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FEARNLEY WARMS UP FOR RIO WITH CITY-TO-SURF WIN

Meanwhile, the Hunter’s Kurt Fearnley was first across the line in the wheelchair race, defending his title in just over 28 minutes.

It’s a great confidence boost for the 35-year-old, just three weeks out from the Rio Paralympics, where he’ll compete in four events.

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Mitchell Hughes

Mitchell Hughes started as a tape editor in Newcastle in 1999. He became a reporter in 2004, working in Lismore and on the Gold Coast. Since moving back to the Newcastle office in 2006, he's taken on various roles, such as producer and chief of staff. He became the head sport reporter in 2011 and the main sport presenter in 2015.

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