United stay unbeaten in ACT hockey after Barton win
United maintained an undefeated ACT hockey record with a 3-2 victory over Barton on Saturday. The Magpies faced pressure as Barton fought back, with United’s defense and key plays by Al Chapman and AV Taylor helping seal the win. Central, ANU, and Woden also posted results, highlighting a tight weekend of league action.
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Records Set by Yasir Ryzhenboy in European Meet
In Madrid on Sunday Rever. Yasir Ryzhenboy of the Su iet union won the Friday event setting two new world marks. He posted 161K (34h) and 201-54 (343K) finishes, signaling a dominant performance and firsts in the European arena.
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Japan golf recap features wide field and top rivals
Sunday reports from Tokyo detail a broad field of players led by Australia’s Stewart and Graham Marsh, with peers Thomson trailing. The event saw strong showings as Japanese competitors push for a solid final round while notable internationals lag behind.
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Canberra cycling meet showcases rising junior riders
Canberra cyclists dominated the juvenile and youth events with standout performances by N Stevens and K Moore. In division two Brett Pethermun and Abi O Connor claimed first and third respectively while Greg Ryat posted the fastest time in a tight field. Senior and junior handicap races featured strong efforts from Learhian and Gordon while Debbie Ryn topped the girls with Denive Bown and Lind Slackwood close behind.
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Brian ‘Stevens
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Dick Parker
Denive Bown
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Large attendance at swim forum in Canberra
Coaches Lawrence and John Gregory joined Prosser swimming school principal Max van Apeldoorn to lead a forum of over 80 people. The event featured exhibition swims by 15 year old Burgess and a world class lineup, followed by nearly two hours of questions.
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Australian Hurdle and Steeple muddle Grand National plans
In Melbourne at Sandown on Saturday the Australian Hurdle and Steeple failed to clarify Grand National favorites. High Commissioner won the Steeple while Aussie hopefuls like Pau Pas and Waverley vied for the main jump run next month. The results left bookmakers split as 7/2 favourites Pau Pas and pressure for further form at Moonee Valley. High Commissioner, trained by John Davis and ridden by apprentice Paul Healy, heads toward the Grand National Steeple at Aintree on July 14.
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Australians beat Singapore in friendly hockey match
The Australian national hockey team defeated Singapore 2-0 yesterday after earlier a Johore Sule side was beaten 2-0 in a separate friendly.
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ACT athletes win nine medals at country championships
The ACT team secured nine medals with Mike Kennedy the sole individual winner in the senior 19.08 race. Canberra’s Kennedy, Kennethy, Moore, Livers, and Kennewell topped the County section, while Murray Jones claimed silver in the junior and Greg Fenton bronze in open. The senior 10,000m saw John Ringson win for Ryde Horsby, with Alan Robinson second and Kenn Mayhew third. The course proved tough after rain, causing many to drop out.
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Cambridge Students Create First 24 Hour Cricket Match
Cambridge University students staged a historic 24 hour cricket match, the first of its kind, with the Cambridge Young Knight Club participating. The event featured a century by a noted student and drew attention from the university’s cricket community, marking a bold milestone in intercollegiate sport.
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Mixed results for Australian women in first limited over series
London reports that the Australian women's cricket team had a win and a loss in their one day matches at Chiswick. Bev Wiltson led NSW with 44 as Australia posted 94 for victory in the first game. In the second, Australia bowled well but South Australia’s Wendy Bunden and New South Wales’ Pat May contributed with early wickets as the Australians chased the target.
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Cannon Wins Eighth Winter Table Tennis Handicap Event
Peter Cannon defeats Robert Field 31 24 in the final to claim the eighth round of the winter handicap series. Field makes his third final appearance, with Cannon leading the overall standings alongside Field and Hensley. Other results include Mats 31 28 over Jamie and Dous Milley 31 23, Revert 30 28 in semifinals as group leaders emerge.
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Weekend Sport Round-Up Highlights Across Events
A compact weekend sport roundup covers bowls, soccer, racing, and regional matches. Notable performances include notable bowl results and local league outcomes, with teams and players from Camelford, Peabody, and Samoa featured in brief reports.
New Zealand to send squash team to South Africa
New Zealand will field a 10 member squad for the August world squash tournament in South Africa despite government opposition and protests from anti apartheid groups. Prime Minister Do L. Gien confirmed the decision after discussions with MART and AWARE groups, with local officials welcoming the move.
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