NRL looking at global expansion one country at a time
Las Vegas will remain on the NRL's calendar even if it goes global, with Peter V'landys eying off gradual international expansion over the next three years.
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Kimberly Birrell through to WTA semis in Texas
Kimberly Birrell has beaten compatriot Ajla Tomjlanovic in straight sets at the ATX Open in Texas to keep alive her dream of winning a maiden WTA 250 title.
Stupid expectations: Flanagan won’t talk up title hopes
St George Illawarra coach Shane Flanagan insists the Dragons are on the rise, but says he's only being realistic by conceding 2026 won't be a title year.
Payten ready to prove doubters wrong after tough 2025
Todd Payten has opened up on a difficult 2025 amid rumours he could be sacked as North Queensland coach, but insists the Cowboys are a different team in 2026.
Aussies shine on ‘tough’ first day of Sydney SailGP
Easterly winds have made for challenging racing on the first day of the Sydney SailGP but hosts Australia and Spain were the top performers.
‘We’ll force rule changes’: Walkers to upset applecart
Ben and Shane Walker are set to transform rugby league again as coaches of the Western Clydesdales as they vow to exploit and change the rules of the game.
English lesson for Hawks in Dogs’ perfect tune-up
The Western Bulldogs will go into the AFL home-and-away season in strong form after Tim English led a dominant tune-up win over Hawthorn.
Razzle dazzle Reds get Super season on track
The Reds have produced an early frontrunner for try of the season and then kicked on to beat the Highlanders for an important Super Rugby Pacific win.
Suns forward suspended for AFL opening round
A late bump on his Brisbane Lions opponent has cost Gold Coast key forward Jed Walter a one-match suspension, ruling him out of the clash with Geelong.
Matildas sweat after goalkeeper’s early exit
Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold has left the training track early, raising doubts about her fitness for the upcoming Women's Asian Cup.
Purdue a centre for now, but still eyes future as half
Jaxon Purdue will start the 2026 season in the centres for North Queensland, but he is still eying a long-term future as an NRL half.
Holmes the US salesman as NRL takes over downtown Vegas
An estimated 16,000 fans have rolled in for the NRL's Las Vegas launch event, with Valentine Holmes the centre of attention for American broadcasters.
Voll century fires Australia to crushing ODI victory
A blistering 101 by Georgia Voll and entertaining 80 from opener Phoebe Litchfield has rocketed Australia to a five-wicket ODI win over India.
‘Don’t give up’: Broncos gem wants even more in 2026
Off-contract Brisbane centre Gehamat Shibasaki is a template for using hard work to rise to the top of rugby league, and he's targeting more success.
Refreshed Fowler ready to unleash on her unfrozen knees
There were fears Mary Fowler would miss the Women's Asian Cup after suffering a serious knee injury in April, but the 23-year-old is fit and ready to fire.
Simple mindset shift Brown must master as Knights No.7
Dylan Brown said he is ready to deal with the pressure of being the NRL's highest-paid halfback - and there is one thing that he must change when wearing No.7.
The No.1 curse Walsh must break to keep Broncos on top
Reece Walsh enters 2026 with more attention on him than any other player, but few fullbacks have been able to back up untouchable seasons year after year.
‘Big shoes’: New Storm No.1 set to do Papenhuyzen proud
Cameron Munster said new Melbourne fullback Sua Fa'alogo will "prove people wrong'" this year and be a worthy heir to Billy Slater and Ryan Papenhuyzen .
Weight of Dragons No.7 jersey no concern for Atkinson
Dan Atkinson last wore the No.7 jersey as a 21-year-old for Sunshine Coast, but the new St George Illawarra halfback says he's ready for the job in the NRL.
Smyth, Ormsby flying the Australian flag at NZ Open
Young Kiwi amateur Yuki Miya is setting the pace at the NZ Open, with Australians Travis Smyth and Wade Ormsby hot on his heels.
Aussie runner set for world medal after rival cops ban
Australian runner Georgia Griffith is set to receive a world indoor championship 1500m bronze medal after Ethiopian Diribe Welteji's doping-violation ban.
Sharks brace for poaching raid from cashed-up rivals
Cronulla have half of their roster off-contract at the end of 2026 and CEO Dino Mezzatesta has conceded they won't be able to stave off cashed-up rivals.
Watch and learn: Coaches go in blind on new interchange
The NRL's biggest overhaul of interchange rules this century is set to leave coaches rethinking the use of their bench during matches.
Lions forward feasts, new Sun threatens in goal-fest
Logan Morris dined out in Brisbane's high-scoring AFL preseason defeat of Gold Coast, two fit-again teammates pushed their case and a new Sun teased.
‘Hurts’: Woods powers Fire to game one win over Lynx
Courtney Woods has provided the spark to spearhead the Townsville Fire to a game one victory against the Perth Lynx in the WNBL grand final series.
Roma defender set to become Matildas ace at Asian Cup
Matildas defender Winonah Heatley is ready to use lessons learned from her painful Olympics snub when she lines up in the upcoming Women's Asian Cup..
Sanchez makes late charge to claim NZ Open lead
Australian Matias Sanchez holds a one-stroke lead after a wet, windy and cold opening day at the NZ Open.
‘It’s only February’: table-topping Tahs yet to peak
Consistency is the NSW Waratahs' new buzzword as they strive to push for Super Rugby Pacific title glory in 2026.
Perfect performance: Aussies seek repeat against India
Australian allrounder Ash Gardner is hoping for a repeat of a "perfect performance" in game two of the ODI series against India.
Socceroos striker struck down in pre-World Cup scare
In-form Australian striker Mohamed Toure has suffered an injury during Norwich City's Championship win over Sheffield Wednesday.
Ikin unveils plan for Slater’s future as Maroons coach
Off-contract Billy Slater is tipped to stay as Queensland coach beyond 2026 as QRL boss Ben Ikin confirmed talks have begun to make him a long-term mentor.