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England face tough Italian job

They may have thumped Italy 59-13 at Twickenham last year but England will not be underestimating the Azzurri at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Saturday.

Clarke inspires Australian win

Australia's Michael Clarke plays a big shot. <i>AFP</i>Australian captain Michael Clarke's inspired start to 2012 continued against Sri Lanka on Friday.
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    France have the edge

    France' scrumhalf/flyhalf Morgan Parra.  <i>AFP</i>France hold a slight edge over Ireland as the two teams gear up for the big match on Saturday.
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  • I drilled it great - Woods

    Tiger Woods hits an approach shot. <i>AFP</i>"I drilled it great today," said Tiger Woods after a solid start at Pebble Beach on Thursday.
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