesaving star Ky Hurst has come from last to win round three of the Kellogg's Nutri-Grain Ironman.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 12:46:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Samantha Stosur has given Australia a winning start to the Fed Cup tennis tie against Spain in Adelaide.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 12:41:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Adelaide United has ended Brisbane Roar's finals hopes with an emphatic 2-0 win at Hindmarsh Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 11:52:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Americans Chris Kirk and Jim Herman are four shots clear heading into the final round of the Moonah Classic.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 11:07:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Luke Pomersbach has cracked his maiden one-day ton to help WA to a five-wicket bonus-point victory over SA.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 11:01:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>West Indies skipper Chris Gayle tips the Windies to win the upcoming ODI series against Australia 4-1.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 10:00:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Jets postponed again</title>
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      <description>The Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets game at Bluetongue Stadium has been postponed.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 08:48:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>SA has suffered a dramatic batting collapse to post 9-233 in its Ford Ranger Cup match against WA.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 08:39:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rio Ferdinand gets his chance to lead England at the World Cup after replacing John Terry.</description>
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      <description>Michael Clarke celebrates his maiden win as captain, but is disappointed by the batting performance.</description>
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      <description>German national team coach Joachim Loew's contract negotiations are on ice until after the World Cup finals.</description>
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      <description>Russian soccer club FK Moscow pulls out of the league after the club's main sponsor withdrew its financing.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 06:49:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Castleford stunned reigning Super League champions Leeds to record a memorable 24-10 victory at Headingley.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 06:49:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>New Western Bulldogs recruit Barry Hall kicked two goals in an impressive debut for the club.</description>
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      <description>Adelaide United looks to improve their attacking game ahead of their clash with the Roar.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 06:13:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Western Force capped off their preseason with a resounding 31-12 win over the Qld Reds.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 06:07:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sam Stosur and Casey Dellacqua are set to play in Australia's Fed Cup tie against Spain.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 02:13:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cricketer Shaun Tait has bowled the fastest ball ever recorded on Aussie soil in Friday's Twenty20 match.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 02:08:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Liverpool and Everton are set to go head to head in the 213th Mersey side derby.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 01:23:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Canada is the only Winter Olympic host country not to have won a gold medal on home soil.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 01:23:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>A budding Adelaide golfer has been forced to work as a baggage handler in order to cover tour travel costs.</description>
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      <description>Jason Culina has urged Gold Coast to keep their focus firmly fixed on Wellington.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:57:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Thailand's Thongchai Jaidee has a one stroke lead at the halfway stage of the Dubai Desert Classic.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:49:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australians have gathered at Vancouver in a peaceful protest to save the boxing kangaroo.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:45:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Nigeria football bosses have set their sights on recruiting former Socceroos coach Guus Hiddink.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:19:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>German Cup champions Werder Bremen have ended their long wait for victory with a 2-1 win over Hertha Berlin.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:17:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Doctors treating Paraguay striker Salvador Cabanas have not ruled out his return to the game.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:17:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>MotoGP world champion Valentino Rossi says he would like to race for two or three more years.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:43:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>America's Cup dispute resolved</title>
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      <description>A dispute between two of the world's richest men that kept the America's Cup locked up in court has ended.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:39:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Terry stripped of England captaincy</title>
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      <description>John Terry has been stripped of the England captaincy following reports of an extra-marital affair.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:15:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia's cricketers have recorded a clean-sweep over Pakistan after winning last night's Twenty20 match.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 20:35:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Nicholson's brilliant form to continue</title>
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      <description>NZ golfer Sarah Nicholson will be looking to continue her brilliant form at the NSW Open in Sydney today.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 20:31:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The New Orleans Saints have entered the Super Bowl weekend trying to keep a normal routine.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 20:31:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says he isn't worried by Manchester United's debt of over $1 billion.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 20:31:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Greg Inglis has been ruled out of the upcoming All Star clash due to a hip injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:06:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>West Tigers coach Tim Sheens has hinted that he might start new recruit Lote Tuqiri on the wing.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>British anti-doping authorities plan to issue the country's 2012 Olympic athletes with biological passports.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:04:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>SA remain positive about securing  a spot in the one-day cricket final when they take on WA today.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:59:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The England rugby manager has warned Danny Cipriani over his proposed Super 15 move to the Melbourne Rebels.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:58:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Melbourne Victory have tightened their grip on the A-League lead beating Nth Queensland 2-0.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:54:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Disciplinary action against disgraced Geelong player Mathew Stokes will be announced on Monday.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:49:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>John Terry has been stripped of the England captaincy following reports of an extra-marital affair.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia has completed a summer clean-sweep of Pakistan with a win in their Twenty20 clash at the MCG.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:33:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>A double from Carlos Hernandez has steered Melbourne Victory to a comfortable 2-0 win over Nth Qld.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Coach Ric Charlesworth rates the Kookaburras a good chance of ending their World Cup drought this year.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:47:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Les Burdett has quit from his self-proclaimed best office in the world and retired as Adelaide Oval curator.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:33:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Western Force's finals aspirations have taken a blow with Andre Pretorius ruled out for the season.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:27:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Roosters captain Braith Anasta is confident his team will be vastly better in 2010 after a tough off-season.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:28:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rebels coach Rod Macqueen has denied the new franchise has made an offer to England back Danny Cipriani.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:43:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Melbourne Victory has moved to fill the loss of Archie Thompson by signing Nik Mrdja for six months.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:24:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Port Adelaide has dumped the Cornes brothers from a culled leadership group led by captain Dom Cassisi.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:24:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia's next international summer of cricket will begin with limited-overs, the first time in 30 years.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 04:53:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Greg Inglis has been ruled out of the upcoming All Star clash due to a hip injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 04:45:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Casey Dellacqua has edged out Alicia Molik for the second singles spot in Australia's Fed Cup team.</description>
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      <description>Greg Bird has been acquitted of attacking a woman with a bottle at a southern Sydney nightclub.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 03:16:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Michael Clarke says his team has to focus on fielding in their game against Pakistan tonight.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 02:50:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>West Tigers coach Tim Sheens has hinted that he might start new recruit Lote Tuqiri on the wing.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 02:38:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Italy coach Marcello Lippi says he's almost decided upon his World Cup squad for South Africa.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:45:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Portsmouth's goalkeeper David James has told his team he will give up his automatic contract extension.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:42:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho has been fined $20,000 for insulting an Italian journalist.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:14:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Diego Maradona has called up 101 players since he took over as coach of Argentina 15 months ago.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:11:03 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Reports say the IOC has ordered the removal of a green and gold flag at the athlete's village in Vancouver.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:09:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Long-time Wallabies flanker George Smith has retired from international rugby.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:03:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jean-Baptiste Elissalde has been forced out of the France team and replaced by Frederic Michalak.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:37:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Brisbane is the first NRL club to ban its players from abusing the controversial sleeping drug Stilnox.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:33:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Capello set to summons Terry</title>
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      <description>John Terry is set to face Fabio Capello in a meeting to determine whether he remains England's captain.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:30:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Breakers thump Hawks 88-60</title>
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      <description>A stellar performance from Kirk Penney helped the NZ Breakers down the Wollongong Hawks 88-60.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:26:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Melbourne Victory will be without Kevin Muscat and Archie Thompson for their clash with Nth Qld.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:20:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>West Coast will work over time in an attempt to turn Nic Naitanui into an effective AFL forward target.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:15:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>North Queensland CEO Peter Parr has confirmed that Willie Mason has agreed to join the Cowboys.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:12:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Leo Cullen will take Donncha O'Callaghan place after he was ruled out of Ireland's team to play Italy.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:57:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Wallaby Lote Tuqiri has signed for the Wests Tigers, agreeing to a three-year deal with the NRL club.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:51:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Waratahs have scored a hard-fought 15-7 win over the Brumbies in a trial match in Canberra.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:07:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Big hitting Gayle inspires Windies win</title>
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      <description>Windies captain Chris Gayle has led his side to an 87-run win over the Prime Minister's XI in Canberra.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:16:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>V8 driver Garth Tander believes a proposed 'grand slam' for the sport could prove an international boom.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 07:43:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Fevola_eying_of_future_as_a_policeman_424957.html</link>
      <description>Brisbane Lions recruit Brendan Fevola has revealed that he has always wanted to be a policeman.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:40:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Fevola_eying_of_future_as_a_policeman_424957.html</guid>
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      <title>Archie Thompson out for a month</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Archie_Thompson_out_for_a_month_424950.html</link>
      <description>Melbourne Victory have been dealt a blow with Archie Thompson ruled out for four weeks with a foot injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:21:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Hindmarsh_excited_by_Parramatta_Test_424949.html</link>
      <description>Nathan Hindmarsh says he's excited by the prospect of playing at Parramatta Stadium in his national colours.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:11:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Wests Tigers have signed dual international Lote Tuqiri on a three-year deal.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:01:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sarah Oh is determined to not fall victim to pressure as she defends her NSW Women's Open golf title.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 04:00:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Oh_gears_for_NSW_Open_title_defence_424921.html</guid>
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      <description>Chris Gayle blasted a record-breaking 146 in setting the Prime Minister's XI a mammoth 400 at Manuka Oval.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:52:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Reds back Cooper in his return</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Reds_back_Cooper_in_his_return_424914.html</link>
      <description>Will Genia says Quade Cooper will get plenty of support when he returns for the Queensland Reds.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:14:52 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Reds_back_Cooper_in_his_return_424914.html</guid>
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      <description>Cameron White says Michael Clarke remains the best man to captain the Australian Twenty20 team.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:35:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Hiddink_vows_to_see_out_Russia_contract_424898.html</link>
      <description>Russia head coach Guus Hiddink intends to see out his contract with the Russian Football Union.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:33:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Injury sidelines Victory star Thompson</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Injury_sidelines_Victory_star_Thompson_424897.html</link>
      <description>Melbourne Victory's Archie Thompson has been sidelined for at least a month because of injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:31:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mayweather, Mosley fight official</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Mayweather_Mosley_fight_official_424894.html</link>
      <description>Floyd Mayweather will fight Shane Mosley in a welterweight bout in Las Vegas on May 1.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:19:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Mayweather_Mosley_fight_official_424894.html</guid>
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      <title>Donald interested in England role</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Donald_interested_in_England_role_424893.html</link>
      <description>Allan Donald has declared his interest in becoming England's next fast bowling coach.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:16:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/AFL_player_avoids_conviction_424890.html</link>
      <description>Essendon AFL player Nathan Lovett-Murray has avoided conviction after being charged with unlicensed driving.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:09:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Cabanas making progress</title>
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      <description>Paraguay football star Salvador Cabanas is continuing a remarkable recovery after being shot.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 01:59:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Mason_quiet_until_deal_is_done_424880.html</link>
      <description>Willie Mason will not announce where he will play this NRL season until a deal has been secured.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 01:56:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Schumacher_enjoys_return_424863.html</link>
      <description>Michael Schumacher says he has settled back into F1 life after more than three years in retirement.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 01:02:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jermain Defoe scored a hat-trick to end Leeds' FA Cup run and send Tottenham into a fifth-round clash.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:57:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Defoe_scores_hat-trick_for_Tottenham_424857.html</guid>
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      <description>Fulham has defeated Portsmouth 1-0 in their Premier League clash at Craven Cottage.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:43:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>New West Indies coach Ottis Gibson says nurturing emerging talent will be his main priority.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:36:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>McGrath finds love again</title>
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      <description>Australian cricket legend Glenn McGrath is dating 28 year old Italian Sara Leonardi.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:34:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Manly's Brett Stewart is due to face court today after pleading not guilty to two charges made against him.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:32:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/04/Cosgrove_back_for_SA_for_one-dayer_424823.html</link>
      <description>South Australia's Mark Cosgrove will return from injury in the one-dayer against WA.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:04:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Socceroos are now ranked 23rd in the world, dropping two places in the latest FIFA world rankings.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:53:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>If convicted of drug trafficking, Geelong's Mathew Stokes faces a lifetime ban from football.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:34:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>West Coast midfielder Daniel Kerr put in a star performance in an intra-club hit-out at Subiaco Oval.</description>
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      <description>The FFA Disciplinary Committee has upheld the five-match ban on Gold Coast United's Steve Pantelidis.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:00:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>John Terry will discuss his sporting future with manager Fabio Capello before making any public comments.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:59:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Mathieu Bastareaud and Benjamin Fall will play in the opening Six Nations match against Scotland.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:52:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Phil Jaques produced the second highest one-day score in domestic history as NSW beat Qld by six runs.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:11:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Leon Corstens has been given a six-month ban after an illegal substance was found in Starspangledbanner.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:52:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Cairns Taipans have produced a stirring comeback to upset the Perth Wildcats 79-76 in Cairns.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:13:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>A  century from Phil Jaques has helped NSW to a mammoth 4-293 from its 50 overs against Queensland.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:55:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>St Kilda's Nick Riewoldt will make a rare intra-club match appearance next week ahead of the AFL pre-season.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:44:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Siddle succumbs to serious back injury</title>
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      <description>Peter Siddle has suffered a stress fracture of his back and will miss the rest of the summer and NZ tour.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:40:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Fast bowler Brett Lee has refused to guarantee continuing his Test career until the next Ashes series.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:05:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Wallaby James Horwill will make a surprise back-row switch after Ewen McKenzie unveiled a new look pack.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:56:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>NRL referees will crack down on defensive lines which move up too soon in the 2010 season.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:18:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Eagles coach John Worsfold is hoping Quinten Lynch will make the full forward position his own this year.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:00:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cowboys coach Neil Henry hopes his side can make an official offer to Willie Mason as soon as possible.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 04:49:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jets coach Branko Culina has called on his side to toughen up ahead of their clash with the Mariners.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 04:37:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Adelaide sign Adam Griffiths</title>
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      <description>Adelaide United has secured Adam Griffiths for their Asian Champions League campaign.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:13:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/Adelaide_sign_Adam_Griffiths_424548.html</guid>
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      <description>Geelong's Mathew Stokes has faced court today after being charged with trafficking and possessing cocaine.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:47:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Western Force's coach says he doesn't care what side the Reds put out in Friday night's trial match.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:17:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>County dump Wigan out of FA Cup</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/County_dump_Wigan_out_of_FA_Cup_424499.html</link>
      <description>Two side Notts County have dumped Wigan out of the FA Cup with a 2-0 victory.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:05:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Umpires having trouble with pink ball</title>
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      <description>Umpires have complained about losing sight of the experimental Kookaburra pink ball during its trial.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 01:53:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Elsom ruled out Brumbies final trial</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/Elsom_ruled_out_Brumbies_final_trial_424481.html</link>
      <description>Rocky Elsom has been ruled out of the Brumbies' final Super rugby trial against the Waratahs due to injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:58:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Trading Post Racing Team announced</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/Trading_Post_Racing_Team_announced_424478.html</link>
      <description>Brad Jones Racing has announced the launch of the Trading Post Racing Team in the V8 Supercar Series.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:49:50 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/Trading_Post_Racing_Team_announced_424478.html</guid>
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      <title>Chelsea, Hull draw 1-1</title>
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      <description>Chelsea's hopes of leading the EPL ladder are ruined after being held to a 1-1 draw with Hull.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:44:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>New York Jets coach Rex Ryan was fined $56,400 for making an obscene gesture at a martial arts event.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:15:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Killie spoil Keane's party</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/Killie_spoil_Keanes_party_424459.html</link>
      <description>Robbie Keane missed two golden opportunities to score giving Kilmarnock a 1-0 victory over Celtic.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:07:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Gold Coast appeal Pantelidis decision</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/Gold_Coast_appeal_Pantelidis_decision_424454.html</link>
      <description>The Gold Coast will appeal the severity of a five-match-ban handed to midfielder Steve Pantelidis.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:48:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mallett trims Italy squad to 24</title>
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      <description>Italy's squad has been trimmed to 24 players ahead of Saturday's Six Nations opener against Ireland.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:43:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/FIA_submits_rule_change_proposals_424385.html</link>
      <description>The FIA says proposed rule changes will be submitted to the World Motorsport Council within 48 hours.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:41:03 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/FIA_submits_rule_change_proposals_424385.html</guid>
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      <title>No fans allowed for Indian final</title>
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      <description>The final of India's regional Duleep Trophy will be played behind closed doors amid crowd trouble fears.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:38:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/No_fans_allowed_for_Indian_final_424384.html</guid>
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      <title>Schumacher given final all clear</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/Schumacher_given_final_all_clear_424381.html</link>
      <description>Michael Schumacher has recovered from his neck injury and is fit for the 2010 Formula One season.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:37:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/Schumacher_given_final_all_clear_424381.html</guid>
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      <description>The Sunderland fan who abused the mother of Darren Bent has received a three year ban from matches.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:11:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bolt set for New York Diamond League</title>
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      <description>Usain Bolt will race the 100 metres in the June 12 meet at New York, the fifth leg of the Diamond League.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:05:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Ferguson backs Beckham for World Cup</title>
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      <description>Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has backed David Beckham to make England's World Cup squad.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:02:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Fabio Capello is expected to announce on Friday whether John Terry will keep the England captaincy.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 20:52:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The AFL tribunal system has introduced fines for players who 'stage' for free kicks.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 20:47:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/03/WACA_tackle_leads_to_blacklist_fears_424317.html</link>
      <description>Cricket Australia will push for govt help to prevent the WACA Ground from being added to a world blacklist.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 18:40:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>A 25-year-old from Germany has won New York City's annual Empire State Building Run-Up for the fifth time.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 18:08:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Newcastle Knights are keen to pursue the former Test and NSW prop Willie Mason.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>England has recalled Mathew Tait to play in Saturday's Six Nations opener against Wales at Twickenham.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:54:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Ottis Gibson will take over as head coach of the West Indies in time for the home series against Zimbabwe.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:50:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Chris Tadrosse's strike in the 80th minute led North Qld Fury to a 2-1 defeat over the Newcastle Jets.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:46:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Berrick Barnes and Sosene Anesi have firmed to fill the five-eighth and fullback spots for the Waratahs.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:59:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>A rejuvenated Daniel Kerr will spend more time up forward in 2010 in a bid to prolong his AFL career.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:40:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Leigh Nugent is looming as the man to steer the Australian swimming through to the 2012 London Olympics.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:32:41 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/02/Nugent_looks_set_for_swimmings_top_job_424231.html</guid>
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      <description>Australian cricket's pink ball experiment has begun amid suspicion from players and hierarchy.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:17:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Israel Folau says he is confident of an injury-free NRL season after a tough off-season.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:04:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Runners in the 150th Melbourne Cup will not only be competing for a new-look trophy called the 'Loving Cup'.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 05:12:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>England's Phil Vickery has described Wales' front row as the best in world rugby ahead of the Six Nations.</description>
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      <description>Former Australian captain Allan Border has slammed the two game ban handed down to Shahid Afridi.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 04:55:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The 11th A-League team will be known as the Melbourne Heart and will use a red and white strip.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 04:30:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The AFL tribunal system has introduced fines for players who 'stage' for free kicks.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 04:22:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Roosters outcast Willie Mason will sit down with Nth Queensland coach Neil Henry to try and work out a deal.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 04:08:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Togo plan to fight their suspension from the next two editions of the African Cup of Nations.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:21:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Ronaldson announces retirement</title>
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      <description>Tony Ronaldson has annouced he will end his 20 year stint in the NBL after this season.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:15:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Craig Lowndes and Mark Skaife will be reunited for the V8 Supercar Endurance races.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:06:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Acting Australian head swim coach Leigh Nugent is considering taking on the job on a permanent basis.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 02:55:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Former world champion Bernard Hopkins will battle Roy Jones in a rematch of their fight 17 years ago.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 02:22:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Winter Olympic organisers are hoping there will be no cheating or doping at the 2010 games.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:42:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Stoke drew 0-0 at Sunderland, in a result that left the teams side by side in the English Premier League.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 22:23:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Manchester City swoop for Johnson</title>
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      <description>Manchester City has signed winger Adam Johnson from Middlesbrough on Monday's transfer deadline day.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 22:00:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Schumacher warms up</title>
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      <description>Michael Schumacher has embarked on his F1 return and a bid for a record-extending eighth championship.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:15:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>McDonald signs with Middlesbrough</title>
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      <description>Socceroos striker Scott McDonald has left Celtic for English Championship side Middlesbrough.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:05:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Ricky Ponting has condemned Friday's Twenty20 spectator ground invasion, calling the behaviour unacceptable.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:11:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Gold Coast's Steve Pantelidis has received a five-match ban for violent conduct in the win over Melbourne.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:49:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/02/Kreuzer_signs_two-year_deal_with_Blues_423933.html</link>
      <description>Carlton young gun Matthew Kreuzer has signed a new two-year contract with the AFL club.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:44:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bastareaud ready for France return</title>
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      <description>Mathieu Bastareaud is ready to focus on playing international rugby again after lying about being assaulted.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:38:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Qasim turns down request to continue</title>
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      <description>Iqbal Qasim has turned down the Pakistan Cricket Board's request to continue as chief selector.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:23:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/02/Nadal_on_the_slide_Murray_on_the_up_423922.html</link>
      <description>Former world No.1 Rafael Nadal has slipped two places to fourth in the latest ATP world rankings.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:06:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Pacquiao honoured as best of decade</title>
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      <description>Manny Pacquiao was honoured as the fighter of the decade by the Boxing Writer's Association of America.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:02:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/02/Di_Luca_handed_two-year_doping_ban_423918.html</link>
      <description>Italian Danilo Di Luca has been fined and handed a two-year doping ban by the Italian Olympic Committee.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:57:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Terry's captaincy in Capello's hands</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/02/Terrys_captaincy_in_Capellos_hands_423917.html</link>
      <description>England manager Fabio Capello will make the decision on John Terry's future as England captain.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:53:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Crows announce naming deal</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/01/Crows_announce_naming_deal_423869.html</link>
      <description>Adelaide Football Club has signed Westpac as its sponsor for its new centre at AAMI Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:27:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fans trial first live 3D sports event</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/01/Fans_trial_first_live_3D_sports_event_423868.html</link>
      <description>British pub-goers have become the first public audiences to witness a live sports event broadcast in 3D.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:27:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>City players show Bridge support</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/01/City_players_show_Bridge_support_423863.html</link>
      <description>Man City players have supported Wayne Bridge amid reports John Terry had an affair with his then girlfriend.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:17:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Watson rival bails out</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/01/Watson_rival_bails_out_423814.html</link>
      <description>Jess Watson's US rival Abby Sunderland says she's had to stop in Mexico with battery problems.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:47:08 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/01/Watson_rival_bails_out_423814.html</guid>
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      <description>Rocky Elsom will play for the Brumbies against Waratahs in their final Super 14 trial match.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:43:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>It's hoped a shorter Twenty20 format will stop crowd trouble in Friday's Aus v Pakistan clash.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:39:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>John Hutchinson has accepted blame for the Central Coast's failure to reach the A-League finals.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:32:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>South African Bayanda Sobetwa has joined the fledgling GWS AFL team.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:29:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Cowboys looking to rope in Mason</title>
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      <description>Willie Mason is set to chat to Nth Qld coach Neil Henry about his NRL future.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:26:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Over 2.3 million watched tennis final</title>
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      <description>More than 2.3 million people tuned in to watch Roger Federer win the Australian Open tennis final.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Travis Birt and Steven Smith have been named for Friday's Twenty20 cricket international against Pakistan.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 03:10:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Pakistan's coach says batsman Khalid Latif is lucky he wasn't badly injured when tackled by a spectator.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:46:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>NZ vice-captain Adam Blair has been selected to play for the NRL All-Stars.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:01:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Qld has cemented their top two spot in the Sheffield Shield competition with a 168-run win over NSW.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:46:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Hawks have been handed a giant financial incentive ahead of their NBL clash with NZ Breakers.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:31:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian golfer Michael Sim has come up just short of a maiden US PGA Tour victory in California.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:10:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/01/Theres_no_Juventus_deal_-_Benitez_423625.html</link>
      <description>Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has denied striking a deal with Italian giants Juventus.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 23:47:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Win keeps Sevilla on European path</title>
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      <description>Sevilla have breathed new life into their Champions League ambitions with a 2-1 victory over Valencia.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 23:20:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger delivered a scathing assessment of his team's 3-1 defeat to Manchester United.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 23:14:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/01/Lyon_grab_lifeline_to_beat_10-man_PSG_423612.html</link>
      <description>Lyon fought back from a goal down to beat 10-man Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 at the Stade Gerland.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 23:09:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Adebayor sparks City win</title>
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      <description>Emmanuel Adebayor kicked the opening goal which led Manchester City to a 2-0 win over Portsmouth.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:56:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Karlsson wins Qatar Masters</title>
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      <description>Sweden's Robert Karlsson has won the Qatar Masters by three shots from Spaniard Alvaro Quiros.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:50:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Villarreal sack coach Valverde</title>
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      <description>Villarreal has sacked their coach Ernesto Valverde following the Spanish club's 2-0 defeat to Osasuna.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:06:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>United outguns Arsenal</title>
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      <description>Manchester United swept aside title rival Arsenal 3-1 at Emirates Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 20:31:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Petrov named F1's first Russian driver</title>
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      <description>Vitaly Petrov has been named Russia's first Formula One driver by Renault for the 2010 season.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 20:26:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Wales' Lee Byrne is to appeal his two-week ban imposed after he entered the field as an illegal 16th player.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 18:33:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Egypt retains African crown</title>
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      <description>Egypt beat Ghana 1-0 in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 18:11:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>McBreen at the double</title>
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      <description>Central Coast are out of the A-League finals after losing 3-1 against Perth at ME Bank Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:55:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Vonn wins World Cup super-G</title>
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      <description>America's Lindsey Vonn has won the World Cup super-G in the lead up to the Winter Olympics.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:35:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>ICC bans Afridi for ball tampering</title>
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      <description>Pakistan's Shahid Afridi has been banned for two Twenty20 internationals by the ICC for ball tampering.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:28:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Pakistan chief selector quits</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/02/01/Pakistan_chief_selector_quits_423469.html</link>
      <description>The chief selector of Pakistan's cricket team resigned on Sunday after their defeat against Australia.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:23:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Afridi bites ball during Aussie win</title>
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      <description>Australia have secured a 5-0 series whitewash with a two-wicket win in the ODI against Pakistan.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:59:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Michael Sim joint 2nd in US golf event</title>
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      <description>Australian Michael Sim is joint second in the Farmers Insurance Open, going into the final round.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:43:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mickelson upset by cheating jibes</title>
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      <description>Golfer Phil Mickelson is upset about being 'publicly slandered' with accusations of cheating.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:43:26 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Mickelson_upset_by_cheating_jibes_423437.html</guid>
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      <title>Federer claims fourth Open title</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Federer_claims_fourth_Open_title_423435.html</link>
      <description>Roger Federer has won the Australian Open men's singles final against Andy Murray at Melbourne Park.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 11:27:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Federer_claims_fourth_Open_title_423435.html</guid>
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      <title>Koreans beat Kookaburras 2-1</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Koreans_beat_Kookaburras_2-1_423433.html</link>
      <description>Korea beat Australia 2-1 in the men's hockey Test in Hobart.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 10:58:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mariners out of finals race</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Mariners_out_of_finals_race_423432.html</link>
      <description>Central Coast Mariners' hopes of making the A-League finals have ended with a 3-1 defeat in Perth.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 10:55:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Blues need a big last day to beat Qld</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Blues_need_a_big_last_day_to_beat_Qld_423413.html</link>
      <description>NSW were 4-148 at stumps on the third day of their Sheffield Shield clash against Qld.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 09:24:54 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Blues_need_a_big_last_day_to_beat_Qld_423413.html</guid>
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      <title>Vics dominates Tasmania</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Vics_dominates_Tasmania_423412.html</link>
      <description>Vic were 8-321 at stumps on the third day of their Sheffield clash against Tas.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 09:24:54 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Vics_dominates_Tasmania_423412.html</guid>
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      <title>Top seeds secure mixed doubles title</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Top_seeds_secure_mixed_doubles_title_423385.html</link>
      <description>India's Leander Paes and Cara Black of Zimbabwe have won the Australian Open mixed doubles title.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 07:24:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Top_seeds_secure_mixed_doubles_title_423385.html</guid>
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      <title>Bangladesh team arrive in NZ</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Bangladesh_team_arrive_in_NZ_423380.html</link>
      <description>The Bangladesh cricket team have arrived in NZ for their tour, beginning on Wednesday with a Twenty20 match.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 07:01:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Bangladesh_team_arrive_in_NZ_423380.html</guid>
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      <title>Cousins takes nothing for granted</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Cousins_takes_nothing_for_granted_423359.html</link>
      <description>Richmond's Ben Cousins says he's not taking his football career for granted, as the 2010 AFL season looms.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 05:49:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Cousins_takes_nothing_for_granted_423359.html</guid>
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      <title>Govt recruits Indigenous All Stars</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Govt_recruits_Indigenous_All_Stars_423353.html</link>
      <description>The NRL Indigenous All Stars have been recruited to encourage Aboriginal children to stay at school.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 05:37:26 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Govt_recruits_Indigenous_All_Stars_423353.html</guid>
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      <title>Victory still in front</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Victory_still_in_front_423352.html</link>
      <description>Melbourne are in the box seat to claim the A-League minor premiership.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 05:35:01 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Victory_still_in_front_423352.html</guid>
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      <title>Super 14 refs seek fan friendly game</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Super_14_refs_seek_fan_friendly_game_423351.html</link>
      <description>Referees will change their focus to make the 2010 Super 14 rugby competition more spectator friendly.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 05:31:29 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Super_14_refs_seek_fan_friendly_game_423351.html</guid>
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      <title>Sylvester retains world title</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Sylvester_retains_world_title_423350.html</link>
      <description>Sebastian Sylvester retained his IBF middleweight world title when Billy Lyell retired in the 10th round.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 05:18:28 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Sylvester_retains_world_title_423350.html</guid>
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      <title>Murray undaunted by history</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Murray_undaunted_by_history_423331.html</link>
      <description>Andy Murray says he is undaunted by the weight of history as he prepares for the Australian Open final.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 04:19:33 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Murray_undaunted_by_history_423331.html</guid>
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      <title>Cahill does it for Everton</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Cahill_does_it_for_Everton_423293.html</link>
      <description>Tim Cahill's late header secured victory at Wigan for Everton, 1-0.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 03:13:30 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Cahill_does_it_for_Everton_423293.html</guid>
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      <title>Aston Villa in the run for fourth</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Aston_Villa_in_the_run_for_fourth_423291.html</link>
      <description>Aston Villa is in the run for fourth place in the Premier League, beating Fulham 2-0 at Craven Cottage.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 02:58:52 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Aston_Villa_in_the_run_for_fourth_423291.html</guid>
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      <title>Phoenix on the brink</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Phoenix_on_the_brink_423290.html</link>
      <description>Saturday's 1-0 win against Adelaide in Christchurch has cemented the Phoenix in the top six.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 02:49:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Phoenix_on_the_brink_423290.html</guid>
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      <title>Birmingham snatch 1-1 result</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Birmingham_snatch_1-1_result_423264.html</link>
      <description>Birmingham salvaged a point in the Premier League match against Tottenham, resulting in a 1-1 equaliser.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 01:02:33 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Birmingham_snatch_1-1_result_423264.html</guid>
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      <title>Liverpool take down Bolton 2-0</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Liverpool_victory_over_Bolton_2-0_423258.html</link>
      <description>Liverpool were victorious, winning 2-0 in the Premier League match with Bolton at Anfield.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:39:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Liverpool_victory_over_Bolton_2-0_423258.html</guid>
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      <title>Tottenham signs Pompey's Kaboul</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Tottenham_signs_Pompeys_Kaboul_423232.html</link>
      <description>Tottenham has signed Younes Kaboul for the second time after taking the French defender from Portsmouth.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:05:24 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Tottenham_signs_Pompeys_Kaboul_423232.html</guid>
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      <title>Nice supporters clash with police</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Nice_supporters_clash_with_police_423215.html</link>
      <description>Nice supporters have clashed with police in Monaco after they tried to confront rival fans.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 23:11:05 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Nice_supporters_clash_with_police_423215.html</guid>
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      <title>Terry could lose English captaincy</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Terry_could_lose_future_as_captain_423199.html</link>
      <description>John Terry's role as English captain is in doubt after reports he had an affair with a team mate's ex.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 22:07:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Nadolo_stars_in_trial_win_over_Fiji_423159.html</link>
      <description>The NSW Waratahs have thrashed the Fiji Warriors, 83-15, in a trial win in Orange.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 21:20:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Terry makes Chelsea victory 2-1</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Terry_makes_Chelsea_victory_2-1_423156.html</link>
      <description>Chelsea captain John Terry scored the winning goal in a 2-1 victory over Burnley.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 21:08:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Roar stay alive with 1-0 win over Sydney</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Roar_stay_alive_with_1-0_win_over_Sydney_423144.html</link>
      <description>Brisbane has ruined Sydney's chance to move back into first place following a 1-0 win at Suncorp Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 20:47:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Tait_called_up_for_Aussie_squad_423143.html</link>
      <description>Shaun Tait has been called up to the Australian squad for the final limited overs match against Pakistan.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 20:28:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Tait_called_up_for_Aussie_squad_423143.html</guid>
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      <title>Federer chasing 16th grand slam title</title>
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      <description>Roger Federer will meet with Scotland's Andy Murray in the Australian Open men's final tonight.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 20:15:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Federer_chasing_16th_grand_slam_title_423140.html</guid>
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      <title>New Super 14 rules praised</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/New_Super_14_rules_praised_423123.html</link>
      <description>Super14 coaches say benefits of new rules being applied at the breakdown are already being seen.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 18:42:27 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/New_Super_14_rules_praised_423123.html</guid>
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      <description>Daryl Millard has scored for Wakefield Trinity Wildcats in their 18-10 victory over Harlequins.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 18:37:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Ablett splits with long-term girlfriend</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Ablett_splits_with_long-term_girlfriend_423121.html</link>
      <description>AFL star Gary Ablett Junior and model Lauren Phillips have broken up after a seven year relationship.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 18:30:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Aussies_aiming_for_5-0_whitewash_423120.html</link>
      <description>Australia are aiming to secure a 5-0 series whitewash against Pakistan with victory in the fifth one-dayer.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 18:25:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Swedish_referee_dies_after_puck_strike_423118.html</link>
      <description>A Swedish ice-hockey referee has died after suffering a fatal blow to the back of the head from a puck.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 18:21:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Daryl Millard has scored for Wakefield Trinity Wildcats in their 18-10 victory over Harlequins.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 17:39:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fury and Jets set new date</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/31/Fury_and_Jets_set_new_date_423106.html</link>
      <description>The postponed match between the Fury and Jets will now be played on Tuesday at Dairy Farmers Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 17:30:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bryan brothers take Aust Open doubles</title>
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      <description>American twin brothers Bob and Mike Bryan have clinched their fourth Australian Open doubles title.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 13:56:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The NSW Waratahs have continued their preps for the Super 14 season thrashing Fiji 83-15 in a trial match.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 11:47:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Brisbane have re-ignited their A-League finals aspirations following a 1-0 win over Sydney.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 11:14:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Williams wins 5th Aust Open</title>
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      <description>Serena Williams has won her fifth Australian Open title, beating Justine Henin 6-4 3-6 6-2.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 10:56:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>South Australia beat Western Australia by 6 wickets in their one-day clash at Adelaide Oval.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 10:52:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Hazlewood_bowls_Australia_to_U19_win_423055.html</link>
      <description>Australia has defeated Pakistan by 25 runs in the under-19 World Cup final in New Zealand.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 09:16:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia have beaten Korea 3-2, at the Tasmanian Hockey Centre.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 08:45:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Wellington Phoenix have beat Adelaide United 1-0 to get their A-League playoffs campaign back on track.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 08:39:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Nicconi wins Lightning Stakes</title>
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      <description>The David Hayes-trained Nicconi has claimed a win in the Group One Lightning Stakes at Flemington.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 08:15:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Qld were 2-41 at stumps with a lead of 132, after two days of their Sheffield Shield clash against NSW.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 08:05:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>At stumps Tasmania were 7-249 in reply to Victoria's 297 on the second day of the Sheffield Shield clash.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 08:02:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian Idol winner Stan Walker is set to perform, at the AFL NAB Cup match on Feb 20.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 07:08:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Aussie Ryan Harris says he can still get better, despite consecutive five-wicket hauls against Pakistan.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 06:36:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Hewitt_sidelined_after_more_hip_surgery_423009.html</link>
      <description>Former world No.1 Lleyton Hewitt has been forced to undergo a second bout of hip surgery.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 06:28:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Tennis greats have gathered at Melbourne Park to honour Australian sporting icon Margaret Smith Court.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 05:53:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Gold Coast's Steve Pantelidis may miss the final after two incidents during the match against Melbourne.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 05:38:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Pantelidis_in_hot_water_422976.html</guid>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Daly_says_hes_done_with_golf_422996.html</link>
      <description>Two-time major winner John Daly has told a TV interviewer he is 'done' with golf.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 05:37:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The A-League match between North Qld and Newcastle has been postponed due to heavy rain from Cyclone Olga.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 05:17:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Legal challenge won't halt Cup</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Legal_challenge_wont_halt_Cup_422979.html</link>
      <description>The 33rd America's Cup will go ahead as planned in Valencia from February 8-12, despite a legal challenge.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 04:55:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>New Zealand captain Benji Marshall says he's thrilled to be included in the NRL All Stars line-up.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 04:48:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Will Chambers knows he has a hard assignment to force his way into Qld's backline for the Super 14 kick-off.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 04:40:45 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Chambers_has_job_ahead_of_him_422977.html</guid>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Greatbatch_to_coach_New_Zealand_422890.html</link>
      <description>NZ have ended a global search for a national cricket coach with the appointment of Mark Greatbatch.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:22:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Sim_shines_in_San_Diego_422889.html</link>
      <description>Michael Sim fired a scintillating, ten-under-par 62 to storm into contention at the US PGA Tour event.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:15:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Sim_shines_in_San_Diego_422889.html</guid>
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      <description>Super League champions Leeds enjoyed a winning start to their title defence by beating Crusaders 34-6.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:29:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Leeds_beat_Crusaders_34-6_422881.html</guid>
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      <title>Harris content to play fill-in role</title>
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      <description>Ryan Harris has set his sights on becoming Australia's next frontline bowler.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 22:56:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Fed_in_awe_of_himself_422849.html</link>
      <description>Roger Federer says he feels great about the scoreline from his 88 minute match with Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:58:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Gold_medal_team_member_suspended_422840.html</link>
      <description>A member of the US 4x400m gold-medal relay team at Athens Olympics has been suspended for doping.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:29:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Gold_medal_team_member_suspended_422840.html</guid>
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      <title>Fergie fired up for Arsenal match</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Fergie_fired_up_for_Arsenal_match_422822.html</link>
      <description>Sir Alex Ferguson has declared Man Utd's showdown with Arsenal as his club's 'biggest game of the season'.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:26:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Pakistan revokes players' IPL permission</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Pakistan_revokes_players_IPL_permission_422817.html</link>
      <description>Pakistan has revoked certificates allowing the country's cricketers to participate in the IPL.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:02:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Pakistan_revokes_players_IPL_permission_422817.html</guid>
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      <title>Jefferies appointed Hearts manager</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Jefferies_appointed_Hearts_manager_422815.html</link>
      <description>Hearts have hired Jim Jefferies as manager just hours after announcing Csaba Laszlo's departure.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:55:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Jefferies_appointed_Hearts_manager_422815.html</guid>
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      <title>New McLaren for Hamilton, Button</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/New_McLaren_for_Hamilton_Button_422813.html</link>
      <description>Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button have unveiled McLaren's car for the Formula One season.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:45:41 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/New_McLaren_for_Hamilton_Button_422813.html</guid>
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      <title>Bennett expects shootout</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Bennett_expects_shootout_422778.html</link>
      <description>NRL All Stars coach Wayne Bennett predicts a high-scoring clash when they play the Indigenous All Stars.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:46:49 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Bennett_expects_shootout_422778.html</guid>
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      <title>Paerson returns to winning ways</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Paerson_returns_to_winning_ways_422777.html</link>
      <description>Anja Paerson powered to her 41st World Cup victory with a win in the women's Ski super-combined event.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:46:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Paerson_returns_to_winning_ways_422777.html</guid>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/30/Gold_Coast_outdoes_Victory_422775.html</link>
      <description>Gold Coast United have outlasted Melbourne 1-0 to join the Victory at the top of the A-League.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:39:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Aaron Cruden had an impressive debut for the Hurricanes in their pre-season clash with the Brumbies.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:39:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Qld Bulls will resume on 9/335 today on day two of their Sheffield Shield match against NSW.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:39:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Serena Williams and Justine Henin are set to clash in the Australian Open women's tennis finals today.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:39:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Injured Port Adelaide midfielder David Rodan wants to emulate the rapid recovery feats of Nick Malceski.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:39:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Gold Coast United have outlasted Melbourne 1-0 to join the Victory at the top of the A-League.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:28:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia have taken a 4-0 lead in their one-day series against Pakistan after a 135-run victory.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:48:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Roger Federer has swept aside Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 6-2 6-3 6-2 in a one-sided semi at the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 10:15:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>North Melbourne AFL forward David Hale is back training with team mates after an injury last week.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:45:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Qld were 9-335 at stumps on the opening day of the four-day Sheffield Shield clash against NSW.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:44:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Victoria were 9-282 against Tasmania at stumps on day one of the Sheffield Shield cricket match.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:42:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>National swim team coach Alan Thompson has accepted a redundancy offered to him by Swimming Australia.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:08:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Berrick Barnes will get a chance to stake his claim for being the Waratahs goalkicker this season.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 06:59:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Phoenix coach Ricki Herbert has warned his team not to let emotion get in the way of a finals berth.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 06:25:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Melbourne's Billy Slater says the Storm are preparing for a torrid start to the NRL season.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 06:19:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Retired Essendon skipper Matthew Lloyd will be inducted as an AFL life member next month.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 06:17:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Roger Federer will take on Jo-Wilfried Tsonga for a place in the Australian Open men's final.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:57:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Serena and Venus Williams have won their fourth Australian Open women's doubles title.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:55:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian snowboarder Torah Bright's Winter Olympics preparations remain on track despite injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:16:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Brisbane star Israel Folau has topped the public vote for the star-studded NRL All Stars side.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 02:44:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Olympic medal hope Bright hospitalised</title>
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      <description>Australian gold medal hope Torah Bright's Winter Olympic preparations are under threat after a concussion.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Brisbane Roar are set to tear up the contract of disgruntled former Socceroo Danny Tiatto.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:37:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian golfer Robert Allenby has had a top day on the US PGA Tour event at Torrey Pines.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:17:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Evander Holyfield's scheduled fight against Francois Botha in Uganda has been called off.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 23:00:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Man to be charged after tennis scare</title>
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      <description>A man will be charged by police after invading the court at an Australian Open semi-final.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 22:37:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia's Jamie Dwyer was among the scorers as the Kookaburras crushed Korea 5-1.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:21:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tim Smith comeback on track at Broncos</title>
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      <description>Playmaker Tim Smith looks a strong prospect to play regularly with Brisbane this NRL season.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:19:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cricketer Andrew Flintoff has dampened speculation he is hoping to make a Test return for England.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:06:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Queensland will meet the Crusaders in a Super 14 trial match, with the Reds locked in a front-row battle.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:04:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tour of Poland to visit Auschwitz</title>
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      <description>A key stage of the Tour of Poland cycling tournament is set to start from Auschwitz.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:15:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Wilkinson extends French sojourn</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/29/Wilkinson_extends_French_sojourn_422383.html</link>
      <description>England international fly-half Jonny Wilkinson has extended his contract with French side Toulon.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:06:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NRL All Stars announced today</title>
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      <description>The NRL All Stars team is due to be named after voting finished last night.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:03:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia vice-captain Michael Clarke says the team won't go easy against Pakistan in the fourth one-dayer.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:55:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Thompson set to miss GC United clash</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/29/Thompson_set_to_miss_GC_United_clash_422380.html</link>
      <description>Melbourne Victory's Archie Thompson looks set to miss the A-League quasi-final with Gold Coast United.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:52:50 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/29/Thompson_set_to_miss_GC_United_clash_422380.html</guid>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Kookaburras_crush_Korea_5-1_422347.html</link>
      <description>The Kookaburras have beaten Korea 5-1 in Hobart in the first of a three-Test series.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:51:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Coloured ball always worked, says Katich</title>
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      <description>Simon Katich says he's surprised CA didn't persevere with an orange ball used when he started his career.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:29:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Alonso has high hopes for 2010</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Alonso_has_high_hopes_for_2010_422342.html</link>
      <description>Fernando Alonso says he is confident Ferrari has the machinery to challenge for this year's F1 title.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:10:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>FA to probe attack on Bellamy in derby</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/FA_to_probe_attack_on_Bellamy_in_derby_422339.html</link>
      <description>Man United could face disciplinary action after a bottle of cider and a coin were hurled at Craig Bellamy.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:58:24 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/FA_to_probe_attack_on_Bellamy_in_derby_422339.html</guid>
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      <title>Great Scot -Murray through to final</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Murray_wins_through_to_Open_final_422337.html</link>
      <description>Andy Murray has advanced to the Australian Open final with a four-set win over Croatian Marin Cilic.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:54:29 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Murray_wins_through_to_Open_final_422337.html</guid>
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      <title>Vidmar unfazed by Owusu trial</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Vidmar_unfazed_by_Owusu_trial_422335.html</link>
      <description>Aurelio Vidmar has hinted Lloyd Owusu may still be in Adelaide's plans if he returns from a trial in China.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:16:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Vidmar_unfazed_by_Owusu_trial_422335.html</guid>
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      <title>Training run leaves Broncos bloodied</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Training_run_leaves_Broncos_bloodied_422332.html</link>
      <description>Two Brisbane Broncos players have required medical attention during a pre-season training camp.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:12:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Training_run_leaves_Broncos_bloodied_422332.html</guid>
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      <title>Tim Smith comeback on track at Broncos</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Tim_Smith_comeback_on_track_at_Broncos_422328.html</link>
      <description>Brisbane coach Ivan Henjak says he is impressed with Tim Smith's form during pre-season training.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:14:45 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Tim_Smith_comeback_on_track_at_Broncos_422328.html</guid>
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      <title>Legendary trainer Hanlon passes away</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Legendary_trainer_Hanlon_passes_away_422309.html</link>
      <description>George Hanlon who trained three Melbourne Cup winners has passed away, aged 92.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 08:33:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Legendary_trainer_Hanlon_passes_away_422309.html</guid>
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      <title>Duncan shines as Spurs snap form slide</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Duncan_shines_as_Spurs_snap_form_slide_422292.html</link>
      <description>Tim Duncan grabbed a career-high 27 rebounds as San Antonio beat Atlanta 105-90 in the NBA</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 07:57:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>McKenzie facing front row headache</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/McKenzie_facing_front_row_headache_422290.html</link>
      <description>Qld coach Ewen McKenzie is focused on settling his front row before the Reds' clash with the Crusaders.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 07:18:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>FIFA hits out at negative publicity</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/FIFA_hits_out_at_negative_publicity_422287.html</link>
      <description>FIFA has hit out at the negative publicity that continues to surround the build-up to the World Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 07:07:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/I_was_given_nothing_says_Yousuf_422279.html</link>
      <description>Pakistan skipper Mohammad Yousuf claims his team was going 'nowhere' when he was handed the reins.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:55:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Henin sets up dream final with Williams</title>
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      <description>Justine Henin will take on defending champion Serena Williams in a dream Australian Open final.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:44:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Henin_sets_up_dream_final_with_Williams_422275.html</guid>
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      <title>Cahill still getting better, says Moyes</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Cahill_still_getting_better_says_Moyes_422272.html</link>
      <description>Everton manager David Moyes says Tim Cahill has taken his game to a new level.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:28:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Mohammad Yousuf says Pakistan will fight for pride in the fourth one-dayer at the WACA against Australia.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:23:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/McPhee_allocated_to_WAFL_side_Claremont_422264.html</link>
      <description>Adam McPhee has been allocated to Claremont as part of Fremantle alignment to the WAFL competition.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:16:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Sydney_not_focused_on_Tiatto_drama_422258.html</link>
      <description>Sydney has refused to be drawn into the drama involving Danny Tiatto as it prepares to play Brisbane.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 05:53:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Kimmorley_pushes_for_big_start_to_season_422254.html</link>
      <description>A contract extension for Bulldogs halfback Brett Kimmorley will depend on his form and fitness in 2010.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 05:33:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Kimmorley_pushes_for_big_start_to_season_422254.html</guid>
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      <description>Serena Williams has beaten China's Li Na 7-6 (7-4) 7-6 (7-1) to advance to the Australian Open final.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 05:30:28 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Serena_through_to_Australian_Open_final_422253.html</guid>
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      <description>Berrick Barnes has been given the No 10 jersey for the Waratahs in their upcoming clash against Fiji.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 01:24:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Chelsea_thump_Birmingham_City_422132.html</link>
      <description>Chelsea are back to the top of the English Premier League with a 3-0 victory over Birmingham City.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:39:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Rooney_slaps_down_noisy_neighbours_422108.html</link>
      <description>Manchester United has defeated local rivals Manchester City 3-1 in a hard fought tussle at Old Trafford.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 23:29:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Wizards point guard Gilbert Arenas will spend the rest of the season suspended following a felony charge.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:17:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Phil Mickelson will take a break from golf to spend more time with his family and recently ill wife.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:07:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Gerrard_confident_of_Liverpool_comeback_422056.html</link>
      <description>Steven Gerrard is confident Liverpool has 'turned the corner' after its recent Premier League form slump.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:50:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Melbourne Storm player Kevin Proctor has been fined $4000 following a drunken night out last month.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:40:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/28/Wales_look_to_target_English_front_row_422037.html</link>
      <description>Wales looks set to target the inexperienced English front row in next week's Six Nations opener.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:34:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Novak Djokovic has blamed a stomach bug for his quarter-final defeat to Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:31:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Andrew Hore will take over from Rodney So'oialo as the captain of the Hurricanes in the Super 14 this year.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:26:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Man Utd's Wayne Rooney believes his team can once again achieve the Champions and Premier League double.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:11:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The New Zealand Breakers have continued their resurgence defeating the Townsville Crocodiles 91-86.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 20:49:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>WBA Champion David Haye believes he will have to step up another gear to defeat John Ruiz this spring.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:01:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Leeds coach Brian McClennan says he has no hesitation in throwing Greg Eastwood straight into their line-up.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:54:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Wendell Sailor believes it is unlikely that Lote Tuqiri will stay on with English rugby side Leicester.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:54:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Gold Coast United are sweating on the fitness of star striker Shane Smeltz who is suffering from a virus.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:54:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Former South African coach Mickey Arthur said differences with the board led to his resignation.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:54:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has beaten Novak Djokovic in a thrilling five set match to book a semi final berth.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:01:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia is hopeful Peter Siddle will be fit for the fourth ODI match against Pakistan at the WACA.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:24:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Zaheer Khan has taken 7-87 as India defeated Bangladesh by 10 wickets in the second and final Test.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:00:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hodge ton sets up Victoria win</title>
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      <description>Brad Hodge smashed 139 as Victoria beat Tasmania by 20 runs in their domestic one-day match.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:54:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Liverpool players struggled to assert their authority in their Champions League loss against Wolverhampton.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:42:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Schumacher could extend F1 comeback</title>
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      <description>Michael Schumacher may extend his F1 comeback beyond his current three-year contract with Mercedes.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:00:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Proctor to have alcohol counseling</title>
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      <description>Melbourne Storm's Kevin Proctor has been fined for behaving in a disorderly manner.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:55:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Richmond's Foley suffers setback</title>
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      <description>Richmond midfielder Nathan Foley is in doubt for the start of the AFL season because of an ankle injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:47:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hagan to assist Meninga</title>
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      <description>Michael Hagan will assist the Maroons after being named assistant coach to Mal Meninga.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:43:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Hagan_to_assist_Meninga_421933.html</guid>
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      <description>Wayne Bennett has questioned the need for an independent commission to run Rugby League.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:52:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Dell backs possible Mason move north</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Dell_backs_possible_Mason_move_north_421911.html</link>
      <description>Wendell Sailor says Willie Mason would prove a revelation for any NRL club which signs him.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:48:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fed-Express rolls past Davydenko</title>
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      <description>Roger Federer is through to the Australian Open semi-finals after downing Russia's Nikolay Davydenko.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:14:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mancini confirms Robinho loan talks</title>
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      <description>Manchester City has confirmed negotiations to loan Robinho to one of two Brazilian clubs are underway.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:17:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Defending champion Serena into Semis</title>
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      <description>Serena Williams has advanced to the Australian Open semi-finals after beating Victoria Azarenka.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:14:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rabbitoh Ross ready to prove a point</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Rabbitoh_Ross_ready_to_prove_a_point_421832.html</link>
      <description>Sth Sydney recruit Ben Ross is positive he will get the all-clear from a neck injury he suffered last year.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:10:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>New fullback Hynes to help Chambers</title>
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      <description>New Qld Reds fullback Peter Hynes will aid NRL-convert Will Chambers in learning Rugby Union.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:00:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>No sympathy for under-pressure Yousuf</title>
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      <description>Brad Haddin says Australia has little sympathy for under pressure Pakistan captain Mohammad Yousuf.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:54:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Roos stars cleared of serious injury</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Roos_stars_cleared_of_serious_injury_421820.html</link>
      <description>Nth Melbourne stars David Hale and Jack Ziebell have been cleared of serious training session injuries.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:41:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Marcus North says he will use the remainder of Western Australia's domestic season to cement his Test spot.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:30:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Soward_ready_to_earn_contract_421816.html</link>
      <description>St George Illawarra's Jamie Soward isn't expecting to have a new contract handed to him for his 2009 form.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:26:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Force_maul_Sharks_26-0_in_Cape_Town_421778.html</link>
      <description>The Western Force have ended their tour of South Africa with a 26-0 triumph over the Sharks in Cape Town.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 04:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Venus_Williams_out_of_Australian_Open_421749.html</link>
      <description>China's Li Na has beaten Venus Williams 2-6, 7-6 (4), 7-5 in the quarterfinal at the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:14:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Guerrero_grounded_through_fear_of_flying_421740.html</link>
      <description>Hamburg striker Paolo Guerrero has not returned to the Bundesliga club because of his fear of flying.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:51:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Force take bite out of Sharks</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Force_take_bite_out_of_Sharks_421738.html</link>
      <description>The Western Force scored a  26-0 win in a Super 14 pre-season clash with the Sharks at Newlands.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:51:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Giteau_in_doubt_for_Force_grudge_match_421737.html</link>
      <description>Matt Giteau is in doubt for the Brumbies' Super 14 opener against the Western Force, due to a quad strain.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:51:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Guerrero_grounded_through_fear_of_flying_421734.html</link>
      <description>Hamburg striker Paolo Guerrero has not returned to the Bundesliga club because of his fear of flying.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:51:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Giteau in doubt for Force grudge match</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Giteau_in_doubt_for_Force_grudge_match_421733.html</link>
      <description>Matt Giteau is in doubt for the Brumbies' Super 14 opener against the Western Force, due to a quad strain.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:51:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Berrick Barnes has been handed the playmaking role for his NSW Waratahs debut against Fiji.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:51:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Berrick Barnes has been handed the playmaking role for his NSW Waratahs debut against Fiji.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:51:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Wellington Phoenix coach Ricki Herbert is aiming for a home final despite a loss to Victory.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:36:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>World Tennis No.2 Rafael Nadal faces a nervous wait to learn the extent of his knee injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:35:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Tottenham retained their place in the Premier League's top four with a 2-0 win over Fulham.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:37:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rio Ferdinand is facing a three-match ban after a violent conduct charge by the Football Association.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:19:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Elin_visits_Tiger_in_sex_rehab_-_reports_421682.html</link>
      <description>Gossip websites report Elin Nordegren visited Tiger Woods at a sex addiction clinic.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:19:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Fulton_wants_Mason_at_Manly_421677.html</link>
      <description>Rugby League great Bob Fulton says forward Willie Mason would be an exceptional buy for Manly.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:12:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Portsmouth's transfer embargo has been lifted by the English Premier League.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:12:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Danny Webber notched his first Premier League goal for the club in a 1-1 draw with West Ham.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:12:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rafael Benitez watched Liverpool fail to break down a resolute Wolves defence at Molineux.</description>
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      <description>Tottenham retained their place in the Premier League's top four with a 2-0 win over Fulham.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:12:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Parramatta prop Fuifui Moimoi has agreed to a two-year contract extension.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:12:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>AS Roma beat 10-man Catania 1-0 to reach the Italian Cup semi-finals.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 23:00:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>F1 newcomer Campos Meta brushed off suggestions it won't be ready to compete in the Bahrain Grand Prix.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:58:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Russian gold medal winners at the winter Olympics will be rewarded with $100,000 and other prizes.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:58:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>David Haye will defend his WBA world heavyweight title against John Ruiz in Manchester on April 3.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:09:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Shane Watson and Doug Bollinger will be rested for the remainder of Australia's series against Pakistan.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:08:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo has received a two-match suspension for a red card playing Malaga.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:08:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>German speedskater Claudia Pechstein has been ruled out the Vancouver  Olympics after a doping ban.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:08:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Lleyton Hewitt will return to the world's top 20 after his run to the last 16 of the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:57:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Davydenko's game plan to stop Federer</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/27/Davydenkos_game_plan_to_stop_Federer_421611.html</link>
      <description>Russian Nikolay Davydenko says he will be the underdog in his match against Roger Federer.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:55:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Venus and Serena Williams will each hope to qualify for their 18th grand slam semi-final on Wednesday.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:51:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/26/Brits_ban_3200__fans_from_World_Cup_421548.html</link>
      <description>The British govt will prevent 3,200 banned football fans from travelling to Sth Africa for the World Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:35:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Ricciardo named Red Bull reserve driver</title>
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      <description>Daniel Ricciardo will be a reserve driver for Red Bull and sister team Toro Rosso in 2010.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:22:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Murray through as Nadal injured</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/26/Murray_through_as_Nadal_injured_421545.html</link>
      <description>Rafael Nadal withdrew from the Australian Open quarter-final match with Andy Murray due to a knee injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:57:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rosberg wants to dominate Schumacher</title>
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      <description>Nico Rosberg says he is not prepared to play second fiddle to Michael Schumacher.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:49:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The 2011 Tour de France will start in the Atlantic coast department of the Vendee.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:43:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Failure fear to drive Man Utd - Evans</title>
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      <description>Jonny Evans is adamant the fear of failure will drive Manchester United towards greater success.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:24:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Australia crush Pakistan</title>
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      <description>A domineering Australian side have celebrated Australia Day with a 40-run defeat of Pakistan.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:19:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Woods will be even better - Gore</title>
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      <description>NZ Open hopeful Jason Gore is confident Tiger Woods will return to golf as a better player.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:28:28 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rugby farewells Bill McLaren</title>
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      <description>Mourners have lined the streets to pay their last respects to veteran rugby commentator Bill McLaren.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:24:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Sidko thrown out of Olympic team</title>
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      <description>Nordic skier Alena Sidko has been thrown out of Russia's Olympic team after testing positive for EPO.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:05:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Victory fly past Phoenix</title>
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      <description>Melbourne Victory have thrashed Wellington Phoenix in a 4-0 home win.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:09:28 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Cilic withstands Roddick comeback</title>
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      <description>Marin Cilic has eliminated Andy Roddick  7-6  (7-4) 6-4 3-6 2-6 6-3 at the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:07:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia made 6-286 against Pakistan in their one-day international at Adelaide Oval.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 07:25:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>South Australia has won a tense three-wicket victory over the Blues in their one-day match in Wollongong.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 06:52:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Justine Henin has triumphed 7-6 (7-3) 7-5 against Russian No.19 seed Nadia Petrova.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 06:27:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Proteas coach Arthur resigns - reports</title>
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      <description>South Africa cricket coach Mickey Arthur has reportedly resigned.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 05:58:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Marin Cilic has won the first set against Andy Roddick in their Australian Open quarter-final.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 05:49:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Promising rugby player electrocuted</title>
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      <description>A promising Australian rugby union player died after being electrocuted on a railway line in England.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 05:08:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>NZ cricketer Chris Cairns has lodged a libel claim with the High Court in London against Lalit Modi.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:42:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>FIFA president Sepp Blatter is indicating that only European bids may be considered for the 2018 World Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:37:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jamie Dwyer says the Kookaburras have no concerns about visiting India.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:33:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/26/Sterjovski_to_weigh_up_China_offer_421419.html</link>
      <description>Perth Glory's Mile Sterjovski has received an offer to join Chinese Super League outfit Shandong Luneng.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:29:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Steve Borthwick will retain the England captaincy for the Six Nations Championship opener against Wales.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:16:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Geelong's Mitch Brown will have leg surgery this week and is hopeful of resuming running soon.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:12:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia have won the toss and elected to bat against Pakistan in their third one-day at the Adelaide Oval.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 03:18:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Justine Henin is through to the Australian Open semi-final defeating Nadia Petrova 7-6 (7-3) 7-5.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 02:22:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Kurt Fearnley has claimed his sixth straight OzDay 10km wheelchair title in Sydney.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:50:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Action at Melbourne Park is underway with Justine Henin taking on Nadia Petrova in a quarter-final match.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:56:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Matthew Hayden has been honoured in the Australia Day awards for his charity work.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:29:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Two-time champions Nigeria has beaten Zambia 5-4 on penalties to progress in the African Cup of Nations.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:59:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Matt Dunning is available for the start of the Super 14 season after escaping a suspension for punching.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:44:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Melbourne Victory will be out for top spot when they face Wellington at Etihad Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:14:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rafael Nadal will face arguably the tournament's form player in Britain's Andy Murray in the quarter-finals.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:06:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Nathan Bracken is aiming to reignite his career in today's clash between NSW and South Australia.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:54:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Ronaldo's temper is still getting the better of him and it could prove costly for Real Madrid's title hopes.</description>
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      <description>Paraguay striker Salvador Cabanas is in a critical condition after being shot in the head in Mexico City.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:46:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Egypt is into the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations after beating Cameroon 3-1 in Angola.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:26:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Heavyweight boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko will defend his multiple titles against Eddie Chambers.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:46:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>NRL convert Karmichael Hunt is expected to be thrown straight into action when he returns from France.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:34:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sydney FC striker John Aloisi has been cleared of any injury to his hamstring.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:13:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>In-form batsman Cameron White says he still has plenty to offer as an all-rounder.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:57:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>ARU boss John O'Neill says it's unlikely he will relax the contract rules for new Super 14 team the Rebels.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:52:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sachin Tendulkar hit his 45th Test century as India reached 5-459 at stumps on Day 2 against Bangladesh.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:36:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sydney FC has been dealt an injury blow with Mark Bridges to miss a month with a toe tendon injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:01:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>CA CEO James Sutherland admits he's powerless to prevent players taking part in the upcoming IPL.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:56:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Roger Federer has dealt Lleyton Hewitt his worst-ever Australian Open defeat to move into the quarter-final.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:12:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Ryan Harris has been added to the Australian ODI squad as cover for sore paceman Peter Siddle.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:54:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Robbie Deans has been confirmed as Wallabies coach until the 2011 World Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:46:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Wallabies have unveiled their new jersey, which claims to be 'virtually indestructible'.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:07:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Lee Holdsworth has extended his deal with Garry Rodgers Motorsport until the end of the 2011 season.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:51:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>West Coast has outlined plans to stop Brisbane's forward line ahead of their round one AFL clash.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:36:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Pakistan Cricket Board says it will strip Mohammad Yousuf as captain after the Australian tour.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:23:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>World No.1 Serena Williams has ended Samantha Stosur's Australian Open campaign.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:37:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Nikolay Davydenko is into the Australian Open quarter final after a five set win over Fernando Verdasco.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 07:10:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Novak Djokovic is through to the Australian Open quarter finals after a straight sets win over Lucasz Kubot.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 07:01:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>New Super Rugby franchise Melbourne has targeted NRL star Manu Vatuvei as a recruitment target.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:52:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Melbourne Rebels will meet with former NRL star Mark Gasnier during a recruitment tour of Europe.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:24:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sixth seed Venus Williams will play 16th seed Na Li in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:18:28 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Essendon coach Matthew Knights says he wants to cement the club's new forward line in trial matches.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 05:37:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cricket Australia will trial a new pink ball with the aim of using it for day-night matches.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 05:28:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Nth Qld Fury say marquee signing Robbie Fowler remains committed to honouring his contract.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 05:18:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Melbourne coach Ernie Merrick says he plans to change his midfield for the Victory's clash with Wellington.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 05:09:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The New Orleans Saints will meet the Indianapolis Colts after qualifying for their first Superbowl.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:49:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Venus Williams is into the quarter-finals with a hard fought 3-6 6-2 6-1 win over Francesca Schiavone.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 03:26:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>NZ cricket selectors have included two new faces in their one-day international and Twenty20 squads.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:49:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Ivory Coast is out of the Africa Cup of Nations after going down 3-2 to Algeria in Cabinda.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:16:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>India remain in a commanding position in the second test against Bangladesh in Dhaka.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 23:45:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Cleveland Cavaliers have snatched a thrilling 100-99 NBA victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 22:59:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Dinara Safina is looking at an extended time off the court after a back injury continues to hamper her play.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 22:49:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Lleyton Hewitt and Sam Stosur will both take on the top seeds  today in the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 21:19:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Arsenal have been knocked out of the FA after going down to Stoke City 3-1 in the fourth round.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 21:12:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>German Martin Kaymer has won the European Tour's Abu Dhabi Championship for the second time.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:48:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>North Queensland is to hold crisis talks with Robbie Fowler in a bid to keep the star at the club.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:36:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Australian cricket team fly to Adelaide today following last night's 140-run win over Pakistan.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:30:03 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Two-time champions Munster will meet arch foe the Saints for the eighth consecutive time in the last round.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:26:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>St Helens winger Francis Meli has been granted compassionate leave to return home to New Zealand.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:26:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Andy Roddick is through to the Open's quarter-finals, beating Fernando Gonzalez 6-3 3-6 4-6 7-5 6-2.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 14:36:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Russian Nadia Petrova has grabbed her second big win at the Australian Open, defeating Svetlana Kuznetsova.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 11:30:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Second seed Dinara Safina has retired from her fourth round match at the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 11:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Henin all class in march to quarters</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/24/Henin_all_class_in_march_to_quarters_420829.html</link>
      <description>Justine Henin's remarkable run through the Australian Open has continued with a win over Yanina Wickmayer.</description>
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      <description>Croatian Marin Cilic has produced one of the upsets of theAustralian Open to dump Juan Martin del Potro.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 10:38:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>A leaner, sharper Lance Armstrong is determined to win his eighth Tour de France this year.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 08:25:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sydney FC has come from behind to reclaim top spot in the A-League with a 3-1 win over Newcastle.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 08:19:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia has taken a two-nil lead in their series against Pakistan, scoring a crushing 140-run win.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 07:44:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Lleyton Hewitt is confident he can break his losing streak against Roger Federer in their next match.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 07:17:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Melbourne Rebels representatives will go to Europe for a meeting with former NRL star Mark Gasnier.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 07:00:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>SA captain Graham Manou says his side will learn after the loss of the domestic Twenty20 final.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 06:56:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Chris Sutton has won the sixth stage of the Tour Down Under; Andre Greipel has claimed the overall title.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 05:59:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Defending champion Rafael Nadal has moved into the quarter-finals of the Aust Open defeating Ivo Karlovic.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 05:42:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Dunning faces judiciary after Force loss</title>
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      <description>Prop Matt Dunning will face a judiciary after being sent off during his debut for the Western Force</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:42:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>North Queensland Fury will hold a crisis meeting tomorrow with marquee man Robbie Fowler.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:39:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Newcastle coach Branko Culina is hoping the Jets can give him a win against his old club Sydney FC.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 03:11:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Andy Murray has advanced to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open beating John Isner 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 6-2.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 02:55:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Germany's Martin Kaymer will take a one shot lead into the final round of the Abu Dhabi Championship.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 02:34:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Barcelona cruise in Valladolid</title>
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      <description>Barcelona moved eight points clear at the Primera Division summit courtesy of a 3-0 win at Real Valladolid.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 02:19:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Chelsea remain on course for their third English FA Cup in four seasons after a 2-0 victory at Preston.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 01:31:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Robbie Fowler's future at North Queensland Fury is in the balance after he refused to sit on the bench.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 23:33:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hewitt ready to face Fed</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/24/Hewitt_ready_to_face_Fed_420643.html</link>
      <description>Lleyton Hewitt believes he is in perfect shape to upset Roger Federer in the last 16 of the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 21:29:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jermaine Beckford has scored for Leeds in injury time to draw 2-2 with Tottenham in the FA Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 20:39:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rooney's four sink Hull</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/24/Rooneys_four_sink_Hull_420634.html</link>
      <description>Wayne Rooney scored four times as Manchester United beat Hull City 4-0 at Old Trafford.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 20:11:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Perth Wildcats have beaten the Melbourne Tigers 94-78 at Challenge Stadium in Perth.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:54:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/24/Tuqiris_Leicester_bow_out_of_cup_420618.html</link>
      <description>Lote Tuqiri couldn't help Leicester as they went down to Ospreys 17-12 in the Heineken Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:49:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/24/Soliola_finds_his_feet_at_the_Saints_420617.html</link>
      <description>Sia Soliola scores his second try in four days as his looks to reignite his career with St Helens.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:42:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Eagleton suffers injury setback</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/24/Eagleton_suffers_injury_setback_420616.html</link>
      <description>Western Bulldogs midfielder Nathan Eagleton has injured his knee and will miss the entire NAB Cup campaign.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:42:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/23/Fury_and_Roar_play_out_draw_420573.html</link>
      <description>A 1-1 draw between North Qld and Brisbane has been overshadowed by no-show striker Robbie Fowler.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 12:20:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/23/Reds_pip_the_Waratahs_in_trial_match_420557.html</link>
      <description>Queensland have squeezed out a dramatic 26-24 trial win over Super 14 arch rivals NSW.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:48:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Victoria has trounced the Redbacks by 48 runs to claim the KFC Twenty20 big bash final in Adelaide.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:46:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tsonga delivers knockout blow to Haas</title>
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      <description>Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has defeated German Tommy Haas to progress in the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:08:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian cyclist Cadel Evans has finished fourth in the fifth stage of the Tour Down Under.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:05:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/23/Victory_go_top_with_a_2-0_win_420551.html</link>
      <description>Melbourne Victory has climbed back to the top of the A-League ladder, defeating Adelaide United 2-0.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 10:19:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/23/Hewitt_shifts_his_focus_to_Federer_420548.html</link>
      <description>Lleyton Hewitt has advanced to the next round of the Australian Open where he will take on Rodger Federer.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 10:15:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/23/Stanley_out_of_the_World_Club_Challenge_420504.html</link>
      <description>Storm's Chase Stanley has been ruled out of the Gillette World Club Challenge against Leeds Rhinos.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 06:48:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Highlanders overcame a sizeable early deficit to beat the Chiefs 31-24 in a Super 14 pre-season fixture.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 06:38:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia's Casey Dellacqua has crashed out of the Australian Open, falling victim to Venus Williams.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 06:35:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Wellington Phoenix coach and captain have blasted the level of refereeing in the A-League.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 06:25:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Lance Armstrong's row with Alberto Contador is 'healthy' for cycling, says the sport's chief.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 06:22:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Former Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic has defeated Uzbekistan's Denis Istomin 6-1 6-1 6-2.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 06:20:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Russian Nikolay Davydenko has advanced to the next round of the Australian Open crushing Juan Monaco.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 06:17:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Russian Nikolay Davydenko has advanced to the next round of the Australian Open crushing Denis Istomin.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 04:26:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sam Kekovich has been criticised by animal activists for appearing in a 'eat more lamb' campaign.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 04:17:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian cricket is mourning the death of Betty Wilson, the country's greatest women's player, aged 88.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 04:17:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Ricky Ponting is expecting Michael Clarke to play against Pakistan despite a blow to the ribs.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 04:12:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>World No.1 Roger Federer was largely untroubled in beating Spanish No.31 seed Albert Montanes 6-3 6-4 6-4.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 04:09:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Newcastle Jets have re-signed 23-year-old midfielder Adam D'Apuzzo for another 12 months.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 03:01:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien will be out of action for up to six weeks with a knee injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 03:01:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia's Sam Stosur has outclassed Italian Alberta Brianti 6-4 6-1 in just 72 minutes at Rod Laver Arena.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 02:40:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has ordered Carlos Tevez to refocus after his spat with Gary Neville.</description>
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      <description>Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ijaz Butt says Pakistan will appoint a new captain at the end of their tour.</description>
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      <description>Riders tackle the tough Willunga Hill in the decisive fifth stage of the Tour Down Under.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 00:10:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Adelaide Utd will look to break their hoodoo against the Victory when they play in Melbourne tonight.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 23:55:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cameron White's match winning 105 off 88 against Pakistan was a career best for the all-rounder.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 23:41:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>A shocked Kim Clijsters has struggled to account for her humiliating loss to Nadia Petrova.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 23:26:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian Rick Kulacz tops the leaderboard after round two of the $A2.35m Abu Dhabi Golf Championship.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:00:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Andrew Welsh says he is looking forward to the 2010 season after signing a two year deal with Essendon.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:45:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Lleyton Hewitt, Samantha Stosur and Casey Dellacqua will fly the Aussie flag at the Australian Open today.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:22:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>SA will be vying to win their first domestic title for 13 years in tonight's Twenty20 final.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:22:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Townsville Crocodiles clipped the Wollongong Hawks 73-59 at the Townsville Entertainment Centre.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:20:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rob Quiney is hoping to open the batting for Victoria in tonight's Twenty20 Big Bash final against SA.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:19:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Blues recruit Serge Lilo says he's looking forward to playing against his old team, the Hurricanes.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:08:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Queensland Roar square off against North Queensland Fury in a do or die local derby tonight.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:08:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Storm's Chase Stanley has been ruled out of the Gillette World Club Challenge against Leeds Rhinos.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:06:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Melbourne Storm's Chase Stanley ruled out of the Gillette World Club Challenge against Leeds.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rob Quiney wants to open the batting for Victoria in today's KFC Twenty20 Big Bash final in Adelaide.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:54:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Despite constant reports local boy Andrew Welsh said he never intended to leave Essendon.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Eugene Dadi endured a nightmare homecoming as Perth Glory notched a 2-0 win over Wellington Phoenix.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:07:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian Open defending champion Rafael Nadal has triumphed in a slugfest with Philipp Kohlschreiber.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:38:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cameron White has powered Australia to a five-wicket victory over Pakistan at the Gabba.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:21:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Central Coast fought back to rescue a point against A-League leaders Gold Coast United, drawing 1-1.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:07:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Juan Martin del Potro is into the fourth round of the Australian Open, defeating Florient Mayer.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Belgian Kim Clijsters' Australian Open campaign has ended, thrashed by Russian Nadia Petrova 6-0 6-1.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:21:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Greipel wins Tour's fourth stage</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/22/Greipel_wins_Tours_fourth_stage_420211.html</link>
      <description>German sprint ace Andre Greipel has won the fourth stage of the Tour Down Under.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:21:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Dale Begg-Smith has continued his run of strong form, finishing second at a World Cup moguls event.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 06:54:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Murray cruises through to next round</title>
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      <description>Andy Murray is through to fourth round of the Australian Open after a third straight sets victory.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 06:51:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Roosters train in Panthers territory</title>
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      <description>The Roosters have braved scorching conditions in Penrith for a coaching clinic with local kids.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 06:47:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>'It's our time', says Manou</title>
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      <description>South Australia captain Graham Manou hopes the Big Bash final will prove a turning point for his side.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 06:06:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Paul Roos says there is a lot of excitement in the Sydney Swans camp leading up to the NAB Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 05:50:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/22/Mauger_to_quit_Leicester_return_to_NZ_420177.html</link>
      <description>Former All Blacks halfback Aaron Mauger is quitting English champion Leicester to return to NZ.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 05:46:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sydney FC striker Alex Brosque will return from injury against the dangerous Newcastle Jets.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 05:42:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Andy Roddick is through to the fourth round of the Australian Open after a tough win over Feliciano Lopez.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 05:27:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Justine Henin has marched into the Australian Open fourth round, fighting back from a set and a break down.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 04:59:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/22/Jankovic_crumbles_but_Safina_hits_straps_420144.html</link>
      <description>Jelena Jankovic has bowed out of the Australian Open but Dinara Safina is through to the fourth round.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 03:28:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jelena Dokic has been left out of Australia's Fed Cup tennis team to play Spain next month in Adelaide.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:09:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian Casey Dellacqua is into the third round of the Australian Open where she'll face Venus Williams.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:04:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The wind could be a big factor in today's fourth stage of the Tour Down Under.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 23:46:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>After a series of negotiations the V8 Supercars event at Queensland Raceway has been retained.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 23:46:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>John Howard could be nominated by CA as its candidate for the presidency of the ICC.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:55:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cameroon came from behind twice to draw 2-2 with Tunisia and reach the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:35:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Ricky Pointing believed Pakistan's one-day team are a better side than their inexperienced Test outfit.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:47:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Bulldogs youngster Christian Howard will have to work his way through the VFL before making his AFL debut.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:49:03 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Redbacks' captain Graham Manou has questioned David Hussey's sportsmanship ahead of the KFC Big Bash final.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:37:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Wellington striker Eugene Dadi believes he could have produced for Perth, had he been given the chance.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:37:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Reprieve for jumps racing</title>
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      <description>The Victorian jumps racing industry has won a qualified stay of execution.</description>
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      <description>Bradford new boy Glenn Hall admits Steve Menzies helped make up his mind to leave the NRL.</description>
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      <description>New Zealand has its first stadium ready for the 2011 Rugby World Cup with the completion of AMI Stadium.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:37:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Casey Dellacqua has put a horror year behind her to set up a third round meeting with Venus Williams.</description>
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      <description>Kirk Penney's efforts have helped the New Zealand Breakers to a win over the Adelaide's 36ers.</description>
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      <description>Ricky Ponting has defended the 50-over format on the eve of Australia's first One Day clash with Pakistan.</description>
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      <description>Roger Federer has progressed in the Australian Open after an easy win over Romania's Victor Hanescu.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:27:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Bernard Tomic faces sanctioning from the ITF and ATP following his attack on Australian Open officials.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 08:19:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Lleyton Hewitt has powered past American Donald Young in the second round of the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 07:39:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cadel Evans is shining at the Tour Down Under, finishing third in a brutally-hard stage three.</description>
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      <description>Marcos Baghdatis set-up a third-round clash with Lleyton Hewitt after overpowering David Ferrer.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:35:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Third seeded Serb Novak Djokovic is into the third round of the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:28:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian No.13 seed Samantha Stosur has advanced to the last 32 of the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:24:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Brownlow medalist and former Sydney Swans captain Paul Kelly has accepted a role with Team GWS.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:21:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australian snowboarder Nate Johnstone may miss the Winter Olympics after sustaining ankle injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:17:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Perth Glory skipper Jacob Burns is in doubt for Friday's crucial A-League clash with Wellington Phoenix.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:12:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>NRL All Stars coach Wayne Bennett is confident he'll have a side to match the Indigenous All Stars.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:10:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>English Rugby officials are alarmed at the increase in injuries picked up by players in the 2008-09 season.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:03:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Google has announced that YouTube will stream this year's Indian Premier League cricket matches live.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 05:59:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Justin Henin has admitted her second-round win over fifth seed Elena Dementieva was a close call.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 05:39:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Popular Serb Ana Ivanovic has been knocked out of the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 05:37:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Valentino Rossi has had a Test drive with Formula One team Ferrari.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 03:20:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tuqiri is settled at Leicester</title>
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      <description>Lote Tuqiri says he is settled at English rugby side Leicester and may not return to the NRL.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 02:44:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The RFU are alarmed after injury rate increases by 20%.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:18:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Gautam Gambhir scores a century against Bangladesh as India declare its second innings at 8-413.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:09:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Former US Open champion Geoff Ogilvy has urged exiled world No.1 Tiger Woods to make his return.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:59:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Dirk Kuyt's double earnt Liverpool a 2-0 victory over Tottenham.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:50:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Ten-goal thriller gets Villa to Wembley</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/21/Ten-goal_thriller_gets_Villa_to_Wembley_419698.html</link>
      <description>Aston Villa scored a remarkable 6-4 victory over Blackburn Rovers to book a place in the Carling Cup final.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:12:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Melbourne Tigers have won five in a row after beating ladder-leaders Perth 100-86 last night.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 22:40:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Former Australian batsman Damien Martyn is set to play in this year's Indian Premier League.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 21:56:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Six players from Huddersfield have been released on bail after being arrested on suspicion of rape.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 21:18:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Bernard Tomic has fallen just short of a stunning upset against Marin Cilic in a gruelling five-set match.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:16:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Fly-half Dan Parks has been recalled to the Scotland squad for the matches against France and Wales.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:46:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Geelong duo Joel Selwood and Gary Ablett are in contract negotiations with the club.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:46:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>'Voice of Rugby' Bill McLaren dies</title>
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      <description>Rugby union commentator Bill McLaren has died aged 86.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:15:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Andre Greipel has put his stamp on the 2010 Tour Down Under by claiming his second successive stage win.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:07:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Andrew McDonald expects Vic to be better prepared for Saturday's KFC Twenty20 Big Bash final against S.A.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:00:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australia's Department of Immigration and Citizenship fight back over Clive Palmer's racist slur.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:53:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Shaquille O'Neal has become the fifth player in NBA history to exceed 28,000 career points.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:49:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Andy Murray has breezed into the Australian Open third round after a straight sets win over Marc Giquel.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:06:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Juan Martin del Potro has defeated James Blake in a gruelling five set match at the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:16:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Justine Henin outclassed Dementieva 7-5 7-6 (8-6) in a 2 hour 50 minute encounter at Rod Laver Arena.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:12:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Younis Khan says he is hopeful of lifting Pakistan's spirits in the upcoming one-day international series.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:04:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Kiwi quick Shane Bond has been auctioned to IPL side Kolkata for the maximum price of US$750,000.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:43:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Kiwi quick Shane Bond has been auctioned to IPL side Kolkata for the maximum price of US$750,000.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:10:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Damien Martyn's cricket career has been revived after he was picked up by IPL club Rajasthan Royals.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:02:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hot-head Roddick cruises into final 32</title>
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      <description>Andy Roddick has had a run-in with an official as he cruised into the last 32 of the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 08:16:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Adelaide defender Iain Fyfe has escaped suspension after being incorrectly shown a red card against Perth.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 06:46:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Dual World Cup winner Karen Rolton has announced her retirement from international cricket.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 06:39:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>NBA star Andrew Bogut has moved to second behind Greg Norman as Australia's highest earning sport star.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 06:24:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rafael Nadal has moved into the third round of the Australian Open with a win over Lukas Lacko.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 05:55:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Blake Ferguson has been called up to the Indigenous All Stars team for injured Brisbane star Justin Hodges.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 04:35:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Carlos Tevez has struck twice against his former club as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 2-1.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 04:31:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Ling named new Cats skipper</title>
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      <description>Veteran midfielder Cameron Ling has been appointed as captain of defending AFL Premiers Geelong.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 04:00:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>David Hussey has warned the Victorians will be out for revenge against the Redbacks.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 03:39:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Brownlow medalist Paul Kelly has accepted a coaching role with Greater Western Sydney.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 03:28:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Svetlana Kuznetsova and Caroline Wozniacki have claimed easy wins at the Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 03:04:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>'My mind slipped away'- Molik</title>
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      <description>Alicia Molik concedes she let her concentration slip when she lost to Julie Coin at Rod Laver Arena.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:52:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>De la Rosa signs for BMW Sauber</title>
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      <description>Swiss Formula One team BMW Sauber has signed Spain's Pedro de la Rosa as its second driver.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:43:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The VW Golf has claimed Australia's longest-running motoring award, the Wheels magazine's car of the year.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:40:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>'Voice of rugby' dies aged 86</title>
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      <description>Legendary BBC rugby union commentator Bill McLaren has died aged 86.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 01:34:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fed fears me - Nikolay</title>
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      <description>Unheralded Russian world No.6 Nikolay Davydenko may be the biggest threat to top seed Roger Federer.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:03:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tomic out to lead Aussie charge</title>
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      <description>Bernard Tomic will take on Marin Cilic in the second round of the Australian Open tonight.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:44:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tiger will be back soon, says Garcia</title>
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      <description>Spain's Sergio Garcia says it won't be long before Tiger Woods returns to golf.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:04:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Greipel returns in style</title>
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      <description>German rider Andre Greipel has won the opening stage of the Tour Down Under.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:01:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Glory return fire</title>
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      <description>Perth Glory has enjoyed a courageous come-from-behind 3-2 victory against Adelaide Utd.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:59:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Sea Eagles bashed</title>
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      <description>Manly Sea Eagles Anthony Watmough and Steve Matai have allegedly been victims of an unprovoked attack.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:54:47 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/20/Sea_Eagles_bashed_419203.html</guid>
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      <title>Harvs' job no distraction</title>
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      <description>Fremantle captain Matthew Pavlich says speculation over coach Mark Harvey's future won't be a distraction.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:52:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Reds name extended squad</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/20/Reds_name_extended_squad_419200.html</link>
      <description>Reds coach Ewen McKenzie has named a 30-man squad ahead of Saturday's clash with the Waratahs.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:48:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bushrangers win big</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/20/Bushrangers_win_big_419198.html</link>
      <description>The Bushrangers chased down Queensland's first-innings total of 149 with seven balls to spare.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:44:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hewitt cruises, Molik loses</title>
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      <description>Lleyton Hewitt is into the second round at the Australian Open, but Alicia Molik has bowed out.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:40:29 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/20/Hewitt_cruises_Molik_loses_419196.html</guid>
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      <title>Leeds United upset Man Utd</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/04/Leeds_United_upset_Man_Utd_413560.html</link>
      <description>Leeds United has produced a major FA Cup upset by knocking Man United out of the competition.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 03 Jan 2010 18:23:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2010/01/04/Leeds_United_upset_Man_Utd_413560.html</guid>
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      <title>Van der Sar on compassionate leave</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/12/29/Van_der_Sar_on_compassionate_leave_411899.html</link>
      <description>Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar has been granted indefinite compassionate leave.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:45:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/12/29/Van_der_Sar_on_compassionate_leave_411899.html</guid>
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      <title>Iniesta agrees to extension</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/11/28/Iniesta_agrees_to_extension_399401.html</link>
      <description>Andres Iniesta has agreed to a one-year contract extension that keeps him at European champion Barcelona.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 22:42:42 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/11/28/Iniesta_agrees_to_extension_399401.html</guid>
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      <title>Wallabies coach poised to keep the faith</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/11/18/Wallabies_coach_poised_to_keep_the_faith_395637.html</link>
      <description>Wallabies coach Robbie Deans looks to have finally settled on his first-choice team for the 2011 World Cup.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:05:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/11/18/Wallabies_coach_poised_to_keep_the_faith_395637.html</guid>
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      <title>Rees' fight over NRL grand final</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/29/Rees_promises_fight_over_NRL_grand_final_388110.html</link>
      <description>Nathan Rees has promised Anna Bligh a 'fight to the death' over the hosting rights to the NRL grand final.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:18:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/29/Rees_promises_fight_over_NRL_grand_final_388110.html</guid>
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      <title>Fanning, Parkinson win as Wright stars</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/28/Fanning_Parkinson_win_as_Wright_stars_387586.html</link>
      <description>The men's world surfing title is on the verge of becoming an Australian two-man race.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:19:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/28/Fanning_Parkinson_win_as_Wright_stars_387586.html</guid>
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      <title>Moore doesn't rule out Roar coaching job</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/27/Moore_doesnt_rule_out_Roar_coaching_job_387402.html</link>
      <description>Brisbane Roar captain Craig Moore has not ruled out taking up a Roar coaching role.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 04:35:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>India's bowling and fielding coaches have been sacked after their 1st-round exit from the Champions Trophy.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:49:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Paul Rogers set to call it quits</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/16/Paul_Rogers_set_to_call_it_quits_383385.html</link>
      <description>Perth Wildcats centre Paul Rogers is expected to announce his retirement from the NBL.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:40:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/16/Paul_Rogers_set_to_call_it_quits_383385.html</guid>
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      <title>Leo William dies, age 68</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/15/Leo_William_dies_age_68_383343.html</link>
      <description>Former Australian Rugby Union and Rugby World Cup chairman Leo Williams has died at age 68.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:30:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/10/US_swimmer_Torres_to_undergo_surgery_381414.html</link>
      <description>US swimmer Dara Torres requires knee surgery which will keep him out of the water for up to a yea.r</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2009 01:10:05 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/10/10/US_swimmer_Torres_to_undergo_surgery_381414.html</guid>
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      <description>Aust has made a flawless start to the Netball World Series, winning both their games on the opening day.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:47:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Danny Cipriani and Tom Rees have both been ruled out of England's rugby Test series through injury.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 17:46:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/03/28/Crows_upset_Collingwood_316569.html</link>
      <description>Adelaide have upset Collingwood by four points in their round-one AFL match at the MCG.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 06:25:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Blues put on four unanswered tries in an inspired 22-minute period to post a 25-19 bonus-point victory over the Western Force.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:03:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Wayne Rooney could miss Sunday's FA Cup tie as Man U looks to make sure he's available for key league and European fixtures.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:29:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Japan's rugby association has suspended national side winger Christian Loamanu after he tested positive for marijuana.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:22:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Victoria has secured a berth in the domestic one-day final with a narrow four-wicket win over NSW at the MCG.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:19:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Porsche says one of its drivers was killed in a round-the-clock endurance test.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:07:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Victorian Premier John Brumby has led a minute's silence as the AFL staged a special bushfire benefit match.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:05:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Opener Brad Haddin has lifted Australia to 4-168 in the rain-shortened Chappell-Hadlee series decider against New Zealand.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:00:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Chappell-Hadlee one-day cricket decider has begun, despite fears play would be cancelled because of rain.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:29:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/13/Lee_edges_ahead_of_Webb_302590.html</link>
      <description>South Korean Lee Chang-Hee is the clubhouse leader at the Australian Open, displacing defending champion Karrie Webb.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:25:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Manly co-owner Scott Penn has confirmed the club is in the midst of a 'financial crisis'.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:02:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Breakers earn home final</title>
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      <description>The NZ Breakers have cemented a maiden home final next week, with a 103-69 win over the Cairns Taipans.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 04:26:03 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>An understrength Queensland Roar will try to hold onto a 2-goal lead, in its A-League semi-final against the Mariners tonight.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 01:32:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>All four Australian teams are in action this weekend, as the Super 14 season gets underway.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 01:23:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The AFL is hoping tonight's NAB Cup fixture will pull a big crowd, with the money from tickets going to the bushfire appeal.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 01:17:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Nathan Sharpe says the player group is closer than ever following the Super 14 club's drama-filled off-season.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 20:55:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Australians John Buchanan and Geoff Lawson are both front-runners to replace Peter Moores at the England cricket coach.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 20:48:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Fremantle's All-Australian midfielder Paul Hasleby is set to start his AFL comeback</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 20:39:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Newcastle police have cleared Knights centre Wes Naiqama of any wrongdoing after an incident at a Newcastle hotel.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 20:35:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Test prop Benn Robinson insists the overwhelming negativity surrounding the Waratahs' prospects in 2009 is completely unfounded.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:22:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Redbacks have named Mark Cosgrove as one of five changes for the Redbacks' game against Queensland.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:08:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jacques Rogge said Vancouver is laying the groundwork for a successful Winter Olympics.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:04:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cricket captain Ricky Ponting believes it will be difficult for Australia's stars to continue to play all three forms of the game.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:52:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The New Zealand Warriors have come away 24-12 winners over the Melbourne Storm in their NRL warm-up encounter.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 10:00:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Vancouver Winter Games on course</title>
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      <description>The International Olympic Committee president says Vancouver is laying the groundwork for a successful Winter Olympics.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:47:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Vancouver_Winter_Games_on_course_302364.html</guid>
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      <title>Webb holds comfortable Open lead</title>
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      <description>Karrie Webb will take a comfortable lead into the second round of the Women's Australian Open.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:52:33 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Webb_holds_comfortable_Open_lead_302319.html</guid>
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      <description>Adelaide United players dominate the A-League All-Star team named by Football Federation Australia.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:15:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Eamon Sullivan's coach says there'll be no records when the swimmer returns to competition in the NSW swimming championships.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:11:41 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Sullivan_to_test_himself_at_swim_titles_302290.html</guid>
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      <title>Armstrong's drug-test scheme canned</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Armstrongs_drug-test_scheme_canned_302288.html</link>
      <description>Lance Armstrong's plans for an independent drug-testing program have been scrapped because of impossible costs and logistics.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:06:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Armstrongs_drug-test_scheme_canned_302288.html</guid>
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      <title>Nadal rallies to advance at ABN Amro</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Nadal_rallies_to_advance_at_ABN_Amro_302286.html</link>
      <description>Rafael Nadal has rallied from a set down to beat Simone Bolelli of Italy and advance to the second round at the ABM Amro.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:04:30 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Nadal_rallies_to_advance_at_ABN_Amro_302286.html</guid>
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      <title>Webber driving again after leg fracture</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Webber_driving_again_after_leg_fracture_302276.html</link>
      <description>Mark Webber has made his return after recovered from a broken leg sustained less than three months ago.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:31:08 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Webber_driving_again_after_leg_fracture_302276.html</guid>
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      <title>Schumacher hospitalised after crash</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Schumacher_hospitalised_after_crash_302275.html</link>
      <description>Formula One champion Michael Schumacher was slightly injured on Wednesday in a motorcycle testing accident at a track in Spain.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:27:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Schumacher_hospitalised_after_crash_302275.html</guid>
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      <title>Spain ruins Beckham's party</title>
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      <description>David Beckham has equalled Bobby Moore's record of 108 England caps.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 02:30:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Spain_ruins_Beckhams_party_302252.html</guid>
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      <title>Qld thrash Victoria by 135 runs</title>
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      <description>Queensland have ripped the Victorian batting lineup to take top spot in the domestic one-day cricket competition.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 21:21:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Freo to rotate captaincy in pre-season</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Freo_to_rotate_captaincy_in_pre-season_302173.html</link>
      <description>Fremantle will rotate their captaincy throughout the pre-season competition.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 21:19:16 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Freo_to_rotate_captaincy_in_pre-season_302173.html</guid>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Clarke_keen_to_play_302159.html</link>
      <description>Michael Clarke is the only injury worry for Australia ahead of Friday's limited-overs game against New Zealand.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 20:48:06 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Clarke_keen_to_play_302159.html</guid>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Chelsea_appoint_Hiddink_as_caretaker_302155.html</link>
      <description>Chelsea have appointed Russia manager Guus Hiddink as their temporary coach until the end of the season.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 20:09:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Chelsea_appoint_Hiddink_as_caretaker_302155.html</guid>
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      <title>Tigers take down Townsville</title>
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      <description>Melbourne have denied Townsville a home NBL quarter-final after overpowering the visitors 103-87.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:06:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mundine casts Blaster aside</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/12/Mundine_casts_Blaster_aside_302110.html</link>
      <description>Anthony Mundine has won a unanimous points decision over veteran Shannan Taylor.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:00:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Socceroos have picked a point against Japan with a 0-0 draw in Yokohama.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 12:28:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Michael Clarke has been named captain of the Aussies Twenty20 side to take on the Black Caps in Sydney on Sunday.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:00:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/11/Tiatto_fined_2000_for_red-card_reaction_302070.html</link>
      <description>FFA has fined Queensland Roar player Danny Tiatto $2000 after his red card in the semi-final against the Central Coast.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:00:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Anthony Mundine takes on Shannon Taylor in Wollongong, with the winner to challenge WBA middleweight titleholder Felix Sturm.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:13:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Injury concerns over Vince Grella have given Pim Verbeek headaches ahead of tonight's crucial World Cup qualifier against Japan.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:13:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/11/Injury_worries_for_Roos_301988.html</guid>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/11/Stars_to_play_in_appeal_301981.html</link>
      <description>Essendon skipper Matthew Lloyd will play in Friday night's bushfire appeal tribute match against the Western Bulldogs.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:45:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Tasesa Lavea has been named at first five-eighths for the Blues in their opening game of the Super 14 campaign.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:42:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Swans coach Paul Roos has challenged the club's new leadership group to show innovation in plotting the club's future direction.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:32:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Davies looking to improve</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/11/Davies_looking_to_improve_301973.html</link>
      <description>English golfer Laura Davies is delighted by the prospect of being awarded life membership of the Australian Tour.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:29:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Rookie Brumbies coach Andy Friend has named a strong team for his side's opening Super 14 clash of 2009.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:27:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Newcastle Jets have signed Angelo Costanzo on a one-year deal from fellow Hyundai A-League side Adelaide United.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:23:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Queensland flanker Hugh McMeniman will miss the Reds' opening match of the Super 14 season against the Bulls.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:49:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/11/Green_back_in_the_ring_301882.html</link>
      <description>Danny Green has opened the door to a rematch with Anthony Mundine after announcing his decision to return to the ring.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:40:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Roosters enforcer Willie Mason may be back for the start of the season after making a rapid recovery from knee surgery.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:34:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>FINA are to sign off on new rules to regulate the use of new controversial swim suits.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:26:49 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/11/Swim_suit_rules_from_FINA_301876.html</guid>
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      <description>Guus Hiddink is in talks over taking over as part-time manager of Chelsea football club.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:11:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/11/Hiddink_in_talks_with_Chelsea_301872.html</guid>
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      <title>Japanese soccer fans urged to help</title>
      <link>http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2009/02/11/Japanese_soccer_fans_urged_to_help_301869.html</link>
      <description>Japanese soccer fans will have a chance to give to the Vic bushfire appeal when the Socceroos play Japan in a World Cup qualifier.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:02:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Tiger Woods has announced the birth of his first son, Charlie.</description>
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      <description>Queensland enforcer Danny Tiatto faces the prospect of further disciplinary action.</description>
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      <description>NSW Waratahs coach Chris Hickey has named two debutants in his starting side to take on the Hurricanes.</description>
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      <description>Setanta O'hAilpin won't play AFL football for at least a month, with a decision on his possible sacking from Carlton.</description>
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      <description>The Socceroos have begun arriving in Yokohama ahead of their game with group A rivals Japan.</description>
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