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| |  Thursday, 24 October, 2002, 15:40 GMT 16:40 UK  Australia break Lions' heartsThe world champion Wallabies claim their first ever series victory over the Lions with a stunning 29-23 win in Sydney.   Healey fined after inquiryAustin Healey is fined for bringing the Lions tour into disrepute over comments he made in a newspaper article.  Support grows for Lions revampFormer Lions coaches, Dick Best and Geoff Cooke, admit changes must be made ahead of future tours. Henry hits out at Lions 'betrayal' Graham Henry says Matt Dawson and Austin Healey let the whole team down with their controversial newspaper columns. Healey in fresh attack on Henry Austin Healey is set to re-ignite his feud with Graham Henry when a new book by the Leicester star is published. Healey: I told the truth Austin Healey says his controversial newspaper column was a true reflection of his feelings on the Lions tour of Australia. Lions 'veto video nasty' The official video of the Lions' controversial tour of Australia has been heavily censored, according to reports. Lions laid bare Exclusive recordings from inside the Lions dressing room on BBC Radio 4's Injured Pride reveal the tension in the camp. Get up close and personal with the Lions BBC Sport Online gave you the chance to relive every moment from the 2001 British and Irish Lions Tour Down Under. Gibbs' Lions fatigue fears Lions veteran Scott Gibbs warns that the burden being placed on players could threaten future tours. Healey agent on the attack Austin Healey's agent questions the authority of the Lions disciplinary panel the player has been called to appear before. Woodward: Henry not to blame England manager Clive Woodward insists he does not blame Graham Henry for the Lions' defeat in Australia. 'Hard-nosed' Henry's style divisive Wales team manager Alan Phillips says Graham Henry's will to win may have made the non-Test Lions feel left out. Healey set for official rap Austin Healey will appear in front of a Lions disciplinary committee following his controversial newspaper comments. Dawson takes second Lions swipe England scrum-half Matt Dawson claims that the Lions tour schedule was "crazy". Healey's final insult Austin Healey admits he expects a fine for his comments, before taking a final swipe at the Lions tour and the Wallabies. Woodward slates Lions coach England coach Clive Woodward is reported to have strongly criticised the leadership of Lions boss Graham Henry. Henry wants Lions overhaul Lions coach Graham Henry believes the touring party and the number of games they play should be reduced. Do I not like Aussies BBC Sport Online look back at other famous sporting outbursts, following the uproar surrounding Austin Healey. Never the same again BBC Sport's Alastair Hignell looks back at the controversial comments made by Austin Healey and their impact on the third Lions Test. Healey faces disciplinary action Austin Healey angers Lions bosses over his criticism of the Wallabies before the final Test defeat in Sydney. Johnson sorry after series defeat Lions skipper Martin Johnson apologises to fans after their 29-23 defeat in the third and final Test in Sydney. Macqueen bows out at the top Rod Macqueen retires after victory over the Lions as Australia's most successful rugby union coach. Our greatest achievement BBC Sport Online columnist David Giffin says beating the Lions is Australia's greatest achievement of the last few years. Lions third Test player ratings BBC Sport Online marks the Lions players out of 10 for their displays in the third Test defeat by Australia. Dawson: We blew it BBC Sport Online columnist Matt Dawson says the Lions threw away a great opportunity to win the Test series against Australia. Charvis: Wallabies worthy winners BBC Sport Online columnist Colin Charvis says that the Lions can take pride but credit is due to Australia for winning the series. Missed opportunities Brian O'Driscoll says it was a very even series, but the world champions proved what a great team they are. Quinnell proud of battling Lions Despite losing the Test series, Scott Quinnell says the tourists can leave Australia with their heads high. James: We weren't sharp enough Dafydd James, restored to the Lions side on the morning of the third Test, says the Wallabies were that bit sharper. Clockwatch: Australia 29-23 Lions Minute-by-minute action from the third Test in Sydney where Australia win the series decider against the Lions. Smith unfazed by Aussie triumph As New Zealand build-up for this season's Tri-Nations series, their coach Wayne Smith dismisses Australia's triumph over the Lions. Australia batter wounded Lions Australia restore their reputation as world champions to level the series against the Lions in Melbourne. Dawson: Time to re-group BBC Sport Online columnist Matt Dawson says the Lions are hurting after paying the price for missed opportunities. Lions second Test player ratings BBC Sport Online awards the Lions players marks out of 10 as Australia run rampant in Melbourne. Clockwatch: Australia 35-14 Lions Minute-by-minute action from the second Test in Melbourne where Australia enjoy a comfortable victory to level the series. O'Driscoll's Try of the Test Brian O'Driscoll's wonderful score for the Lions against Australia is BBC Sport Online's Try of the first Test. Lions roar to historic victory The Lions run in four glorious tries to blow Australia away 29-13 in the First Test in Brisbane. Lions first Test player ratings Ireland's awesome trio lead the way as BBC Sport Online awards the Lions players marks out of 10 for their first Test win. Clockwatch: Australia 13-29 Lions Minute by minute action from the first Test at the Gabba as the Lions storm to victory against Australia. Follow the Lions with the BBC The Lions tour to Australia will be extensively covered by BBC Sport Online and Radio Five Live. Lions in the new era In the era of professionalism is there still a place for the Lions to roam? Sport Online looks at the significance of the Lions to world rugby. | |  
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