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<i>Jessica Priestley:</i> Legendary race an enduring testimony to people power
As runners limber up to run 42.195km for the Auckland Marathon on Sunday, some may want to reflect on the ancient origins of the day.
<i>Chris Rattue:</i> Idiotic drivel from the rugby Kremlin
The All Blacks' assistant coach Steve Hansen has made a bold bid for Boofhead of the Year.
<i>Richie Barnett:</i> English won't last the distance
The Kiwis will outlast the Brits in tomorrow night's Four Nations opener, writes Richie Barnett.
<i>Chris Rattue:</i> The All Blacks' bench is fully loaded
The size, power and skill of the All Black backline selected for next month's northern tour is something to behold.
<i>Michael Guerin:</i> Don't hate him because he's beautiful
All style and magazine shoots, adoring young fans and now the Ranfurly Shield. You can be forgiven for not liking him.
<i>Richard Loe</i>: Timing all wrong for Boks to play political game
It was interesting to hear Graham Henry say that Australia will be the All Blacks' biggest competition for the World Cup.
<i>Wynne Gray:</i> McCaw's back up is grey area in grand plan
The All Black selectors seem hell-bent on taking as many World Cup prospects as they can to Europe - but who is the best choice to back-up number seven ?