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Scotland replaces Bangladesh in last-minute T20 World Cup switch
After weeks of uncertainty, Bangladesh officially withdraws from next month’s T20 World Cup due to security concerns, with Scotland called in for the tournament. Source link
Rod Laver's first arena: A backyard court where a legend was born
Like Donald Bradman’s tank stand, the backyard tennis court of Rod Laver’s youth has survived against the odds, but it is yet to be heritage listed. Source link
Five quick hits: Stan the man cracks a can as the Australian Open swelters
Stan Wawrinka bowed out from the Australian Open with a tear in his eye and a beer in his hand, while a grumpy Novak Djokovic set an incredible new benchmark. Here are the quick hits from the Australian Open. Source link
Djokovic thrills and feuds with Aussie fans
Novak Djokovic shows once again that his relationship with Australian tennis fans is as complicated as it gets, turning a routine win into a full-blown drama. Source link
Heartbroken Osaka concedes she couldn't play through injury at Aus Open
Naomi Osaka pulls the pin on her Australian Open campaign, handing Maddison Inglis her first appearance in the fourth round at a major. Source link
Travel-weary Sixers aim to turn tables on Scorchers in BBL decider
After a taxing, cross-continental travel journey to Sunday’s BBL decider, the Sydney Sixers are set for one final push against the all-conquering Scorchers at Perth Stadium. Source link
'Got lucky': Sinner admits Aus Open heat rule rescued title defence
Had the Australian Open’s extreme heat protocols not taken effect, Janik Sinner wonders if he would still be in the tournament. Source link
Aus Open organisers forced to suspend matches amid extreme heat
Extreme heat protocols kick into gear at Melbourne Park, as the stifling weather conditions wreak havoc with the Australian Open tournament’s schedule. Source link
Irvine returns for St Pauli in major boost for Socceroos
In welcome news for Socceroos boss Tony Popovic, key Australian midfielder Jackson Irvine has made an early return from injury for St Pauli in the Bundesliga. Source link
Live: Early start to beat heatwave in Melbourne, as Sinner, Djokovic, Osaka set for centre court
As Melbourne braces for heatwave conditions, day seven of the Australian Open has an early start to maximise play before temperatures peak, as Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Naomi Osaka feature in matches on centre court. Follow live. Source link