Aussie medal prospects mount ahead of Winter Olympics
January 6 marks one month to go to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, with recent performances by Australians raising hopes of a record medal haul.
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Parramatta sign replacement for Zac Lomax
NRL side Parramatta have signed a highly-rated outside back following the sudden exit of NSW representative Zac Lomax.
‘You can do it all’: Opal’s pregnancy call ahead of Cup
Opal Marianna Tolo isn't making comeback plans post-childbirth, despite admitting she could "technically" make a return in time to play in the World Cup.
England power to best innings of Ashes series
Thanks largely to a century from No.4 Joe Root, England have taken their most dominant position of the Ashes series at the SCG.
Test selectors, curators urged to give spin a chance
Queensland leggie Mitchell Swepson wants more balance in pitches around the country after Australia again overlooked a front-line tweaker for the Ashes finale.
Special reunion as patched-up Kokkinakis enters unknown
Reunited with Nick Kyrgios, Thanasi Kokkinakis was encouraged by his performance after a year on the sidelines with an injury that required radical surgery.
Skipper’s dream finish gives Renegades BBL derby glory
A crowd in excess of 68,000 was on hand to see the Renegades chase down the Stars with one ball to spare in an epic instalment of the BBL's Melbourne derby.
Mariners roar to life in 4-0 ALM blitz over Reds
Central Coast scored three goals in less than 15 minutes en route to a 4-0 victory over Adelaide United to snare a perfect start to the new year.
Fire burn through Lightning to start year on a high
A battered Townsville Fire have re-entered the winners' circle after dismantling the Adelaide Lightning in the WNBL.
36ers survive first-half scare to ward off Bullets
Bryce Cotton burst to life after halftime and Zylan Cheatham flirted with a triple-double as ladder-leading Adelaide scrapped out a win over the Bullets.
Condon goal fires Reds to ALW upset over Mariners
Adelaide United have breathed new life into their finals campaign, claiming their first back-to-back wins of the season after beating Central Coast.
‘Want to pay back’: Kasatkina in emotional home debut
Daria Kasatkina held back tears as she walked onto a home court for the first time as an Australian before falling in a tight and emotional three-setter.
Hawks fall to Raptors despite Daniels’ double-double
Dyson Daniels has continued his impressive NBA form for the Atlanta Hawks, but not even a double-double by the Aussie ace could prevent a loss in Toronto.
Raducanu pulls out as Osaka’s Japan make Brits sweat
Emma Raducanu sat out Great Britain's United Cup opener as Japan, behind Naomi Osaka, took the favourites to the wire.
Smith ‘hates it’ but Australia forced to ignore spin
For a fourth time in six Tests, Australia have opted against playing a spinner. Steve Smith says selectors have been backed into a corner by a recurring factor.
Damien Martyn back talking in ‘miraculous’ recovery
Australian cricket great Damien Martyn has been brought out of his induced come and is progressing well amid a battle with meningitis.
Aussie young guns fire with World Cup gold medal double
Rookie Indra Brown and established star Valentino Guseli have given Australians more reason to be excited about the upcoming Winter Olympics.
Partners in time to stir up some sparks among the Ashes
The ever-adventurous Harry Brook and the somewhat more reliable Joe Root took England to 3-211 on day one in Sydney before a storm hit the SCG.
Phoenix snatch Roar draw as Perth continue ALW surge
Wellington scored a sensational 98th minute equaliser against Brisbane as Perth Glory won their third game in four and Western United drew with Canberra.
Bigs fire to keep Hawks’ NBL title defence alive
JaVale McGee and Sam Froling gave another strong showing in their new front-court partnership as Illawarra produced a dominant second half to beat Cairns.
10-man Wellington shock Brisbane in famous ALM win
Wellington have beaten Brisbane 3-0 after Carlo Armiento was sent off in Redcliffe as suspended Roar coach Michael Valkanis could only watch on in horror.
De Minaur’s Ruud awakening – but Storm leads Aussie win
Alex de Minaur has started his Australian Open preparation with a United Cup defeat to Casper Ruud, but Storm Hunter starred in their opening win over Norway.
Start at zero: Keys not retracing steps in Open defence
Madison Keys was a popular winner in the form of her life at Melbourne Park last year, but she has changed things up ahead of her Australian Open defence.
‘In the palm of my hand’: Kyrgios is Open to qualifying
Nick Kyrgios has described himself as a "chaotic mess, but an entertainer" as he prepares to return in Brisbane and awaits a call on his Australian Open status.
Selectors eye left-field World Cup approach for Cummins
Pat Cummins' management of stress injuries in his back could mean he misses the start of Australia's T20 World Cup campaign, with selectors playing a long game.
Hopes fade as searches called off for missing swimmers
Authorities have suspended their searches for a 14-year-old boy and two men who went missing in separate incidents while at sea, following a spate of drownings.
Green’s place in fifth Test team under the microscope
Australian allrounder Cameron Green has found himself under the microscope amid a tough Ashes series with the bat.
‘Fine line’: Petrik reveals Perth’s prime problem
Perth coach Ryan Petrik has his sights set on WNBL glory, but he first must decide how to use his team of stars to his greatest advantage.
‘Be patient’: Khawaja’s transition message to selectors
Usman Khawaja has warned Australia's next transition period in Test cricket won't be easy, but urged selectors to show some patience as new faces come in.
Bryant, Bartlett pull off stunning Heat win over Stars
Brisbane's big-hitting Max Bryant made the most of a Melbourne Stars call not to review a caught-behind appeal to star in a four-wicket win.
Sixers’ unlikely hero dethrones Kings in tense battle
Flynn Cameron was the star as Adelaide banked their first win over Sydney in three attempts this season, maintaining top spot on the NBL ladder.