The Lions hunt for back-to-back flags is strengthening with forward, Lincoln McCarthy's return from injury, firming for Opening Round. Hitting the training paddock for the first time this season, McCarthy's not the only key player set to shake-up a premiership-winning lineup.

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The Stars and Sixers are due to lock horns in a crucial Big Bash clash at the MCG. But first, Victorians Todd Murphy and Scott Boland have been picked for Australia's upcoming Sri Lanka Tour while Glenn Maxwell has been overlooked.

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Broncos have closed ranks around Ezra Mam, backing the embattled five-eighth to pull his career back from the brink. But that task has been made all the more difficult by the game's governing body.

For more, Mitch Kroehn reports.

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Carlton's president is promising to hunt down hackers over a nude photo scandal. Luke Sayers says his social media account was hacked when a lewd photo of a naked man was posted and linked to a female executive at one of the club's major sponsors.

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They're teetering on the edge of the top four, but Heat Quick Spencer Johnson insists Brisbane still boasts plenty of fear factor. That's even without their two test stars who've been barred from taking part in Saturday's must-win Strikers clash.

For more, Mitch Kroehn reports.

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The Magic Millions show will go on with the new Gold Coast track now backed by racing's elite. Event bosses have called in some extra star power for Queensland's richest race day, but first jockeys will test the new turf, live on TV.

For more, Amanda Abate reports.

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Weather threatens a crucial night for Sydney Thunder and Sam Konstas. Leading the Thunder from a wooden spoon to the finals, part of learning cricketing superstardom on the run for the 19-year-old.

For more, Matt Carmichael reports.

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After giving Australian Open bosses another almighty scare, Nick Kyrgios now says he's in no doubt to make his Grand Slam comeback. 4 days before it begins, Kyrgios revealed a new injury but set the record straight exclusively with 7News.

For more, Mitch Cleary reports.

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