Australians in sport
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I was glad to help the ocean novice, but then I learnt her secret
Sal’s confidence picked up as quickly as her swimming speed. But there was a reason she left me in her wake.
- Anson Cameron
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Five words: Usain Bolt’s verdict on Gout Gout is in
Australia’s teenage sprint sensation had already drawn comparisons with sprint king Usain Bolt before he became the talk of the athletics world again last weekend with his record-breaking run in the 200m. Now Bolt’s verdict is in.
- Claire Siracusa
- Analysis
- Australian Open
Australian golf’s biggest drawcard is also its most influential critic
Cameron Smith drew 20 times more spectators to his round than any other competitor every time he took to the fairways in Australia this summer. But he was also the most vocal critic. He’s left Golf Australia with plenty to consider about the sport’s future.
- Peter Ryan
- Opinion
- Olympics
There’s really no doubt about Gout Gout
Gout Gout has lightning speed and will need big shoulders to bear the expectations placed upon him. But he doesn’t look the least bit daunted.
- Greg Baum
High school teacher from Bendigo breaks national marathon record
Months after his eleventh-hour call-up to run in the Paris Olympics, Andy Buchanan has become Australia’s fastest marathon runner. It’s been a whirlwind year for the 33-year-old.
- Michael Gleeson
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