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So what will we learn about the three frontrunners (sorry Northern hemisphere fans but the facts don't lie) to claim the Webb Ellis trophy? Well on the face of it, it seems perhaps not too much.

With the Springboks sending a weakened side on tour (and despite Peter de Villiers management rhetoric to the contrary, 23 players missing is not a full side!) and their Antipodean rivals likely to keep the powder dry on a couple of their secret weapons (does Sonny Bill Williams count as a secret anymore?!), you would be forgiven for thinking that the tournament is a waste of everyone's time.

However, this will be the perfect opportunity for one or two ‘bolters' to appear from nowhere, grab a World Cup spot and prove their mettle on the world stage.

As for the rest of the world, they will be hoping for injuries and fatigue to boost their slim chances at scooping rugby's ultimate prize come October time.

By Conan Jal

Sadly, Andy Murray has vowed to keep his temper in check for this year's Wimbledon, where he hopes to end Britain's men's singles title drought that's lasted 75 years.

Murray (pictured) is Known for his outbursts, including one that cost Great Britain a fine when he was only 18 years of age, Murray acknowledged that it's an area of his game that needs improvement.

"I think I'm getting better. At Queen's a week ago, I did it very well and at the French Open I was better, so I think I'm improving. A lot of times people think if I shout something in the direction of the (competitor's) box, then I'm shouting at them, but if you listen, a lot of the time I'm just getting upset at myself."

Trust us Andy, BBM knows you can't always blame it on the box.

Not only did Rory McIlroy win the U.S. Open at 22 years of age, he did so in a world record setting score of 16-under-par through 72 holes, leading second place by eight shots. He wasn't done, however.

Giving British golf fans yet another reason to boast, McIlroy has jumped from fourth to third place in the world rankings without even taking a shot.

Perhaps credit is due to former third-place, Martin Kaymer, whose flop at the BMW International in Munich allowed Rory's advancement.

This means British golfers occupy the top three rankings, for the first time in history. England's Luke Donald holds the top position with Lee Westwood securing second place.

The young McIlroy looks to have plenty of promise. Here's to hoping for Britain's version of Tiger Woods, minus the blackbook.