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18Jun/090

British Lions will now show teeth

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The practice games are now over, now it is a three test series against the World Champions South Africa. If that doesn't make you bite your nails with glee, then next Saturday certainly will do. Ian McGeechan, the Lions coach is keeping his cards close to his chest, although you could predict that numerous positions have already been pencilled in, and, injuries pending, should remains so.

17Jun/090

Which team will win the World Twenty20?

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After 24 matches in 11 hectic days, the World Twenty20 has come down to four final teams. One of them is just two wins away from becoming world champions, but which?

17Jun/090

The 2009 US Open

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US Open finds new life on America's public fairways

Golf should welcome the big crowds at Bethpage and rejoice in its inclusivity. There is an alternative golfing universe to one populated by the gentlemen-only, jacket-and-ties, no-children-in-the-­clubhouse brigade who have done so much to damage the game and its centre lies in Bethpage, the municipal course that will this week stage the US Open. This is the second time America's most ­prestigious tournament has been held at the Long Island venue and if the first, in 2002, is anything to go by it will be raucous, busy and a huge success, not least philosophically.

15Jun/090

Phil Jackson Struggles for Acclaim

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Phil Jackson has won 10 championship rings but still he struggles for acclaim. After winning nine titles many thought that would be it, but the 10th was the most remarkable of Phil Jackson's career.

15Jun/090

Pay-Per-View King?

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The Mayweather vs Marquez, after all, is only all about money. That is why for boxing fans all around the world, it isn't a highly anticipated match.