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The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 31, 2026

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Emiliano Martinez reveals his finger 'won't ever return' to normal after injury left him playing like a 'zombie' during World Cup: 'I cried every day'

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Another shock Melbourne Cup scratching; Derby Day trainer charged by stewards

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AFLW Round 12: Geelong lock in top-two finish; league stars call time

How much will it cost getting to Brisbane 2032? A legend’s daughter and Olympic hopeful reveals

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ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix Skate Canada International: Men's Short Program - Kelowna

Nikita Kucherov reportedly tells Lightning he won't re-sign and requests trade

‘We stopped Jarryd Hayne from getting stabbed in jail’: Fainu reveals plot against former Eels star

Can Australia pull off a grandstand finish?

Indian Premier League great Krunal Pandya savouring Hong Kong anonymity, lauds Virat Kohli

Aston Villa threaten legal action against Jamie Carragher after pundit claimed Unai Emery should replace Michael Carrick at Man United and told fans to 'shut the f*** up'

Canadian Para cyclist Mel Pemble earns track worlds silver with time trial personal best

Emiliano Martinez reveals his finger 'won't ever return' to normal after injury left him playing like a 'zombie' during World Cup: 'I cried every day'

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