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James has more than 20 years’ experience in the media industry, predominantly in sports. He has held writing and editing roles with AAP, FourFourTwo, The Sydney Morning Herald, AFL Media and Finder and spends too much time watching, playing or discussing sport.

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Steve Smith of Australia bats on day three of the second cricket Test match between Australia and the West Indies at the Gabba in Brisbane on January 27, 2024. (Photo by Pat Hoelscher / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --

‘Finally’: Spotlight on Smith for clean sweep

Steve Smith has the perfect opportunity to silence the doubters when Australia continue their chase for a perfect summer.

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Queensland sensation Torrie Lewis wasn't happy with just one national title this weekend becoming only the third 18 year old in history to do the 100/200 double.PICTURE: CASEY SIMS

‘It’s finally here’: Teen the fastest Aussie ever

A teenager has just announced herself as an emerging force in athletics after breaking one of the sport’s most cherished records.

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Basil Zempilas during a press conference

Mayor tries to explain mic moment

Perth’s Lord Mayor has quickly tried to explain an apparent sledge of women’s tennis after it was caught on a microphone.

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Daniil Medvedev comes back from the brink. Photo: Getty Images and Channel 9

’Nightmare’: AO villain’s stunning implosion

Alexander Zverev entered his AO semi-final with a dark cloud hanging over him – and rocketed to an early lead. Then everything fell apart for him.

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Serbia's Novak Djokovic attends a press conference after losing against Italy's Jannik Sinner in their men's singles semi-final match on day 13 of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 26, 2024. (Photo by Saeed KHAN / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --

‘Worst match ever’: Novak’s sad AO reality

The iron will of Novak Djokovic has finally been pierced at Melbourne Park, signalling the arrival of tennis’ next generation.

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‘Weak as piss’: Fans slam day-night detail

Fans have reacted strongly after two Australian bowlers had the same complaint after day one of the second Test at the Gabba.

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The West Indies have shown plenty of heart. Photo: Getty Images

‘Extraordinary’ effort leaves Aussies stunned

The West Indies are a shadow of the powerhouse they once were, but a stunning stand helped stop Australia in its tracks.

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‘Shower together’: Kyrgios stuns Ramsay

Nick Kyrgios was supposed to be interviewing Gordon Ramsay, but the Aussie might’ve given away the biggest revelation.

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‘I believe it is’: NRL star’s flat Earth reveal

There are some people that really shouldn’t go on podcasts and we’ve just found one, Bulldogs skipper Matt Burton.

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‘Best catch ever’: Heat star steals the show

One of the best pieces of fielding you will ever see has helped the Brisbane Heat snap a painful 11-year Big Bash drought.

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