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NZ Herald Focus 10 July - SPORT
New Zealand

NZ Herald Focus 10 July - SPORT

The gap between New Zealand and Australian Super Rugby franchises has been highlighted after another round of victories. Lydia Ko is in the hunt for another women’s major golf title, sitting one shot clear after three rounds of the US Women’s Open in California.

Kiwis beaten by Kangaroos
New Zealand

Kiwis beaten by Kangaroos

As the champagne flowed for the Australian side, the tears flowed for the Kiwis after they were humbled 34-2 in this morning's World Cup final. It brought to an end what had been a promising campaign but highlighted why Australia have been the dominant rugby league nation for some time. Even though the Kiwis won the 2008 World Cup, they could never really have claimed to be the best side around.