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.
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‘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.
Ice skaters get nod for Australian Winter Olympics team
Four ice skaters will make their Olympic debut at the Milan-Cortina Games and are the first athletes named in the Australian team.
Ruegg turns screw to defend Tour Down Under title
Swiss cyclist Noemi Ruegg has ridden superbly to win stage three of the Tour Down Under and successfully defend her title.
Aussie snowboard ace Lambert takes first World Cup gold
Adam Lambert has completed another tremendous weekend for Australia's Winter Olympic hopes by racing to his first snowboard cross World Cup win.
‘Enjoy my Sunday’: Paolini powers on day one of Open
A two-time grand slam runner-up, a young local wildcard and the world No.1 have all advanced to round two on day one of Australian Open at Melbourne Park.
Smith, Starc and Curran lift Sixers into BBL finals
Allrounder Sam Curran had a blinder to lift Sydney Sixers to second on the BBL ladder and dash Brisbane Heat's finals hopes in a five-wicket win at the Gabba.
Sabalenka advances under Laver, Federer glare
The presence of tennis legends Rod Laver and Roger Federer made Aryna Sabalenka nervous, but the world No.1 powered into the Australian Open second round.
Townsville catch fire late to edge past Capitals
Townsville captain Courtney Woods has scored 20 points to lead her side to a hard-fought nine-point win over the UC Capitals at Perth's HoopsFest.
Slingsby’s Aussies vow SailGP revenge on Brits
Australia have finished second in the Perth SailGP final, once again defeated by reigning champions Great Britain.
Gibson gets Australian party started at Open
Local hope Talia Gibson has made a red-hot start to the Australian Open with 43 winners as she rolled past Russian Anna Blinkova in straight sets.
Voll back with a bang while Aussie teen shines in WPL
Recalled opener Georgia Voll has guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a WPL win, while Lucy Hamilton announced herself in India as a teenage Aussie star.
Taipans star demands consistency over NBL calls
Coach Adam Forde got ejected in the Taipans' loss to the NZ Breakers for supporting his guard Andrew Andrews, who now wants more consistency from officials.
Where is Maxwell’s mojo? Stars sticking by The Big Show
Glenn Maxwell is stuck in a rut -- and he needs to regain his mojo quickly if the Melbourne Stars are to have any chance of winning this season's BBL title.
‘Could be a miracle’: Wollaston faces a hill too far
While Ally Wollaston rode superbly to win stage two of the Tour Down Under and retain the overall lead, she knows the final stage might be beyond her.
Scotty soars to win on big day for Aussie Olympic hopes
Scotty James has sent a clear message to his Olympic snowboard rivals as fellow Australian Winter Games hopes also prospered.
Scorchers lock up top spot as fumbly Stars tumble
New Zealand star Finn Allen has struck 69 off 39 balls, after being dropped on 23, to lead the Perth Scorchers to a six-wicket victory over the Melbourne Stars.
Unruffled Rennie shows nerves of Steel with Kobe win
With his team going great guns in Japan, former Wallabies mentor Dave Rennie is one of a number of options to become the new All Blacks coach.
Breakers notch crucial win after Cairns coach ejected
The New Zealand Breakers have kept their NBL season alive by beating the Cairns Taipans, whose coach Adam Forde was ejected from the game.
Barbieri in box seat to claim wind-swept Vic Open
NSW golfer Nathan Barbieri leads by five shots heading into the final round of the men's Vic Open, while Lydia Hall has a three-shot lead in the women's event.
Reds end Victory drought to keep ALW finals bid alive
An Olimpico goal from Paige Zois has fired Adelaide United to a win over Melbourne Victory, while Wellington Phoenix defeated a 10-player Canberra United.