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Senior shines in Rhinos victory

History-maker Keith Senior helped Leeds take full advantage of St Helens' surprise defeat on Friday as they closed the gap between the two at the top of the table to two points courtesy of a thrilling 43-30 win at Hull. Read

England target five bowlers

England are expected to follow the successful framework established in 2005 when they select their line-up for the first Ashes Test in Cardiff next Wednesday. Read

Federer tense ahead of date with history

Roger Federer admitted the pressure is back on as he attempts to claim a record 15th grand slam title in Sunday's Wimbledon final against Andy Roddick. Read

Lions claim deserved third Test win

The British and Irish Lions ended their tour of South Africa with a 28-9 victory over the Springboks in the third Test. Read

Title glory for Serena

Serena Williams landed her third Wimbledon title in fine style as she proved too strong for sister Venus in the final. Read

Stars eclipses Sandown rivals

Sea The Stars stamped his class on the Coral-Eclipse at Sandown Park with a thrilling success. Read

Protest by Springboks

South Africa's players made a protest in support of banned Springboks lock Bakkies Botha in Saturday's third Test against the British and Irish Lions at Ellis Park. Read

Bullish Owen ready for United challenge

Doubts may have been expressed about the wisdom of Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson signing Michael Owen but the two men themselves are convinced the deal will be a success. Read

Long set for spell on sidelines

St Helens scrum-half Sean Long is expected to be out for around eight weeks after confirmation the player has broken his jaw. Read

Chopra completes Cardiff switch

Cardiff have completed the signing of Michael Chopra from Sunderland for a club-record fee. Read

I'm worth £80million - Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo on Saturday said the £80million Real Madrid paid for him is a "fair price" and he is delighted to be the most expensive player in the world. Read

Flower unwilling to prune Freddie

Andy Flower believes he could have finished Andrew Flintoff's career if he had over-reacted to the all-rounder's errant start to the Ashes summer. Read

Three and easy for Bopara

Ravi Bopara is confident his inexperience as a Test number three batsman will not be exposed by Australia when he steps out for his first Ashes Test in Cardiff next week. Read

Benitez pushed for Dalglish return

Kenny Dalglish is to return to Liverpool, with manager Rafael Benitez instrumental in the Scot's appointment at Anfield. Read

Cavendish poised for jersey bid

Described as "unbeatable" and "the best" by many of cycling's luminaries ahead of his third Tour de France, Mark Cavendish will begin his bid for the fabled green jersey in Monaco on Saturday. Read

Murray upbeat despite defeat

Andy Murray insists he will not dwell on his defeat to Andy Roddick despite going out of Wimbledon one step away from the final. Read

Roddick: Murray is a cert to win slams

Andy Murray was tipped to become a multiple grand slam winner of the future as he tried to come to terms with the disappointment of missing out on the Wimbledon final. Read

Serena looking for hat-trick

Serena Williams will attempt to complete a hat-trick of victories over Venus when the sisters meet in the women's final at Wimbledon for the fourth time on Saturday. Read

Owen - Injuries not a concern

New Manchester United striker Michael Owen insists he is fighting fit and his injury-plagued past should not be a concern. Read

Lowly Salford stun leaders Saints

Stefan Ratchford touched down twice and was inspirational throughout as struggling Salford recorded a famous 20-10 victory over engage Super League leaders St Helens. Read

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