Wallabies to trial new 'Clearsky' technology ahead of 2016 Bledisloe Cup
Like something out of the Terminator blockbusters, Michael Cheika is hoping a cutting-edge tracking system Clearsky will give the Wallabies an edge in their preparations for the Bledisloe Cup. Cheika was refusing to buy into the nationwide hand wringing under way after a dismal season of Super Rugby and England's three-Test clean sweep in June, but with the Rugby Championship just around the corner, he was frank about the challenges facing the Wallabies, blaming a lack of detail for the side's ..>> view originalGolden Slipper winner Capitalist impresses in barrier trial at Randwick
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As North Melbourne rolled to their best start in club history, posting nine straight wins, no-nonsense midfielder Sam Gibson was quick to warn of the tough road ahead.To borrow a line from Fremantle coach Ross Lyon, the Roos were more than happy to "bank the four points and move on", but they understood a potentially rugged road lay ahead. Out of form: The Roos have slipped down the ladder after starting the season in fine style. Photo: Getty Images "Usually at times like this in a seaso..>> view originalWaratahs hang on to finals hopes
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Telstra is facing legal action over allegations its latest advertising campaign has deceived the public into thinking it is a sponsor of the Australian Olympic team.Documents filed in the Federal Court on Friday allege that the telecommunications giant's marketing campaign is a "clear attempt to deceive Australians", despite Telstra having no affiliation with the nation's Olympic team and "no official role with the Olympic movement". More Sport Videos Previous slide Next slide ..>> view originalNow Origin is over, it's time to jump aboard Cronulla's NRL bandwagon
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Saturday, July 16, 2016
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