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Commonwealth Gameszzz… worth it?

With all the recent kerfuffle over whether Delhi is ready to host the 2010 Commonwealth Games, I am struggling to see how this is really worth all the risk for our Aussie champs. Sure the stadia are falling apart, there … Continue reading

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Charles Barkley labels Aussie footballers ‘damn idiots’

News today from Herald Sun Superfooty that NBA legend Charles Barkley has labelled rugby league players “damn idiots” during an interview on US radio. Originally it was thought he was referring to Aussie Rules, but it was actually a point … Continue reading

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BRadPitstop: Arsenal, Tottenham, West Ham and Chelsea as London United?

  News from Marketing UK that London’s top football clubs have launched a viral campaign to promote England’s bid to host the FIFA 2018 World Cup. The ‘Park Life’ campaign is backed by London-based England internationals John Terry, Ashley Cole, … Continue reading

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BRadsPitstop: ‘No Pain/Payne/Paine no gain’ for celebrities and sport stars

Following on from my earlier post about T-Pain releasing an iPhone app, it seems there are a few sportstars and celebrities sharing a similar name to the ‘rap and R&B mogul’. Everyone knows that having the right name is a … Continue reading

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BRadPitstop: Replacing AFL Grand Final icon ‘WEG’‏

Despite all the fanfare leading up to the 2009 AFL Grand Final, in what promises to be a cracking encounter, one integral part of the program will be missing. No, not Christine Anu with My Island Home; but the artistic … Continue reading

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BRadPitstop: Violence in sport – 5 minutes or 5 weeks?

As the AFL season winds towards its thrilling finals conclusion, it is interesting to look at how the AFL tribunal has adjudicated this season, and contrast it with how other sporting codes treat ‘violent conduct’ within the game. It seems … Continue reading

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BRadPitstop: Chris Judd to launch on-field myotherapy service

In a shock move by the Carlton superstar, Chris Judd has announced today the launch of a new on-field alternative health service – Chrisse Myotherapy.  Judd moved the announcement forward, following the confusion over last weekend’s pressure point incident with … Continue reading

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