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Fiji qualifies for Rugby World Cup
![Leone Nakarawa of Fiji pictured in 2016. He helped lead Fiji's comeback against Tonga as they claimed a spot in the next ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/5/f/e/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka60i.11gojm.png/1499492954445.jpg)
Fiji's comeback victory against Tonga mean's they've secured a spot at the next world cup in 2019.
Hewitt staying out of Tomic firestorm
![Lleyton Hewitt looks on from court side on day four of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/5/e/w/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka5gq.11gojm.png/1499488861596.jpg)
Lleyton Hewitt's steering clear of the trouble Bernard Tomic caused by saying he was "bored" during a Wimbledon match
Lee bounces back after horror start
![Danny Lee is tied fourth at the halfway point of the Greenbrier Classic.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/j/f/1/h/t/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka4fs.11gojm.png/1499484770142.jpg)
Kiwi golfer tied fourth at halfway mark of Greenbrier Classic after recovering from early double bogey.
Kittel's third stage win
![Quick-Step Floors rider Marcel Kittel of Germany reacts after winning the seventh stage of 2017's Tour de France.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/3/q/u/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka4ge.11gojm.png/1499482923158.jpg)
The finish of the Tour de France's seventh stage was so close you could hardly pick a difference in the photo finish.
Mehrtens wouldn't risk Jordie
![Jordie Barrett starts at fullback against the Lions.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/3/q/d/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka3gw.11gojm.png/1499480623556.jpg)
All Blacks great wouldn't have thrown "a kid" like Jordie Barrett to the Lions for deciding test.
Carter's royal Wimbledon treatment
![Golfer Sergio Garcia and Dan Carter look on from the centre court royal box on day five of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/3/q/r/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka49k.11gojm.png/1499480033595.jpg)
Rugby great Dan Carter has rubbed shoulders with David Beckham and Sergio Garcia, among others, at Wimbledon.
Black Sox softball clinic
![Tyron Bartorillo blasted three home runs and eight RBIs in a big win for the Black Sox.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/b/2/h/m/1/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka3oi.11gojm.png/1499478635155.jpg)
The Black Sox have helped Turks with the finer points of softball after thrashing them 22-0.
Lions tour diary
![Lions assistants (from left to right) with Andy Farrell, Rob Howley and Graham Rowntree with head coach Warren Gatland.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/2/7/9/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka300.11gojm.png/1499475179505.jpg)
Warren Gatland treatment "an absolute disgrace", no to becoming next All Blacks coach, and the red army heads home.
Sooners heading to NZ
![Oklahoma Sooners forward Matt Freeman is pumped about heading to New Zealand for an off-season tour.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/2/7/g/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka2tf.11gojm.png/1499472967658.jpg)
Kiwi Matt Freeman will make a return to NZ with his University of Oklahoma basketball side in August.
Sprinter positive for banned substance
![Jason Livermore of Jamaica competes in the Men's 200 metres heats at the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/2/7/4/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka25o.11gojm.png/1499468540591.jpg)
Commonwealth Games 200-metres bronze medallist Jason Livermore could face a four-year ban.
22-year wait for America's Cup-cake
![Margaret McKenzie, 74 has had "lucky red socks" cupcake in her freezer for the last 22 years since 1995 when New Zealand ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/t/q/j/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9m3p.11gojm.png/1499430022546.jpg)
Timaru woman has been saving "lucky red socks" cupcake after buying it at 1995 America's Cup victory parade.
Story behind the Barrett brothers
![All Blacks first-five Beauden Barrett.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/j/y/5/b/p/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k6afx.11gojm.png/1499473132432.jpg)
With three former students playing for the All Blacks in the Lions tour, a small Taranaki high school is punching well above its weight.
Reason: Quit the dramatics
![Referee Romain Poite will come under pressure from the All Blacks and the Lions in Saturday's deciding rugby test.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/w/6/b/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9sti.11gojm.png/1499430022546.jpg)
OPINION: The exaggerated acting by players is making life impossible for referees, writes Mark Reason.
Super cut for Cheetahs, Kings
![The Southern Kings have been cut from Super Rugby.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/5/3/6/a/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9lli.11gojm.png/1499434818773.jpg)
The Cheetahs and Southern Kings will explore "other international competition opportunities" for next season.
Kieran Read: centurymaker
![Kieran Read made his test debut against Scotland in Edinburgh in November, 2008.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/8/y/x/x/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9aaj.11gojm.png/1499456454643.jpg)
OPINION: Kieran Read surely won't have forgotten lessons from the 2011 RWC final.
Warriors road to playoffs
![Will skipper Roger Tuivasa-Sheck inspire the Warriors to their first play-off appearance since 2011?](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/i/v/y/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9j7j.png/1499417997141.jpg)
Marvin France looks at the equation facing the Warriors as they fight to make the finals.
Kieran Read: centurymaker
OPINION: Kieran Read surely won't have forgotten lessons from the 2011 RWC final.
O'Brien: ABs 'out to hurt us'
![Sean O'Brien has been of the Lions' best players on tour.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/0/8/t/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka1lk.11ik9e.png/1499490541877.jpg)
Lions flanker warns team-mates the All Blacks are coming to hurt them in deciding test at Eden Park.
Singing the Lions' praises
![Lions fans are bound for Eden Park.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/5/6/u/4/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k96m1.11ik9e.png/1499490541877.jpg)
OPINION: I'm OK if the ABs lose. I'd prefer them not to. And I don't think they will.
Time for ABs to be ABs
![All Blacks captain Kieran Read won't want that losing feeling again, in his 100th test at Eden Park on Saturday night.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/8/u/y/n/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9mex.11ik9e.png/1499490541877.jpg)
It may not be the end of the world, but Steve Hansen's men must revert to type to beat Lions.
Heavy rain won't hit rugby
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It's good news for rugby fans as the MetService says heavy rain now won't arrive till after the match.
Foul-mouthed cricketer banned
![Kagiso Rabada celebrates dismissing Ben Stokes.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/0/8/m/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka0va.png/1499464984274.jpg)
South African fast bowler will miss second test after swearing at England's Ben Stokes following his dismissal.
England in control of first test
![South Africa captain Dean Elgar bats during day two of the first test against England at Lord's, before being dismissed ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/0/8/0/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9zvf.png/1499452382488.jpg)
Moeen Ali and Stuart Broad take two wickets each to leave South Africa reeling in reply.
An old-fashioned dispute
![Richie Benaud must be spinning in his grave over the crisis in Australian cricket.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/c/a/k/h/7/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k777w.png/1499307146650.jpg)
OPINION: Australia's top cricketers are putting on a united front against their bosses.
Pollard, McEwan farewell Firebirds
![After seven years with the Wellington Firebirds, Michael Pollard is chasing a fresh start and Canterbury looks to be his ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/e/4/n/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9e32.png/1499395967440.jpg)
Arnel, Pollard, McEwan depart, Bracewell and van Beek in for Firebirds.
Heavy rain won't hit rugby
It's good news for rugby fans as the MetService says heavy rain now won't arrive till after the match.
Ferns to face world champs
![A testing but valuable challenge awaits Tony Readings and the Football Ferns in the USA in September.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/a/a/9/x/9/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9ze3.png/1499457073532.jpg)
NZ coach says two-match tour of USA just what his side needs to kick-start progress towards two major goals.
Boxall on hunt for new club
![All Whites defender Michael Boxall has been released by his club in South Africa.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/f/0/q/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9f32.png/1499390350781.jpg)
Could the All Whites defender be keen on a move back to the capital with Phoenix?
Man United agree Lukaku fee
![Romelu Lukaku is reportedly on his way to Manchester United.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/1/e/2/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k91j6.png/1499335639707.jpg)
Manchester United reportedly agree to ÂŁ75 million fee (NZ$133m) to sign striker Romelu Lukaku from EPL rivals Everton.
All Whites plummet in rankings
![A dejected Ryan Thomas looks on after New Zealand's 4-0 defeat to Portugal.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/0/d/m/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k90ij.png/1499335194094.jpg)
New Zealand's FIFA ranking slips back into triple figures after three defeats at the Confederations Cup.
Warriors road to playoffs
![Will skipper Roger Tuivasa-Sheck inspire the Warriors to their first play-off appearance since 2011?](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/i/v/y/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9j7j.png/1499417997141.jpg)
Marvin France looks at the equation facing the Warriors as they fight to make the finals.
Friend stars in Roosters win
![With their representative players sitting out, Jake Friend propelled the Sydney Roosters to a victory over South Sydney.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/z/8/8/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9zo1.png/1499437716921.jpg)
​Jake Friend leads from the front as Sydney Roosters defeat NRL arch-rivals South Sydney.
Recap: Roosters v Rabbitohs
![Mitchell Aubusson of the Roosters.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/5/5/v/s/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k85tg.png/1499431651270.jpg)
Sydney Roosters hold off South Sydney to move into second on the NRL ladder.
Manly deny salary cap issues
![Manly coach Trent Barrett says there are no salary cap issues at the club.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/g/s/k/2/k/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9tpu.png/1499403310005.jpg)
Manly coach says the club have "nothing to worry about" in salary cap probe.
Be a saint, travel smart
![Wellington Saints players, including recently-retired Damien Ekenasio, left, and Jordan Mills filmed a carpool karaoke ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/8/r/1/9/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k6uu3.png/1499399335922.jpg)
Wellington Saints team up with carpooling app to get fans travelling smarter
Taranaki, Canterbury set for WBC final
![Iritana Hohaia was strong in the Taranaki Thunder's semifinal.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/3/o/g/g/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9yzz.png/1499420153093.jpg)
Will the Wildcats repeat, or can the Thunder shock their hosts?
Canty power into WBC semifinals
![Seventeen-year-old Christchurch Girls' high school student Sapphire Wairau, left, stepped her game up several notches ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/8/u/y/e/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k7oax.png/1499375899507.jpg)
The Canterbury Wildcats are two wins away from defending their WBC title.
Flavell re-signing 'no-brainer'
![Southland Sharks coach Judd Flavell talking with Mitch Norton during a training session this year.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/8/d/r/r/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k8dp6.png/1499301652685.jpg)
Southland Sharks general manager Jill Bolger is delighted to retain Judd Flavell.
Lee bounces back after horror start
![Danny Lee is tied fourth at the halfway point of the Greenbrier Classic.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/j/f/1/h/t/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka4fs.png/1499484770142.jpg)
Kiwi golfer tied fourth at halfway mark of Greenbrier Classic after recovering from early double bogey.
Fox sizzles, McIlroy fizzles
![Ryan Fox is tied for fourth after two rounds of the Irish Open.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/3/0/i/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9zvh.png/1499454246000.jpg)
Ryan Fox leaps into contention at the Irish Open as defending champion Rory McIlroy misses cut.
Lee's title defence starts well
![Danny Lee carded a bogey-free six-under par 64 in the first round.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/8/i/u/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k98gq.png/1499398562733.jpg)
 Defending champion produces impressive opening round at Greenbrier Classic.
NNZ satisfied with first Super Club
![07.07.2017 Steel's Wendy Frew in action during the Super Club netball grand final match between the Steel and Mystics at ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/z/3/m/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9hp1.png/1499425442624.jpg)
Netball NZ happy with their inaugural Super Club netball competition, despite absence of the top Aussie and UK teams.
Steel win Super Club final
![The Steel celebrate after winning the Super Club final.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/z/g/g/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9pnx.png/1499434968869.jpg)
Southern Steel complete already perfect season by adding Super Club title.
Gray relishing Steel experience
![Dani Gray goes for the ball in her debut game for the Southern Steel.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/x/3/z/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9y3e.png/1499412829089.jpg)
Midcourter Dani Gray has been relishing the chance to immerse herself in the elite ranks of the Southern Steel this season.
Super Club needs top teams
![Southern Steel netball defender Jane Watson in action in the Super Club netball tournament in Nelson, seen here against ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/x/3/w/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9hqi.png/1499410903951.jpg)
OPINION:Â The Super Club netball tournament needs the top teams from Australia and the UK, writes Scott Donaldson.
Erakovic's ranking to plummet
![Marina Erakovic faces a long journey to get back inside the top 100.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/0/8/s/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka1z5.png/1499467545141.jpg)
It was a good grass court season from Erakovic, but it won't save her world ranking.
Nadal through to fourth round
![Rafa Nadal had to fight to a third-set tiebreaker before beating Russian Karen Khachanov in the third round at Wimbledon.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/0/8/d/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka0ff.png/1499453461401.jpg)
Rafa Nadal into fourth round at Wimbledon, and three matches away from taking over as world No 1.
Sitak, Daniell win again
![Artem Sitak is into the third round of the gentlemen's doubles at Wimbledon.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/z/7/r/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9zng.png/1499451482214.jpg)
With their partners, Sitak and Daniell both had straight-set second round wins at Wimbledon.
Shot clocks, courtside coaching trial
![The US Open will experiment with a shot clock to limit how much time there is between points. Rafael Nadal has been a ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/i/3/f/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9hc6.png/1499392497531.jpg)
US Open to experiment during qualifying with changes likely for main draw in 2018.
Sprinter positive for banned substance
![Jason Livermore of Jamaica competes in the Men's 200 metres heats at the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/2/7/4/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka25o.png/1499468540591.jpg)
Commonwealth Games 200-metres bronze medallist Jason Livermore could face a four-year ban.
Visually impaired athletes banned
![A view through a fence, decorated with the Olympic rings, shows a building of the federal state budgetary institution ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/b/o/z/b/w/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka03x.png/1499449037613.jpg)
Ten visually impaired Russian athletes in powerlifting could lose medals after doping.
WBO to re-score Pacman-Horn
![Manny Pacquiao has protested the result of his fight with Jeff Horn.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/5/f/x/n/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9kgb.png/1499435356831.jpg)
The result will stand in contentious world title fight won by Aussie Jeff Horn.
22-year wait for America's Cup-cake
![Margaret McKenzie, 74 has had "lucky red socks" cupcake in her freezer for the last 22 years since 1995 when New Zealand ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/t/q/j/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9m3p.png/1499415069891.jpg)
Timaru woman has been saving "lucky red socks" cupcake after buying it at 1995 America's Cup victory parade.
Hamilton leads in both practices
![Looking to eat into Sebastian Vettel's championship lead, Lewis Hamilton set the fastest times at practice for the ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/z/8/c/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka02p.png/1499449547827.jpg)
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton posted the fastest time in both practice sessions for the Austrian Grand Prix on Friday.
Kiwis close to Supercars leader
![Chaz Mostert has had the fastest lap in practice for the Supercars event in Townsville.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/x/n/t/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9xuy.png/1499413177400.jpg)
Scott McLaughlin and Shane van Gisbergen second and third in Supercars practice lap.
Dixon has rivals worried
![Scott Dixon is a four-time IndyCar champion.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/j/k/9/f/u/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k9vfv.png/1499406960478.jpg)
Defending IndyCar champion says 'super good' and series-leading Kiwi is in the box seat for 2017 title.
NZ's top-selling utes to race
![Mitsubishi Triton and Ford Ranger are set to race in the new SuperUtes competition.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/9/3/t/v/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1k93r8.png/1499381615527.jpg)
Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and other popular ute makers are set to hit the racetrack in 2018, but not in New Zealand.
Dunn deal for Dexter
![In a fitting way to reach the milestone, Dexter Dunn brought up his 2000th winner in the colours of Cran Dalgety.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/5/f/5/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka24v.png/1499490825234.jpg)
The perfect race. Harness racing star sets new season record and achieves a magical milestone.
Harris a star in Logan and Gibbs show
![Chasing Great formed part of a winning Ruakaka treble for Troy Harris and was one of six wins for traIners Logan and Gibbs.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/k/a/5/2/k/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ka1ps.png/1499489330226.jpg)
Ruakaka trainers Logan and Gibbs dominate local meeting with support from Troy Harris.
Is McGregor in over his head?
![Conor McGregor is taking a boxing crash course to prepare to meet Floyd Mayweather.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/j/t/j/d/1/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1jtit2.png/1497570049510.jpg)
MMA star will never be able to out-box Mayweather. But he may be able to out-punch him.
Men, this will make you wince
![The kick that ended the fight.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170708055142im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/j/q/m/7/w/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1jqm4i.png/1497312880349.jpg)
This MMA fight lasted only 9 seconds, but the groin kick could be felt around the world.
LeBron testy after second loss
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If anyone needs LeBron James, he will be in his trailer. Actually, he will be at his locker.
Curry calls out 'dirty play'
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Warriors v Spurs NBA conference finals series heats up as star lashes rivals over undetected foul.