Mellowing Medvedev building nicely at Melbourne Park
A three-time runner-up, his fellow Russian firebrand and a former semi-finalist are among the men's seeds into the Australian Open third round in Melbourne.
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Waugh signs Smith, Marsh for Amsterdam in new T20 comp
Steve Waugh and Glenn Maxwell have become franchise co-owners in the six-team European T20 Premier League that will launch in August.
Australians in disappointing second-round exodus
Jordan Thompson, Ajla Tomljanovic, Talia Gibson, Storm Hunter and Priscilla Hon were casualties in a disappointing day at the Australian Open for the locals.
Four-time Olympian to take slice of sporting history
A four-time Olympian will become the first Australian man to compete in different sports at the Winter Olympics - and he may even do it at the same Games.
World Cup dream alive as Roosters star defects to rugby
Star second-rower Angus Crichton will leave the Sydney Roosters at the end of the NRL season to play his boyhood code of rugby union.
‘Best spine has me at nine’: Hunt eyes Broncos double
Brisbane veteran Ben Hunt has confirmed he'll play hooker this season as he insists playing on in 2027 is still his desire, after winning two more trophies.
Andresen upstages Welsford, Brennan at Tour Down Under
Danish sprinter Tobias Lund Andresen has won stage one of the Tour Down Under and is the new overall race leader.
Gutted Sixers sweat on Mitch Starc’s shoulder scare
The Sydney Sixers have been thrust into a must-win Challenger clash on Friday after losing to Perth, and star paceman Mitch Starc is no guarantee to play.
Fire escape Perth thriller to cement top spot
The Townsville Fire have secured a second gripping victory in three days as they defeated the high-flying Perth Lynx in an early WNBL finals preview.
Scorchers crush Sixers to move into BBL decider
Mahli Beardman took 3-20 including the key scalp of Steve Smith to help Perth skittle the Sydney Sixers for 99 and book a spot in the BBL decider.
Matilda’s goal not enough for City as Roar strike late
Rising Matildas star Holly McNamara's penalty goal wasn't enough for Melbourne City in the ALW, with Brisbane Roar salvaging a point.
Broncos suffer injury blow for World Club Challenge
Brisbane second-rower Brendan Piakura has been ruled out of the World Club Challenge against Hull KR with a knee injury.
‘Ups and Down’: Australian team racing for redemption
Ben O'Connor and his Jayco AlUla teammates are determined to put their road nationals blunder behind them and return to winning form at the Tour Down Under.
Hobart skipper Ellis to miss do-or-die Big Bash final
The Hobart Hurricanes will be without quick and captain Nathan Ellis for their elimination Big Bash League final against the Melbourne Stars.
How Kings import says he’ll surprise NBL master coach
Torrey Craig has begun training with his new Sydney Kings teammates as the NBL heavyweights eye a deep run through the play-offs.
Aussie women stars make best start to Open since 1992
Wildcards Taylah Preston and late-blooming Maddison Inglis have helped the locals to an amazing milestone at Melbourne Park.
Randall leaves rake behind for new Titans position
Gold Coast coach Josh Hannay has decided Chris Randall will play as a middle forward this year and the player himself is enjoying the certainty around his role.
Shades of Cronk as DCE settles in at Roosters
Veteran off-season recruit Daly Cherry-Evans is already drawing comparisons to Cooper Cronk as he settles in at the Sydney Roosters.
Socceroos announce World Cup warm-ups, new assistant
The Socceroos will host two friendlies in the next FIFA window, while FA has also announced ex-captain Mile Jedinak has joined Tony Popovic's coaching staff.
Jones evolution on track as teen star eyes next level
Exciting Gold Coast teenager Emerson Jones is 0-3 against opponents ranked in the top 20, but believes those experiences will hold her in good stead in future.
‘Tough to take’: Open exit leaves Popyrin shattered
After a heartwrenching first-round exit at the Australian Open, Alexei Popyrin says he needs to "really look deep inside" himself to try and turn his form.
‘Connected’ rising Titans star in second-row battle
Gold Coast's 2025 rookie of the year Josh Patston has his sights on a starting back-row spot after embracing the changes made by new coach Josh Hannay.
Aussie surfers make waves at junior world titles
Australians Dane Henry and Isla Huppatz are junior world surfing champions after claiming titles in the Philippines.
‘Right fit’: D’Agostino roaring towards World Cup goal
Socceroos striker Nick D'Agostino has returned to Brisbane Roar to score goals and convince old mentor Tony Popovic he is worthy of a World Cup berth.
Gauff, Pegula move into Australian Open second round
The American women's top seeds have breezed into the Australian Open second round, with world No.3 Coco Gauff joined by Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula.
Dockers recruit ‘brings the noise’ to ruck battle
Former Collingwood premiership player Mason Cox is hard to miss at his new AFL home, already vying with Sean Darcy to become Fremantle's top ruckman.
‘I want more’: de Minaur sets sights on Open glory
Alex de Minaur yearns to contend for Australian Open glory after making the fastest and most impressive start to his home grand slam yet.
Russian veteran Medvedev makes Open move
Three-time runner-up Daniil Medvedev has matched his lean 2024 grand slam haul by reaching the second round of the Australian Open with a straight-sets win.
Scorchers back Super Cooper to regain batting touch
Perth will host the Sydney Sixers in a blockbuster Big Bash final and Cooper Connolly will be hoping to make a huge impact with both bat and ball.
Fans warned to ‘come prepared’ amid mass crowds at AO
Eager fans are urged to have their tickets ready and come prepared after record-breaking crowds flocked to Melbourne Park causing lengthy delays.
Smith has mixed feelings on T20 World Cup omission
Steve Smith says he would accept a late offer to join Australia's T20 World Cup squad after continuing his red-hot form for Sydney Sixers.