BTH Sport: Coming in Hot: Recent Episodes
Nelson Sing
Sport stories that take you Beyond the Headlines. We discuss, debate and analyse by looking at different stories across different sports.
With four races to go, the championship battle is going to the wire with both the drivers' and the constructors' championship up for grabs. We cover the major talking points and stories coming out from the 2021 Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix:
- Can Red Bull secure a double championship in 2021?
- Lewis Hamilton holds onto P2 as Mercedes hold a 1 point lead in the constructors championship
- Ferrari maximize their points to overtake McLaren in the constructors championship
- Pierre Gasly continues to quietly carry Alpha Tauri as they are now tied with Alpine in the constructors championship
- Can McLaren bounce back to chase down Ferrari?
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The Boston Celtics are searching for answers early in the 2021-22 NBA Season as they currently have a 2-5 record. There are certainly plenty of questions to be asked regarding the Celtics on both offense and defense. But the tough question has to be asked... Can the duo of Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum actually lead Boston to an NBA Title? We break down the barriers that the Celtics will have to overcome with their young stars if they are to be successful in the near future.
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The Minnesota Timberwolves are currently 4-2 with a significantly improved defense. They are currently ranked 6th in defensive rating, they're in the Top 5 for steals and blocks, they lead the NBA in forcing turnovers, they rank in the Top 3 in opponents FG% and 3P%. But most importantly, it seems like Anthony Edwards is stepping up for Minnesota both on and off the court. We break down why Anthony Edwards could be the leader that the Timberwolves have needed for years.
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Will Max Verstappen hold on to win his first championship or can Lewis Hamilton rally back to make history? What is Kimi Raikkonen's legacy in the sport of Formula 1? Will Antonio Giovinazzi keep his seat in Alfa Romeo and remain in Formula 1 for 2022? With 5 races left to go in 2021, we break down the 5 things to look out for in what has been an exciting season.
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The Charlotte Hornets started the season 3-0 for the first time in franchise history. Miles Bridges was named the Eastern Conference player of the week. The Hornets battled the Boston Celtics in a highly entertaining overtime game. It's been a fun opening week for Hornets fans and there's plenty to be excited about. What is the ceiling for the Hornets? The signs are promising and we break down how the Charlotte Hornets have improved from last season to the early stages of this season.
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The defending NBA Champions Milwaukee Bucks have dominated the Central Division in recent times and they now remain focused on winning back to back championships. The other stories to look out for in the Central Division in the 2021-22 NBA Season include:
- Can the Chicago Bulls make some noise in the Eastern Conference?
- Can the Indiana Pacers stay healthy enough to make a playoffs push?
- Why we could see plenty of trade activity from the Cleveland Cavaliers
- What can Cade Cunningham provide for the Pistons?
- Who are the prime breakout candidates on the Detroit Pistons' roster?
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The Atlantic Division has been filled with plenty of changes and dramas as we enter the 2021-22 NBA Season:
- Can the Toronto Raptors bounce back from a disappointing season?
- How will the Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons situation affect their teams?
- We discuss the possibilities of having each team in this division making the Eastern Conference playoffs
- Will the new additions for the Knicks solve their offensive woes?
- Do the Boston Celtics have an improved squad for the 2021-22 season?
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The Miami Heat have retooled their team after a first round sweep to the Milwaukee Bucks and will look to make some noise in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Hawks will look to replicate their playoffs run from last season. Which team will go further this postseason? We also cover the major questions regarding the rebuilding Orlando Magic, why Spencer Dinwiddie needs to be a pass-first point guard for the Washington Wizards and whether the Charlotte Hornets can improve from last season.
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Everton currently sit in 5th place with only one loss and after an impressive performance at Old Trafford against Manchester United, fans will be wondering whether they can sustain these results. Fortunately for Everton, Rafa Benitez may just be the right manager to help get Everton back into Europe. We break down what has changed this season and what Everton's ceiling is.
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Can Golden State return to being one of the top teams in the Western Conference? Can Russell Westbrook fit in with the Los Angeles Lakers to win a championship? Can the Phoenix Suns replicate the success they had last season? How will the Clippers perform without Kawhi Leonard for a majority of the regular season? Can the Sacramento Kings finally end their playoffs drought? The Pacific Division is LOADED with potentially 4 contenders in the West. We preview all 5 teams and see where they rank in the Western Conference hierarchy.
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It's been almost 10 years since a team in the NBA Northwest Division last made the NBA Finals when the OKC Thunder still had Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant and James Harden. Since then, we've seen the Portland Trail Blazers, Utah Jazz, Denver Nuggets join the Thunder in falling short and at times underachieving. The Minnesota Timberwolves have not been successful since the mid 2000s but they look to breakthrough with their young group of talent. We preview all five teams in the Northwest Division and look at who has the best chance of going deep in the postseason.
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Although Valtteri Bottas won the 2021 Turkish Grand Prix, unfortunately for him many eyes are on the championship battle between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen. Can Verstappen finally dethrone Hamilton or will Lewis continue to make history? With 6 races remaining, this battle is shaping up to go down to the wire and this is certainly the best season we've had since 2016 where Nico Rosberg edged out Lewis Hamilton.
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For at least the past decade, the Western Conference Playoffs have always been represented heavily with Southwest divisional teams. In 2015, we saw all 5 teams of the Houston Rockets, Dallas Mavericks, San Antonio Spurs, New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA Playoffs. Heading into the 2021-22 season, all these teams now have new young stars to carry the franchise. Which star will take their team the furthest in the Western Conference? We preview all five teams in the Southwest Division.
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Earlier in the week, ESPN NBA Reporter Adrian Wojnarowski reported that contract extension talks between Deandre Ayton and the Pheonix Suns have stalled. Both parties are far from being on the same page and it could be a big obstacle as the Suns look to build off their NBA Finals campaign last season. They still need to look at extending Mikal Bridges before Oct. 18 as well as Cam Johnson next season. Robert Sarver and the Suns have always been reluctant to go into the luxury tax and if that continues, we may see another contending Suns team fall apart.
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The Atlanta Hawks are fresh off an Eastern Conference Finals appearance where they pushed the NBA Champions, the Milwaukee Bucks to six games. They brought back John Collins and Nate McMillan while also adding more depth to their roster. However, they continue to remain under the radar. Everyone needs to stop sleeping on the Atlanta Hawks.
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The Penrith Panthers had three straight victories by a margin of 4 points or less to capture the 2021 NRL Premiership. Penrith were ruthless with their kicking game all night and to the Rabbitohs' credit, they hung in for as long as they could. Unfortunately, the Rabbitohs made a bunch of errors which ultimately led to their downfall in the Grand Final. We break down the major talking points in the match.
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The South Sydney Rabbitohs and the Penrith Panthers meet in the finals again with the Rabbitohs looking to repeat their 16-10 performance only a couple weeks ago. We cover all the major talking points for the 2021 NRL Grand Final:
- Are Cleary and Reynolds the two best halfbacks in the game?
- Who has the advantage in their forward packs?
- Why Adam Reynolds' injury won't affect him significantly
- Can Blake Taaffe be the X-Factor to break down the Panthers defense?
- Why the fifth tackle options will be a massive factor in this matchup
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What will the tennis scene look like when Novak Djokovic is no longer at the top? After Daniil Medvedev's US Open Final win, he is certainly a candidate to be a future World No. 1. However, his fellow countrymen in Andrey Rublev, Aslan Karatsev and Karen Khachanov may also be heading towards the top of the rankings as they are all currently in the Top 30. We break down what the future of Men's Tennis could look like and how there may be a Russian Revolution on the horizon.
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Whatever hopes the 76ers have for Ben Simmons netting them an all-star calibre player is unreasonable at this stage. For both parties to genuinely benefit, the front office need to move on and settle for a trade which is more realistic. They could receive 2-3 players that can contribute, draft picks that can be used in future trades or expiring contracts which could give them cap space to sign a major free agent in the next offseason. By playing hardball, the 76ers aren't going to get any better in their chances to compete in the Eastern Conference. We break down why the Philadelphia 76ers front office need to have a compromise here.
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Some use the word 'heartbreak', we use the word 'agony'.
There were only 3 laps remaining with Lando Norris set to win his first ever race. Instead, late rain threw a spanner in the works and with the young McLaren star sniffing victory, he ultimately made the wrong call as Lewis Hamilton once again came out on top to win his 100th race of his career. We break down the key moments of the Formula 1 2021 Russian Grand Prix.
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The Western Bulldogs were leading 59-40 midway through the third quarter with Marcus Bontempelli leading the way. What would happen for the remainder of the game was one of the most shocking turn of events that we have seen in Grand Final history. Led by Christian Petracca, the Demons took over the game within minutes and secured the 2021 AFL Premiership after kicking 12 goals unanswered.
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Only one of Melbourne and Penrith would be able to book their spot in back to back Grand Finals and this time the Panthers came out on top. In a historic season for the Storm in terms of point scoring, they were ultimately neutralised. From losing Christian Welch and Brandon Smith as well as Penrith forcing a number of errors, we break down this outstanding 2021 Preliminary final match.
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Since 2007, the Melbourne Demons have had plenty of poor seasons. However, they made the most of their draft picks and have now developed a team which is on the cusp of ending a 57 year premiership drought. They have added pieces to surround a core group of players including Christian Petracca, Clayton Oliver, Max Gawn and after years of perseverance, it looks to be paying off.
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Will this Friday be the last time we see Adam Reynolds in a Rabbitohs jersey? Or can he lead them to a second Grand Final appearance since 2014? Reynolds has helped turn the Rabbitohs into a perennial Top-4 team and with financial limitations leading to his departure, there will be a lot of questions regarding how the Rabbits will cope without their key cornerstone of the past decade....
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Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea have become English juggernauts this season and there are mutiple things to look out for. Who will win the league title? Who will win the most trophies? Who has the best overall squad? The 2021/22 season should be extremely exciting with the battles we will get whether you're a fan of these teams or not.
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The Penrith Panthers are staring down the possibility of a Week 2 finals exit which would be disappointing considering their goals to win the premiership. Meanwhile, the Parramatta Eels look to advance to the preliminary finals which Brad Arthur has failed to do in his whole tenure at the club. Either way, it's going to be rough heading into the offseason for the loser....
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The Sea Eagles will be looking to bounce back from the thrashing they received from Melbourne. Meanwhile, the Roosters will be looking to make the most of their survival against the Titans. Although Manly are favourites to advance to the Prelims, they must not underestimate a Roosters team that will fight for a full 80 minutes....
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McLaren were massive winners over the weekend with Daniel Ricciardo winning his first race since leaving Red Bull and Lando Norris coming in at 2nd. But overall, there was plenty happening from start to finish and it ended up becoming one of the better races in 2021. Where would you rank the 2021 Italian Grand Prix?
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Daniil Medvedev had a clinical performance against Novak Djokovic who struggled to generate any momentum in the 2021 US Open Final. Medvedev was knocking on the door of a hard court major title since 2019 and he finally broke through while also denying Djokovic a chance at making history.
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Emma Raducanu and Leylah Fernandez made history and broke records by competing in the 2021 US Open Women's Final.
Raducanu won her first major grand slam trophy and completed a run without losing a single set! She also became the first ever qualifier to make a Grand Slam Final while also winning a major in the Open era. Meanwhile, Fernandez had battled through four grueling 3-set matches in a row defeating Naomi Osaka, Angelique Kerber, Elina Svitolina and Aryna Sabalenka.
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Pierre Gasly continues to get better and better under Alpha Tauri and has looked a completely different driver since breaking up with Red Bull in 2019. With his growth, it would be in Red Bull's best interests to start reconsidering Pierre Gasly to partner Max Verstappen from 2023 onwards.
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Tom Trbojevic and the Manly Sea Eagles are one of the hottest teams in the NRL right now. Manly can certainly contend for the premiership but there is one key area that is holding them back. Errors.
Errors had cost the Sea Eagles against the Storm back in Round 21 but if they can clean things up, Manly will certainly be a force to be reckoned with....
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Daniel Ricciardo's struggles continued in the 2021 Dutch Grand Prix as he finished outside the points once again. With Lando Norris also suffering a dry spell, McLaren has only accumulated a total 7 points in the past 3 races. Ferrari now has a 11.5 point lead for P3 in the Championship over McLaren but can Ricciardo find some late form to support Norris?
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The Chicago Bulls made bold changes during the 2021 NBA Trade Deadline when they acquired Nikola Vucevic. They have since went on to acquire Lonzo Ball and Demar Derozan to join Zach Lavine in what is now their most talented team in a number of years. There are many questions however, that head coach Billy Donovan needs to find the solutions to on both ends of the court. If he can't get the Bulls firing on all cylinders, the end result will not be what the franchise hoped for.
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It's been 10 years since the Geelong Cats won the AFL Premiership and if they fail to win in 2021, serious questions will be asked. It should be disappointing for Geelong fans that they haven't managed to cash in on all their regular season success over the past decade....
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Although the 2021 US Open won't involve the likes of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Dominic Thiem, Serena Williams and Venus Williams, there are still plenty of things to look out for in this tournament. Who will make it through to the quarter finals, who will win and who will be the runner up? We break down the major stories and go through our predictions of the Men's and Women's draw.
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Toto Wolff during the Belgian Grand Prix weekend announced that Mercedes had already decided who will partner Lewis Hamilton in 2022. After an amazing qualifying session from George Russell, it just makes sense in the short and long-term for him to be the second driver for Mercedes in 2022....
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The Western Bulldogs have had a horrible month in August and after dropping outside the Top 4, they are battling to avoid a third successive Week 1 Finals exit. Many fans would have had high expectations for Luke Beveridge and the Bulldogs in 2021 and if they fail to make the Prelims AT A MINIMUM, it would be a major disappointment....
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Out of all possible finals opponents, the GWS Giants will be the toughest for the Sydney Swans. These two teams have met in an elimination final in 2 of the past 5 years with the Giants winning each time. Can the Swans finally beat the Giants in an elimination final in 2021?
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Since rejoining the Premier League in 2019/20, Aston Villa have slowly built a competitive team which has improved them from fighting for survival to becoming a midtable team. After another eventful transfer window, we cover why this team has the makings to take another step forward and one which may see them sneak into European football....
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Southampton have remained in the English Premier League since 2012/13 but their run in the top league may be coming to an end in 2021/22....
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After winning their 19th straight game against the Titans in Round 23, the Storm continue their historic season and look to be in a league of their own. When analysing the NRL landscape, it honestly feels like the Panthers are the only team that can contend with the juggernaut of the Storm. At this stage, everyone should start preparing for the return of both the Storm and the Panthers in the 2021 Grand Final
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West Coast Eagles have dropped to 9th and they ain't beating the Brisbane Lions next week....
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If Clint Gutherson doesn't settle for anything less than $800,000, it's time for the Parramatta Eels to let him go....
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Richmond need a miracle to make the AFL finals in 2021 but how have they fallen off so far?
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After the Manly Sea Eagles embarrassed the Parramatta Eels winning 56-10, it has not been a good couple of weeks for the blue and gold. With lots of news regarding contract negotiations mixed with poor form, it is certainly an uneasy time right now. If there is anything to learn however, it's that there are significant changes that need to be made. We break down all the news and talking points that have come out from the Round 22 loss for Parramatta:
- Why Clint Gutherson isn't worth $1 million per year
- Contract talks are on hold to allow Clint Gutherson to focus on footy
- Eels re-sign Bryce Cartwright until end of 2023 and Ray Stone until end of 2022
- Eels looking like they'll lose Joey Lussick to the Super League next year
- Reed Mahoney out for the season with shoulder injury
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The South Sydney Rabbitohs notched their 10th win in a row defeating the Gold Coast Titans. This game was very different from their previous meeting in Round 7 where both teams scored a combined 70 points. The Titans squandered a number of opportunities to score tries and the Rabbitohs made them pay as they won convincingly 36-6. We break down the key factors that led to the Souths winning and discuss the news that have come out regarding both teams:
- Anthony Don announces his retirement at the end of the season
- Jamal Fogarty remains out despite being cleared to play
- Gold Coast bring back Kevin Proctor for 2022
- Dane Gagai misses the game due to a hamstring strain
- The Rabbitohs need to start putting together complete 80 minute performances heading into the finals
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Fresh off an 8-year contract extension, Josh Kelly stepped up for GWS as they win a crucial game against defending champions Richmond. With Top 8 implications, the Giants have effectively booked their spot in the finals while Richmond will rely on mathematical luck to have a chance in defending their premiership. We break down the key factors that led to the Giants' dominating win and discuss all the talking points coming out from both teams:
- Josh Kelly triggers an 8-year contract extension with the GWS Giants
- GWS appeal Toby Greene's suspension with no luck but will return next week
- David Astbury ruled out of the game just before the bounce with quad injury
- Can the Giants make some noise in the finals with players returning from injury?
- Will missing the finals be a blessing in disguise for Richmond?
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The 2021/22 English Premier League season begins this weekend and to help guide your excitement, we break down the games that you need to see whether you are fans of these teams or not. Here are the top games coming out from Gameweek 1 of the EPL.
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The 2021/22 English Premier League season is back this weekend and we break down what to expect from all angles:
- Will Manchester City repeat as champions?
- Who will finish in the highly coveted Top 4?
- Which teams will qualify for European competition (Europa League and European Conference League)?
- Which teams will be relegated to the Championship?
- Who will win the 2021/22 Golden Boot trophy?
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The Essendon Bombers have fought extremely hard the past couple of games to sneak into the Top 8. They just fell short to GWS and Sydney and faced the daunting task of playing the league leading Western Bulldogs. Fortunately, the Bombers kicked magnificently while the Dogs were a little off their game. Peter Wright had a career best game with 7 goals and he led the Bombers to a 97-84 win as they now trail the heels of West Coast and GWS. We break down all the talking points that came out from this game:
- Essendon's midfield of Stringer, Merrett and Parish stepped up against the Dogs' elite midfield
- Essendon made the most of their Inside 50 chances as opposed to the Bulldogs
- Lin Jong announces his retirement from the AFL
- Jamarra Ugle-Hagan signs on with the Western Bulldogs till 2024
- Could the West Coast Eagles potentially miss out on finals football?
- Who will finish 7th and 8th at the end of the season?
- Can Essendon sort out their defensive issues to trouble teams in the finals?
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Australia have never won a medal in their history of basketball having fallen short in 1988, 1996, 2000, 2016 and the 2019 FIBA World Cup where those teams all finished 4th. With perhaps the greatest Boomers performance ever, Patty Mills had 42 points and 9 assists to lead Australia to their first ever medal securing bronze. The Aussies contained Luka Doncic for Slovenia but the contributions of Joe Ingles, Jock Landale, Matisse Thybulle and Dante Exum were equally as significant for the Boomers. We break down all the talking points of the bronze medal game:
- Did Patty Mills have the greatest performance in Boomers history?
- Luka Doncic couldn't find the right balance between scoring and passing
- The Boomers having multiple players to step up on offense to help Patty was crucial
- Brian Goorjian's decision to start Matisse Thybulle was brilliant and needed
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The Manly Sea Eagles and Melbourne Storm faced each other for the first time this season and they produced an entertaining game. Unfortunately for Manly, they made 12 errors with a majority leading to attacking opportunities for the Storm. Cameron Munster starred for Melbourne scoring the final try of the game to seal the win. Tom Trbojevic also got involved with more of a facilitator role as opposed to his running game and scoring tries. We break down all the talking points that came out of this game:
- Can Manly battle the likes of the Storm, Panthers and Rabbitohs?
- Felise Kaufusi extends contract with Storm till the end of 2022
- Melbourne's bench could be stacked when Felise Kaufusi, Nelson Asofa-Solomona and Tui Kamikamica returns
- Playing against the Storm provides a small margin for error as they punish opponents for mistakes
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USA were looking to redeem themselves against France after losing to them in the group stages. However this time, the gold medal was at stake. France fought hard and tried everything to defeat USA but costly turnovers were a key factor in France's loss. France could never get within a one possession game in the 4th quarter as Kevin Durant starred for the USA once again with 29 points to claim the gold medal. Meanwhile, Rudy Gobert and Evan Fournier had 16 points each but it wasn't enough as they lost 87-82 securing a silver medal.
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The Parramatta Eels are hanging on for dear life to their Top 4 spot having lost 3 games in a row and suffering another heavy defeat. The South Sydney Rabbitohs have now scored 38 points or more in four straight games against the Eels and they now push themselves to 2nd temporarily. There are a lot of significant decisions that need to be made by Parramatta if they are to get over the hump to potentially win a premiership. We break down all the talking points regarding both teams:
- Brad Arthur needs to be sacked if the Eels don't make the preliminary finals
- Parramatta need to prioritise re-signing Clint Gutherson, Junior Paulo and Reed Mahoney from 2022 onwards
- Reagan Campbell-Gillard expected to be out until finals with a groin injury
- Reed Mahoney suffers significant shoulder injury once again
- The Rabbitohs need to focus on their defense to match Melbourne and Penrith
- Rabbitohs hope to get Alex Johnston, Liam Knight and Campbell Graham back in the coming weeks
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After defeating USA last month in an exhibition game, many were curious to see how the Australia Boomers would fare in their second meeting. Unfortunately for the Boomers, their quest to secure a medal will now have to be for bronze as they wait to see whether they play Slovenia or France. The Aussies crumbled on both offense and defense in the second half with Kevin Durant and Devin Booker leading the way for the USA. Despite some criticism of their play, the Americans are set to battle for another gold medal.
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The Australia Boomers used a massive second half to blow out Argentina in the Quarter-finals of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Australia were locked in from deep as they made 17 3 point baskets to eliminate Argentina. The Aussies are now set to face the USA who they defeated in an exhibition match only last month. We break down how the Boomers were able to pull away from Argentina and preview the semi-final matchup against the USA.
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From the very first turn, there was plenty of drama and chaos with up to 6 cars retiring from the race. Valtteri Bottas initiated a pile up of cars after locking up and crashing into a number of cars. Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton then decided to stick on intermediate tyres while the track was drying up which forced him to lose track position as everyone else had pitted on the grid. In one of the more astonishing and crazy races of the season, Esteban Ocon and his teammate Fernando Alonso took advantage of the situation.
- Sebastian Vettel disqualified from the Hungarian Grand Prix
- Williams had both cars finish in the points
- Max Verstappen outduels Daniel Ricciardo to finish in the points
- Lewis Hamilton battling Fernando Alonso was the highlight of the race
- Mercedes pit stop strategy continues to reap rewards during the race
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The Fremantle Dockers and Richmond Tigers were playing in a pivotal game where the winner would likely finish Round 20 inside the Top 8. With windy and gusty conditions, it was a difficult day of kicking for both teams. Both teams kicked a combined 13 goals and 28 behinds. However, when it mattered most, the home team Fremantle was able to score the final goal and hold on to win a crucial game. We break down all the talking points that came out of this thrilling game:
- Why the Fremantle Dockers are similar to the Sydney Swans
- The young core of Fremantle talent will benefit massively with a finals berth
- Can Richmond still make one final push for the Top 8?
- What does Richmond need to revitalise their team going forward?
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In a clash between the two best teams in the NRL, we saw the Melbourne Storm defeating the Penrith Panthers 37-10. With both sides missing key players, the historic rate of point scoring from the Storm continued. We break down the hypothetical of the Storm and Panthers meeting in the 2021 Grand Final and what the Panthers could do to beat the juggernaut of Melbourne. We also cover the news heavy week regarding both teams:
- What can the Panthers do to overcome the Storm in 2021?
- Dale Finucane joins Cronulla Sharks on a four-year $2.5 million deal
- Brian To'o to undergo surgery on ankle and faces six weeks on the sideline
- Why Craig Bellamy re-signed with the Melbourne Storm
- Scott Sorensen has re-signed with Penrith for two more years
- Ryan Papenhuyzen re-signs with Melbourne for four more years
- Tevita Pangai Jr joins Penrith for the remainder of 2021 and expected to debut next week against Roosters
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Aron Baynes suffered an unfortunate neck injury against Italy which was aggravated by an incident where he slipped in the bathroom. It has ruled him out for the remainder of the Olympics. With the Australia Boomers losing their starting centre, it is a big blow in their quest to secure a medal. Against Germany, they were able to exploit the lack of size from the Boomers but they just weren't good enough to capitalise completely. Jock Landale and Nic Kay continued to step up in Baynes' absence while Patty Mills led the way once again as the Boomers beat Germany 89-76.
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The Sydney Roosters were able to secure a crucial victory which now sees them join the Parramatta Eels on 28 points for 4th place on the ladder. Despite continuing to suffer injuries, the Roosters continue to churn out results while the Eels are desperately seeking the return of Mitchell Moses. Plenty of news has come out regarding the Roosters' involvement in the transfer market and we also discuss what the issues with the Eels are all about:
- Roosters to chase Brandon Smith as Boyd Cordner's replacement
- Dale Copley looks likely to join Roosters before mid-season transfer deadline
- Roosters potentially looking at Jorge Taufua and Tevita Funa through the loan system
- How the Parramatta Eels have lost their identity to success
- Reagan Campbell-Gillard and Josh Morris suffer hamstring injuries
- Maika Sivo is not playing with energy and aggression for a number of weeks now
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Both Australia and Italy were coming off successful opening games in their Olympics campaign. This shaped up to be a massive game as the winner most likely will be the leader of Group B. It was a hard fought, back and forth game between both teams from start to finish. However, the difference maker was the offensive rebounding from the Aussies with their big men in Aron Baynes, Jock Landale and Nick Kay securing 13 offensive rebounds combined. The second chance points helped the Boomers massively as they went on to win in close fashion 86-83.
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The Australia Boomers opened their Olympic campaign in Tokyo with a 84-67 win against Nigeria. However, it wasn't the prettiest of games as both teams combined for 45 total turnovers. It was fairly close for three quarters until Nigeria's free throw shooting woes and the Boomers defense guided them to victory. Australia was led by none other than Patty Mills who starred with 25 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists, 4 steals while making 5 three-pointers.
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We saw the Top 2 teams of the AFL battle it out with the winner being able to have sole possession of the top spot on the ladder. When the Melbourne Demons and the Western Bulldogs last met, the Demons came out on top but this time the Dogs were able to get them back. We break down all the factors that led to a Bulldogs win and discuss the news regarding both teams:
- Cody Weightman re-signs with the Western Bulldogs for two more years
- Alex Keath leaves game with a hamstring injury
- Jake Lever and Steven May were ineffective against the Dogs
- The Western Bulldogs have more 'game-winners' and are more finals ready than the Demons
- Will the Melbourne Demons fade in the finals?
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The Sydney Roosters and Newcastle Knights both had stakes for this game in Round 19. The Roosters with a win could inch closer to a Top 4 spot while the Knights with a win could inch closer to a Top 8 spot. With Kalyn Ponga suffering a sternum injury during warm up, he was neutralised in his impact and the Roosters took full advantage winning 28-8. We discuss all the news that have come out regarding both teams while also breaking down how the Roosters were able to dominate the game:
- Josh Morris set to return with injuries to Billy Smith and Matt Ikuvalu after being dropped for a 'lack of form'
- Could David Klemmer return to the Bulldogs in 2022?
- Roosters sign Renouf Atoni to a 2-year deal starting in 2022
- Dane Gagai signs with the Newcastle Knights from 2022 onwards
- James Tedesco with a dominating performance against Newcastle
- Roosters vs Eels in Round 20 is shaping up to be a crucial game in the season
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The Canberra Raiders are looking to make a late season push for finals football having won 3 games in a row all against Top 8 teams. They managed to grind out a close victory against the Parramatta Eels having won 12-10. There's been plenty of news coming out regarding both teams and we discuss all the talking points while breaking down how the Raiders came out on top:
- Mitch Moses played with a fractured back for 70 minutes in Origin Game 3
- Parramatta looking to sign Anthony Milford for the remainder of 2021?
- Xavier Savage has been ruled out for the rest of the season
- The Raiders had more passion and desire to win the game
- Can Canberra make the finals with players returning from injury?
- Jordan Rapana put in an MVP performance for the Raiders
- Should Parramatta have received a penalty on Sivo's final try attempt?
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The Milwaukee Bucks have a rich history in their franchise dating back from when they won their first championship in 1971. They had great success in the 70s and the 80s but from the 90s onwards, the Bucks had often struggled to develop competitive teams.The Bucks were on the verge of potentially being moved away from Milwaukee. However, new owners had saved the city from losing their team and committed to building a championship organisation in Milwaukee. Their fortunes had turned once they drafted an unknown in Giannis Antetokounmpo and since then, through hard work and perseverance, he has led the Bucks to their second NBA title.
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It was an extremely controversial race as Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen collided on the very first lap which saw Verstappen crash into the barriers. With Verstappen out of the race, Charles Leclerc stepped up to battle Hamilton for the win but it was Hamilton that was too much to overcome and ultimately won the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. We discuss all the talking points that came out of the race:
- Was Lewis Hamilton right to be punished for Max Verstappen's crash?
- Battle between Ferrari vs McLaren was on full display
- It was a horrible day for pit stop teams at Silverstone
- Alpine low key had a decent race to gain ground on Aston Martin and Alpha Tauri
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We saw the introduction of the sprint qualifying format at Silverstone in the British Grand Prix. Many had mixed opinions going into the weekend but after sprint qualifying had finished, it's clear to see that there isn't any room for sprint qualifying in the long term. While it's admirable that the FIA is trying to shake things up, traditional qualifying is best going forward. We break down all the talking points as to why the negatives outweigh the positives for sprint qualifying:
- From a commercial standpoint, sprint qualifying could be valuable to casual/new fans
- Sprint qualifying acts as a mini race where the faster drivers end up at the front of the grid nonetheless
- Fernando Alonso makes the most of the sprint qualifying session
- Sergio Perez and Red Bull could have their race compromised
- Max Verstappen starts on pole for the 2021 British Grand Prix race
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The Milwaukee Bucks have now tied the series at 2-2 after coming from behind to win Game 4 at home against the Pheonix Suns. It was a thrilling game to the very end which came with plenty of drama in particular Devin Booker not being called for an intentional foul which would have been his 6th and final foul. Nonetheless, some huge defensive possessions from Jrue Holiday and Giannis Antetokounmpo helped the Bucks stay in the game. Chris Paul had one of his poorer playoff performances and Khris Middleton showed up big with 40 points to match Devin Booker's 42 points to guide the Bucks to victory. We break down the major talking points coming out of Game 4.
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The NSW Blues had secured the 2021 State of Origin Series win having won the first two games. However, there was still plenty to look forward to in Game 3. NSW could have secured a 3-0 whitewash which would've been the first sweep since 2000. Nonetheless, QLD managed to fight their way to victory in Game 3 as the series ended 2-1. We break down all the talking points and key moments from Game 3:
- Did Game 3 feel closer to an NRL game more so than an Origin game?
- How did Mitchell Moses perform on debut?
- Latrell Mitchell and NSW's decision to kick a penalty goal 50m out demonstrated a lack of confidence to the playmakers
- Game 3 shows why NSW needs Jarome Luai and most importantly Nathan Cleary
- How Queensland are masters in grinding out close games
- What does the future look like for the Queensland Maroons?
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Novak Djokovic is in the running to have a historic year after winning the 2021 Wimbledon tournament. He has now joined Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in winning 20 major grand slam titles while also being in the running to complete a calendar grand slam. Matteo Berrettini played a decent game but the 6-time Wimbledon champion elevated his game to overcome the Italian. We break down the match set by set and discuss how Djokovic was able to neutralise the power of Berrettini
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A week after the Sydney Swans thrashed the West Coast Eagles, they backed it up with a quality win against the Western Bulldogs. Jordan Dawson, Jake Lloyd and Callum Mills starred for the Swans in a game that relied heavily on transitioning from defense to offense. We break down all the key factors that led to the Swans win as well as the talking points for both teams going forward:
- The Swans' short kicking game and high pressure tackling can trouble any team
- Can the Swans make some noise in the 2021 finals?
- How did No.1 pick Jamarra Ugle-Hagan perform in his AFL debut?
- Why were the key forwards Lance Franklin and Josh Bruce ineffective in the game?
- Western Bulldogs will be fine once players return from injury
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Ash Barty defeated Karolina Pliskova in the 2021 Wimbledon Final to claim her 2nd major grand slam title in her tennis career. Ash Barty becomes the first Australian lady to win Wimbledon since Evonne Goolagong Cawley in 1980. We review Ash Barty's overall tournament, discuss how she was able to overcome Pliskova as well as detailing the journey of Barty's career from being a professional cricketer to becoming a World No.1 in Women's Tennis. Australia haven't had a World No.1 tennis player since most recently Lleyton Hewitt and Sam Stosur.
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The Pheonix Suns have taken a 2-0 lead against the Milwaukee Bucks off the back of a massive shooting performance going 20/40 from 3-point range. Devin Booker led the way for the Suns with 31 points and seven 3-pointers while Giannis Antetokounmpo attempted to carry his team with 42 points and 12 rebounds. The Bucks have little room for error as they must win Games 3 and 4 at home and we break down what Milwaukee has to do to extend the series. Right now, the Suns have a response for everything the Bucks throw at them
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Nick Kyrgios participated in Wimbledon which was his first tournament since the Australian Open. He made bold statements of being able to "beat 50% of the draw without much preparation" while also jokingly calling himself a "part-time player." He entertained the Wimbledon crowd and went onto the third round to face young gun Felix Auger-Aliassime but ultimately retired hurt. We tackle the topic of whether tennis fans should enjoy or be upset with how Kyrgios approaches the game of Tennis.
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The Pheonix Suns took Game 1 of the NBA Finals winning 118-105 at home against the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks had no answers defensively for the Suns as Chris Paul, Devin Booker and DeAndre Ayton managed to combine for 82 points. We break down all the talking points and the key factors that led to a convincing victory for the Pheonix Suns:
- It is proven that switching and drop coverage doesn't work against Pheonix
- Why Giannis Antetokounmpo needs to play centre for as long as possible
- The Suns versatility allows them to adapt to different matchups
- Chris Paul, Devin Booker and DeAndre Ayton are matchup nightmares for Bucks defenders
- Can Milwaukee get consistent help for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton?
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The Milwaukee Bucks and the Pheonix Suns were the unlikely picks to make the NBA Finals but its actually shaping up to be an interesting series. There are plenty of things to keep an eye on as we break down all the talking points and factors that will determine who wins the NBA Championship in 2021:
- Giannis Antetokounmpo is listed as doubtful to play in Game 1
- What positional matchups should we expect to see from both teams
- Which coaching staff will make the better in-game adjustments?
- Why defending the 3-point line is crucial for Milwaukee
- Which role players can be relied upon during this series?
- What type of defensive schemes will both teams employ?
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The past couple of Formula 1 races have been highly entertaining but the Austrian Grand Prix may have topped it all. There was everything from wheel to wheel racing, midfield battles and strategy countering. While the race winner was as expected, there was plenty going on throughout the rest of the grid which kept things interesting. We discuss all the talking points and the news that have come out from the race at the Red Bull Ring:
- Did George Russell finish in the points for the 1st time in his Williams career?
- Lando Norris continues to carry McLaren
- Sergio Perez involved in multiple racing incidents
- Lewis Hamilton re-signs with Mercedes for another 2 years
- Toto Wolff says Mercedes will decide on Hamilton's teammate over the summer
- FIA to force F1 teams to slow down their pit stops
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The Sydney Swans were firing on all cylinders as they thrashed the West Coast Eagles by 92 points! Eight players for the Swans kicked 2 goals or more and West Coast had one of their worst performances in a very long time. We discuss all the talking points from the Swans victory and lookahead to the postseason:
- The Swans ability to tackle and apply pressure is their key to success
- Why the Swans need a quality key defender to get to the next level
- Why are West Coast underachieving once again in 2021?
- Who is most likely to finish in the 7th and 8th spot at the end of the season?
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It was an amazing Western Sydney derby game which ended with a thrilling finish till the very last second. It was a physical contest which came down to field goals and penalty goals to potentially win the game. The final score saw the Penrith Panthers beating the Parramatta Eels 13-12. We break down all the key moments of the Round 16 clash and discuss the topic of whether Brad Fittler should choose Mitchell Moses for NSW in Game 3 of the State of Origin series?
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The Melbourne Storm made history in Round 16 being the first team to score 40 points in a single season 10 times. They made light work of the Sydney Roosters who were extremely poor in all aspects of the game. We discuss whether we should prepare for another Melbourne Storm and Penrith Panthers Grand Final in 2021. Plus, we analyse Joseph Suaalii, if there's any chemistry issues and where he fits within the Sydney Roosters.
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The Milwaukee Bucks had a chance to go back home with a 3-1 series lead but it was the Atlanta Hawks that came out with urgency and have tied the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-2. With Trae Young being injured in Game 3, another freak accident occurred in Game 4 resulting in a knee hyperextension for Giannis Antetokounmpo. We break down what the series will look like going forward:
- Regardless of the results, Mike Budenholzer still isn't the right coach for the Bucks
- Lou Williams stepped up in the absence of Trae Young
- The key for the Atlanta Hawks success is consistent, quality defense
- Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday need to step up for the Bucks in Game 5
- Can Milwaukee recover from the injury to Giannis?
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The Queensland Maroons were held scoreless in Suncorp Stadium as the New South Wales Blues secured their third series win in four years with another convincing victory. We discuss all the talking points that have come out from Game 2.
- Why this 2021 NSW Blues team is different to previous years
- Queensland have a young core and are in a rebuilding phase
- Ronaldo Mulitalo was ruled ineligible to play for the QLD Maroons
- What were the keys to success for NSW in this series win?
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It has been a short turnaround from the French Open and we are now at the third major grand slam of 2021. Is there anybody that can stop Novak Djokovic? Will either Venus or Serena Williams continue to dominate Wimbledon? Which Australian has the best chance to make a deep run on the grass courts? We discuss all the news and talking points that involve the 2021 Wimbledon tournament:
- Rafael Nadal will not participate in Wimbledon and the Olympic Games
- Dominic Thiem has withdrawn due to a wrist injury
- Simona Halep has also withdrawn due to a calf injury
- Which first round matchups will be surprisingly good?
- Predictions of Winner/Runner-Up of 2021 Wimbledon tournament
- How will the Aussies perform at Wimbledon?
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In a highly anticipated matchup between two of the top teams in the AFL, the Brisbane Lions got their revenge on the Geelong Cats in Round 15 of the 2021 AFL season. The victory now sees Brisbane leapfrog Geelong into 3rd place. The performance by Brisbane was relentless from start to finish as they suffocated Geelong all over the park. We go over all the talking points that have come out from this game:
- Is Lachie Neale's shoulder injury significant?
- Brisbane's tackling and pressure around the ball was the difference maker
- Daniel Rich is having an elite season from halfback
- The difference in play styles between Geelong and Brisbane
- Brisbane's defense neutralised Jeremy Cameron, Tom Hawkins and Joel Selwood
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The Los Angeles Clippers had a prime opportunity to win on the road and tie the series in the Western Conference Finals. However, after 2 missed free throws by Paul George and a spectacular alley-oop play converted DeAndre Ayton, the Pheonix Suns stole Game 2 at home to hold a crucial 2-0 lead in the series. We discuss all the talking points that have come out of Game 2 including:
- How did Ty Lue's adjustments from Game 1 to Game 2 work out?
- The strength of the Pheonix Suns and what makes them so good?
- Should Pheonix be favourites to be the 2020-21 NBA Champions?
- Kawhi Leonard is reportedly day-to-day with a 'knee sprain'
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We saw an incredible collapse by the Philadelphia 76ers multiple times in their second round series against the Atlanta Hawks. Many questions are now being asked about Ben Simmons and what his future holds. We also dive into the Eastern Conference Finals matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks. We discuss all the talking points that have come out from the Eastern Conference playoff series:
- With Ben Simmons' trade value at an all-time low, where does he go?
- Ben Simmons doubtful to play for Australia Boomers
- Mike Budenholzer has 'gone a long way in securing future in Milwaukee'
- Should the Atlanta Hawks start Danilo Gallinari to matchup with the Bucks?
- Why Jrue Holiday is the most important player in this series
- How should the Bucks defend Trae Young?
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It was a highly entertaining Formula 1 race at the French Grand Prix which saw Max Verstappen overtake Lewis Hamilton on the second last lap to win his third race of the season. There were some questionable decisions made by Mercedes which ultimately cost Hamilton the win and Valterri Bottas a podium spot. We break down all the talking points that came out of the fun and dramatic race:
- Mercedes greedily compromises Valterri Bottas to try and help Lewis Hamilton
- The undercut proved effective in the French Grand Prix
- Daniel Ricciardo bounces back to push McLaren ahead of Ferrari
- Red Bull continue separating themselves from Mercedes
- Can Pierre Gasly help lead Alpha Tauri to beat Alpine and Aston Martin?
- Esteban Ocon signs a new 3-year deal with Alpine
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After leading 74-57 in the 3rd quarter, the Milwaukee Bucks squandered a significant lead to the Brooklyn Nets. Kevin Durant carried the Nets to comeback and secure a crucial Game 5 victory at home with a triple double of 49 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists along with 3 steals and 2 blocks. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way for the Bucks with 34 points and 12 rebounds but struggled mightily late in the 4th quarter. We break down all the talking points that came out of Game 5:
- What impact did the return of James Harden have?
- Is Kevin Durant the best player in the NBA right now?
- Will coach Mike Budenholzer be fired if he fails to win the series?
- What is wrong with the Milwaukee Bucks right now?
- What does Giannis Antetokounmpo need to do to be successful going forward?
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Novak Djokovic fought hard to come back and defeat Stefanos Tsitsipas in 5 sets to claim his second French Open title in his career. He now sits on 19 major grand slam titles which is one off from the total of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. Novak is the only player to come back from two sets to love down twice in one tournament and win the finals. He is also the only player to win every grand slam tournament at least twice during their career. He isn't the most popular and has often embraced a villain role. Whether you like him or hate him, we discuss where he stands in the debate of being the 'Greatest of All Time.'
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There were plenty of twists and turns in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix which saw an unlikely podium of Sergio Perez, Sebastian Vettel and Pierre Gasly. What occurred during the race? What were the key factors that led to the outcome of the race? We break down all the talking points that came out from the dramatic and eventful race in Baku including:
- Should Daniel Ricciardo have stayed at Alpine?
- Alex Albon discusses all his issues at Red Bull with Sergio Perez
- What does the future hold for Valterri Bottas?
- What are the key battles and rivalries between teams in the 2021 Formula 1 season?
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Nobody would have predicted the NSW Blues to beat the QLD Maroons 50-6 in the first game of Origin this season. It's now left Queensland looking for answers and can the Blues seal the deal after blowing a prime opportunity in 2020 to win 3 straight series? We cover multiple talking points on the Coming in Hot show:
- The impact that the Penrith Panther players had on the Blues
- Was the decision to drop Reed Mahoney from the Maroons the right call?
- How did the Blues steamroll the Maroons?
- What changes should the Blues and Maroons make for Game 2?
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The Second Round of the NBA Playoffs is shaping up to be highly entertaining with competitive matchups. On this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Analysis of the mouth-watering heavyweight matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Brooklyn Nets.
- Can the fairytale season for the Atlanta Hawks continue with Joel Embiid potentially remaining injured?
- We discuss whether the Pheonix Suns have what it takes to come out of the Western Conference?
- Who wins Game 7 between the Dallas Mavericks and LA Clippers?
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The defending champions Richmond have dominated the AFL over the past couple of years but they have started slow to start the season. There are plenty of good teams in the competition and who has the best chance at taking the flag away from Richmond? We break down the Top 8 teams and evaluate the ceilings of what they can do.
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The second major grand slam of 2021 has arrived and it is shaping to up to be an exciting tournament. Who can dethrone Rafael Nadal as the King of Clay? Who will come out on top in an always unpredictable women's tournament? We discuss Naomi Osaka addressing mental health issues and how media duties affect it. There is plenty to go over regarding the 2021 French Open.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- What makes clay courts different to grass and hard courts?
- Which first round matchups will be surprisingly good?
- Predictions of Winner/Runner-Up of 2021 French Open
- Why do the Aussies struggle at the French Open?
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The 2021 NBA Playoffs have provided a mixture of thrilling games as well as blowouts so far. We cover all the talking points from the positive and negatives regarding the return of fans, the factors that will determine certain playoff series and why it's great to see the young stars of the NBA shining bright in the postseason.
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There continues to be clashes in Canberra as the Raiders have now released halfback George Williams effective immediately. Fireworks have sparked between journalists and players with the rift between players and coaches continuing to grow. Will Ricky Stuart remain as head coach? What should the Raiders do going forward? We break down the weekend's games plus all the major stories in the NRL
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Dragons looking to replace Matt Dufty with Nicho Hynes?
- Ryan Matterson stays with Parramatta for 2022
- Parramatta Eels and Bryce Cartwright in talks to return for 2022
- Victor Radley receives a 5 match ban and Angus Crichton receives a 2 match ban
- Drew Hutchinson is back in hospital with his collapsed lung
- Blake Green announces immediate retirement from Rugby League
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The NRL announced before Round 10 that there would be harsher consequences for incidents involving high contact to the head as well as set restart infringements. As a result, there was a total of 16 sin bins and send offs. With the way things are going, the NRL will become a joke. They should DEFINITELY do what they can to protect players but there needs to be common sense in determining what is malicious and what is an accident. We break down the situation of what the NRL should do instead.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- NBA Playoffs Preview and Predictions
- Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix Lookahead
- Top 4 of the English Premier League to be decided on the final day of the season
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For new NBA fans who started following the sport recently, it seems like a number of players are capable of getting triple doubles. It almost seems like triple doubles have become normalised but that wasn't the case at least 10 years ago. What Russell Westbrook has accomplished with his triple doubles is no easy feat and it's time to respect and give credit to him no matter what you think of him. What does this accomplishment mean for Westbrook's career?
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes outsmart Max Verstappen and Red Bull in Spain
- Adam Reynolds confirmed joining the Brisbane Broncos on a 3-year deal
- Manchester City win the 2020-21 English Premier League Title
- Quick Tips for AFL Round 9 and NRL Round 10
- Games to watch out for on the Weekend
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Fans would have had high hopes for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA and the Canberra Raiders in the NRL heading into the 2021 season. These two teams are stacked with talent yet they are underachieving and have become huge disappointments in their sports. With reports being released of tension, drama and clashes between certain players and the coaches, we look at what has gone wrong and why the chemistry just isn't working out for both teams.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Pacers suspend assistant coach Greg Foster and fine centre Goga Bitadze due to an on-court exchange
- Josh Hodgson steps down as Canberra Raiders captain
- Xavier Coates is joining the Melbourne Storm on a two-year deal
- NRL Player Movement: Nathan Brown, Kotoni Staggs, Josh Schuster, Connor Tracey, Scott Drinkwater re-sign
- Weekly NRL Recap
- Weekly AFL Recap
- Top 5 Results of the Weekend
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The 2020-21 NBA Regular Season is about to conclude and the highly debated topic of who is MVP doesn't seem to have a clear favourite. There are multiple legitimate candidates for the trophy this season. We break down the players with the best chance to win the trophy plus we give you our pick for the MVP based on a particular criteria
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Lebron James claims whoever created the NBA play-in tournament "should be fired"
- Formula 1 Portuguese Grand Prix Recap
- Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix Lookahead
- Romain Grosjean temporarily returns to Formula 1 via Mercedes
- Games to watch out for on the Weekend
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The NRL have plans to revitalise the sport by implementing an American concept of conferences. What will it look like? How can it improve the game? We go through the positives and negatives that the conference system can bring to the NRL. Plus, we provide our own proposal of what the NRL should do to generate extra interest to the competition.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- How have the Melbourne Demons started 2021 so strong?
- Is Joseph Suaalii set to debut for the Roosters next week?
- Weekly AFL Recap
- Weekly NRL Recap
- Update on EPL Top 4 Race
- Top 5 Results of the Week!
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In an attempt to make the Formula 1 race weekends more appealing, a new concept known as sprint qualifying was introduced. What is it? How will it work? We'll break it all down and go into why it is a great move to trial the concept. Despite mixed reactions, there are absolutely NO downsides to it and everyone should give it a chance.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Formula 1 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix Recap
- Formula 1 Portuguese Grand Prix Preview
- North Queensland Cowboys confirm their halves for 2022
- Is Adam Reynolds set to join the Cronulla Sharks for 2022?
- The Bulldogs continue to fill out their rebuilding roster for 2022
- Games to watch out for on the weekend
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The European Super League was announced by 12 founding clubs but after it was met with massive backlash, the concept has since been suspended. We analyse the events and timeline from the announcement down to the withdrawal of teams from the Super League!
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- What is the European Super League and how was it going to operate?
- The negative effects that the Super League would've had on Football in Europe
- Jose Mourinho was fired by Tottenham Hotspur
- Ed Woodward is resigning as chairman of Manchester United at end of 2021
- Games to watch out for on the weekend
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The Geelong Cats were pegged as a title contender heading into the season. However they currently sit 8th on the ladder and look miles away from the top teams in the AFL. If this group can't get the job done is it time for Geelong to start preparing for their future? We break down what the club might look like after its core veterans move on and what the future may hold for the club.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Brisbane Broncos sign Karmichael Hunt to return to the NRL
- Lamarcus Aldridge retires from the NBA effective immediately
- Weekly NRL Recap
- Weekly AFL Recap
- Top 5 Results of the Week!
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Harry Kane has given a massive ultimatum to Tottenham that he wants Champions League otherwise he will leave. What is the future direction of Tottenham? Where will Harry Kane likely go? We discuss all the variables surrounding this situation.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Leicester City joins the battle to secure their Champions League Spot
- Will West Ham make the UEFA Champions League for the first time ever?
- Cronulla Sharks sign Craig Fitzgibbon to a 3-year deal to coach from 2022 onwards
- Games to watch out for on the weekend
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Negotiations between star halfback Adam Reynolds and the South Sydney Rabbitohs have hit the wall as both parties can't seem to provide the other what they want. Where else can Reynolds land in 2022 and what is the best situation for him? We discuss the factors that could lead to his departure and where he should go.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Analysis of NBA Western Conference Playoffs Situation
- Weekly AFL Recap
- Weekly NRL Recap
- Top 5 Results of the Week (New Segment)
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There is an emergence of young talent that is taking the AFL by storm. The Sydney Swans have won all three games and what are the keys to their success? We break down the up and coming stars that are developing before our eyes and the play style which has troubled their opposition so far.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Record viewership numbers for the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix
- NRL introduces an 18th man for Round 5 onwards
- Does the NBA Buyout/Waivers market give an unfair advantage to big market contending teams?
- Games to watch out for on the weekend (New Segment)
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Has the NRL game become too fast paced for the players? With a plague of injuries ravaging each team, we discuss potential rule changes to ensure safety for the players while maintaining the entertaining brand of footy we currently see.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Wests Tigers reach out to Jackson Hastings in the UK to join the team
- Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Recap - Lewis Hamilton vs Max Verstappen
- Who wins the race for the Eastern Conference's highly coveted 4th seed?
- Updates on Free Agents from the NBA Buyout/Waivers Market
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The NBA Trade Market became extremely active within the final hours of the deadline. Which teams were the bigger sellers and which teams were the best buyers? We discuss every single trade that happened 24 hours before the trade deadline and analyse the impact with the teams involved.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Did the Orlando Magic make the right call to blow up their team and restart?
- Are the Chicago Bulls the ultimate winners of the Trade Deadline?
- Lamarcus Aldridge is expected to sign with the Brooklyn Nets
- Weekly AFL Recap
- Weekly NRL Recap
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The 2021 Formula 1 season is about to begin with the Bahrain Grand Prix this weekend. Can anyone dethrone Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes? How will the drivers perform at their new teams? Will the battle of the midfield be the main attraction for 2021? We break down the pecking order and make predictions for the upcoming Formula 1 season.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Can Russia dominate the tennis scene with the emergence of rising star Aslan Karatsev?
- Can Manchester City win the quadruple and make history?
- Lamelo Ball will miss time after suffering a fractured right wrist
- NBA Trade Deadline News and Rumors
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Tottenham Hotspur are currently in shambles and as a Spurs fan, after losing to Dinamo Zagreb in the UEFA Europa League in the Round of 16. There isn't much left to look forward to for the rest of the season. I break down the state of the club, why change is needed and discuss the potential opportunities that Tottenham have wasted.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- AFL implement new rules for 2021 season
- Milwaukee Bucks trade for PJ Tucker
- Are the Pheonix Suns the real deal in 2020-21?
- AFL/NRL Weekly Recap
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Full opening segment for Episode 5 of the Beyond the Headlines: Coming in Hot Podcast discussing the Tottenham's failures in the UEFA Europa League
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The 2021 AFL season begins tonight with Richmond looking to continue their dominance with their quest to three-peat. Who are the contenders for this season, who could surprise us and who will disappoint? We discuss each team's prospects and analyse the Round 1 matchups.
Also, on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Who is the 2021 Dark Horse Contender that can challenge Richmond?
- Brandon Smith looking to leave the Melbourne Storm early?
- Joseph Suaalii given an exemption to play in the NRL before the age of 18
- English Premier League Top 4 race is wide open
- NRL Round 2 Preview
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Full Segment during Episode 3 of the Beyond the Headlines: Coming in Hot Podcast.
- AFL moves the 2021 Grand Final back to its traditional afternoon format
The NBA Trade Deadline is less than 2 weeks away and there are plenty of buyers and sellers in the trade market. Who are the highly coveted players and what are the logical destinations? We discuss the likelihood of where some of the top players could land.
Also on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- AFL moves the 2021 Grand Final back to its traditional afternoon format
- Houston Rockets are expected to have a 'fire sale' at the trade deadline
- Lamarcus Aldridge and the San Antonio Spurs agree to part ways
- Which playoff team does Andre Drummond best fit in?
- NRL Round 1 Results and Analysis
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The NRL season is back for 2021 and many teams look poised to improve from 2020. Who are the contenders for this season, who could surprise us and who will disappoint? We discuss each team's prospects and analyse the Round 1 matchups.
Also, on this episode of Coming in Hot:
- Why one rule change in the NRL could potentially be a failure
- Does Blake Griffin joining the Brooklyn Nets make them runaway favourites?
- Who will secure the final Champions League spot in the English Premier League
- Who will be relegated and drop down into the Championship next season
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