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Who let the dogs out?(AGAINST THE CURRENT)
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Arena Magazine
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February 1, 2008
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- Melzer, Dave
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Sport is a defining feature not only of how we Australians see ourselves but also how the rest of the world sees us. The fact that we even exist in the consciousness of many is due to the deeds of our sporting teams. Given this, it is unfortunate that Australia's most prominent sporting team earned the description in a recent Age article of a 'pack of wild dogs'.
This summer's cricket contest between Australia and India damaged the game's reputation, as well as the reputation of all Australians. Dissent, bullying and accusations of racism, a graceless victory and ignorance of the implications of it all tarnished the series. Australia won the Test series against India and ...
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