Fremantle Dockers: going backwards to go forwards

Can the Fremantle Dockers improve on last season and push for a finals berth? Ben Waterworth examines the second newest team in the AFL in part six of his season 2010 preview.

Essendon Bombers: the young consolidators

The Bombers were lucky to make the finals last season but will things be a little different this year? Ben Waterworth has the answers in part five of his 2010 AFL season preview.

Collingwood Magpies: September is the key

In part four of his 2010 AFL season preview Ben Waterworth turns to the Collingwood Magpies. It’s been 20 years since their last flag, could 2010 be the year of the Pies?

Carlton Blues: no Fev, no Blues

In part three of his 2010 AFL season preview, Ben Waterworth turns his attention to the Carlton Blues. Will the loss of key forward Brendan Fevola leave Carlton at the bottom of the ladder or will their classy midfield more than make up for the loss?

Brisbane Lions: the big movers

With the addition of Brendan Fevola and several other key position players, can the Brisbane Lions return to their early ’00s dominance this year? Ben Waterworth examines in the second of a series previewing the 2010 AFL season.

Adelaide Crows: more of the same in 2010

In the first of a series previewing the upcoming AFL season, Ben Waterworth turns his attention to the promising and potentially dangerous Adelaide Crows.

From potential star to pathetic waste

After his sacking from the St Kilda Football Club, troubled AFL player Andrew Lovett’s professional career could well be over. However, as Ben Waterworth explains, he has no one to blame but himself.

Outstanding achievement soured by selfish Aussies

Everyone wants gold medals. But it’s important to be a good sport at the Olympics, especially if you’re a team official, writes Ben Waterworth.

Classy Federer to break Britain’s heart

It’s been 74 years since a British man has won a grand slam tennis final. But Ben Waterworth wonders if Andy Murray has what it takes to topple Roger Federer.

Serena to make it five

After two weeks of hard tennis, it’s the dream final everyone wanted. This Saturday evening, four-time champion Serena Williams takes on comeback queen Justine Henin in the Australian Open women’s final. Ben Waterworth previews the match.

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