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    NZ Open boss keen to see Fox back at Millbrook

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    Sparrow eyes bench in dead rubber game

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    Duncan climbs to third in WMX standings

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    Duncan climbs to third in WMX standings

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    Stampede seal top spot ahead of playoffs

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    New Zealand's Ryan Fox wins British Open

    Ryan Fox celebrates with the Claret Jug after winning The 154th British Open. Photo: Reuters

    New Zealand's Ryan Fox wins British Open

    Ryan Fox stayed ice cool at the end of four long and hot days at Royal Birkdale to sink a birdie putt on the 18th and win the 154th British Open by a single stroke.

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    Thunder propelled into playoffs

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    Thunder propelled into playoffs

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    Southland Boys’ strength evident in commanding win

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