‘That one was for Stevie’: How Munster inspired Maroons
Queensland players have revealed how they channelled grief into a magnificent display for Cameron Munster after the death of his father.
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Voss calls for ball-ups after AFL umpire collisions
Carlton coach Michael Voss says he has a simple solution to one aspect of player-umpire collisions, which are in focus after the league's crackdown last month.
SCG, MCG off the menu in WBBL fixture change up
The WBBL has returned to all its games being played at suburban venues in Melbourne and Sydney, with the stadium series removed from the east coast.
‘Epitome of courage’ – How Foran fought on for 17 years
Six years after Kieran Foran first flirted with the idea retiring due to a battered body, the veteran half has confirmed he will finish his career in 2025.
Western Bulldogs’ wish for superstar forward Darcy
Tactics used to defend star Western Bulldogs forward Sam Darcy have attracted the attention of football pundits.
Dual burning purpose fires AUSNZ against British Lions
British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell has summoned his son for the game against an Australian and New Zealand invitational team with two chief motivations.
Recalled playmaker looking to transfer Super success
Describing the Lions series as bigger than a World Cup, James O'Connor is vowing to share his Super success to help the Wallabies upset the touring side.
Cowboys coach makes two big Origin calls on Dearden
Tom Dearden is destined to one day captain the Maroons, according to Todd Payten, who compared the No.7's State of Origin performance with two absolute greats.
Supercars champion Kostecki gets ‘money off the back’
2023 Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki has won his first race for Shell V-Power Racing, converting from pole in Townsville.
Wallabies captain unclear as coach delays Lions call
The Wallabies skipper for the Lions series hasn't been revealed with coach Joe Schmidt saying he wants to be sure the leader will be playing in the first Test.
Blues onballer falls foul of umpire contact crackdown
Carlton midfielder Adam Cerra is the first casualty of the AFL's edict this month that warned of tribunal intervention for repeat umpire contact.
Storm superstar to sit out Newcastle trip
Ryan Papenhuyzen will sit out the Storm's clash in Newcastle with an ongoing calf problem, replaced at fullback by goal-kicking centre Nick Meaney.
‘Break your arm’: how to harness Leapai’s raw power
Alex Leapai Jnr could own boxing's most powerful punch and his long-time coach is determined to harness a weapon capable of breaking extreme damage.
Stronger, wiser: Sam Walker primed for NRL return
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says Sam Walker is "all ready to play some footy" after his year away from football.
Hynes delivers statement in vital Sharks win
After weeks of questions over his form and role in Cronulla's halves, Nicho Hynes has delivered an emphatic message in the Sharks' 24-12 win over the Dolphins.
Rowell stars as Suns steady to topple late-surging Pies
Gold Coast have defied a slow-starting Collingwood's inevitable surge for a six-point victory that puts them within sight of a maiden AFL finals campaign.
Aussie hopes of doubles double crash in Wimbledon heat
Olivia Gadecki's hopes of joining Rinky Hijikata as an Australian Wimbledon finalist have been dashed as she lost her women's doubles semi-final.
Dream final II: Wimbledon lands Alcaraz-Sinner showdown
Carlos Alcaraz will meet Jannik Sinner in the final Wimbledon wanted to see between the defending two-time champion and the world No.1.
Rookie Suns captain’s big call after Magpies win
Holding off table-toppers Collingwood for a stirring six-point win might just have been the moment when Gold Coast grew up, says Suns captain Noah Anderson.
Gout Gout dazzles again on latest European 200m outing
Amazing Gout Gout has won an under-23 race at the Diamond League meeting in Monaco in trademark style, maybe deprived of a sub-20sec 200m by a headwind.
Thrillseekers take to the skies to set world record
Skydivers around the globe are launching themselves from great heights in the name of setting a world record.
Magpies’ mids challenged with ‘sore’ Daicos in the wars
Collingwood coach Craig McRae admitted his midfield were not able to match Gold Coast's in a rare AFL loss that came after a goalless first half.
Wallabies veteran excited for second Lions chance
James Slipper is looking to make new memories of the British and Irish Lions after saying the Wallabies let themselves down in their last Test in 2013.
Still my idol: Hynes’ touching tribute to tough Munster
Nicho Hynes has revealed two touching tributes to Cameron Munster and the Melbourne No.6's late father, after starring in Cronulla's win over the Dolphins.
Warriors’ Boyd into driver’s seat to face Tigers’ Luai
The Warriors are putting their faith in Tanah Boyd, whose first game as the club's halfback comes against multi-premiership winner Jarome Luai and Wests Tigers.
McGovern’s legacy lives on for besieged Eagles backs
West Coast key back Harry Edwards has been on the Eagles' list since 2017 but has come of age this year as the club's No.1 key defender.
Hasler responds to speculation about his future
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler insists speculation about his imminent departure from the club is "unfounded" as Brisbane rest Payne Haas for the derby clash.
Taylor holds off Serrano, Aussie’s historic MSG victory
Katie Taylor has beaten Amanda Serrano for the third time, while an Australian joined her as an undisputed boxing world champion.
‘Not that hard’ for Cleary to bounce back at Panthers
NSW halfback Nathan Cleary doubts he will have any problem bouncing back from State of Origin disappointment when he's next on the field with Penrith.
Six of the best to Thilthorpe in Crows’ ‘statement’ win
Adelaide have consolidated their top-four berth and again raised serious questions about the Western Bulldogs' hopes this season.
Aussie Picklum stamps ticket to WSL’s final five
A dominant first-round win in South Africa has assured Australia's series leader Molly Picklum a spot in the season-ending, five-woman World Surf League final.