Pressure building on drivers for new Supercars finals
Supercars ace Chaz Mostert is expecting the pressure on drivers to go to a never-before-seen level as the new finals comes into effect on the Gold Coast.
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Record-breaker Katoa tipped for more Tongan heroics
Tonga half Isaiya Katoa has been plotting his side's path to Pacific Cup glory for weeks as he takes a remarkable all-time record into the clash with Samoa.
Giddey saves Bulls’ blushes in tense first-up NBA win
Josh Giddey has held his nerve in the final minutes as Chicago withstood Detroit's comeback to win their NBA season opener, 115-111.
Sharks star set for surgery in blow to 2026 title hopes
Scans have revealed Cronulla winger Ronaldo Mulitalo ruptured his ACL while on New Zealand duty, with the injury putting his 2026 season in jeopardy.
Queensland coach called out for ‘no play, no pay’ views
Queensland coach Johan Botha believes players aren't doing enough to get back from injuries, leading to a rebuke from the Australian Cricketers' Association.
Haas set to rip into ‘special’ Stefano in Pacific war
Samoa prop Payne Haas expects Tonga opposite Stefano Utoikamanu to be at his best in the Pacific Cup clash, but says the pair are far from off-field enemies.
New ground: Brondello firms for WNBA’s Canada expansion
Opals coach Sandy Brondello, axed by WNBA powerhouse New York Liberty, is set to be named as head coach of the league's Toronto expansion club.
Storm call blindsided playmaker Pezet: manager
Manager Braith Anasta says Jonah Pezet's decision to move from Melbourne is opportunities, which are limited with Jahrome Hughes now locked in until 2030.
The ‘grind’ this WNBL player endures to keep healthy
Sydney's Lara McSpadden was diagnosed with type one diabetes but finds that basketball helps rather than hinders the condition.
Kangaroos aces believe Origin will give them Ashes edge
The Ashes clash with England is a three-Test contest and Origin rivals Nathan Cleary and Harry Grant believe experience in the state head-to-head could tell.
Novices star as Aussies claim ODI series win over India
Australia have secured an ODI series win against India with a two-wicket victory in game two in Adelaide, with a trio of unheralded batsmen starring.
Terrell May passed fit, Jazz music to ears for Samoa
Samoa prop Terrell May has recovered from injury and is available for selection against Tonga, as the NRL cleared Jazz Tevaga to play after a head knock.
Aussie World Cup allrounders put England to the sword
Annabel Sutherland and centurion Ash Gardner have steered Australia to yet another win over their perennial victims England in a six-wicket World Cup rout.
Perth Wildcats hit back to wallop Snakes in Cairns
The Perth Wildcats have shaken off a couple of big NBL losses to thrash the Taipans in Cairns by 32 points.
Diamonds out to end trans-Tasman hoodoo after Cup win
Sophie Garbin starred as the Diamonds flexed their muscles in a decisive third quarter to beat New Zealand in the second Constellation Cup clash.
‘Only takes one punch’: Huni mantra for bad blood bout
Coming off a devastating heavyweight world title eliminator loss, Justis Huni has learned a big lesson ahead of his second showdown with Kiki Leutele.
Tonga trip boosts Taumalolo and all the king’s men
Tonga star Jason Taumalolo endured an injury-ravaged year, but a knee clean-out and audience with the King of Tonga has him revitalised for the Samoa showdown.
Kangaroos axe former No.3 draft pick, ex-Docker
Will Phillips, a former No.3 draft pick who inherited the number of North Melbourne legend Brent Harvey, has been axed by the struggling Kangaroos.
‘I hide’: how Ashes hopeful blocks out speculation
Matt Renshaw says he'd love to open the batting for Australia in the Ashes series, but it's not the be-all, end-all in his life.
‘Big change’: Allen opens up on moving from West Coast
Star Brisbane recruit Oscar Allen says the departure of key people at West Coast who had supported him contributed to him leaving the Eagles for the Lions.
Titans star backs club to make right call on Bellamy
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui believes Craig Bellamy would improve any club, while Harry Grant says it's hard to see him leaving Melbourne.
‘Outrageous success’: Cats speak after Smith warning
Geelong coach Chris Scott remains unmoved on Bailey Smith's off-field and social media behaviour, even after the club received a formal warning from the AFL.
‘Very excited’: Aussie golfers eye acclaimed team title
Major winners Minjee Lee, Hannah Green and Grace Kim will lead a powerful Australian side at women's golf's International Crown teams' event in South Korea.
Star rugby convert headlines four Kangaroos debutants
Mark Nawaqanitawase will become a dual international and Reece Walsh was named amongst four debutants in the Australian rugby league side to face England.
Ex-Wallabies star backs Gordon to flourish in return
Berrick Barnes believes Carter Gordon will hit the ground running in his rugby return after coaching the young No.10 at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Broncos great backs Pezet’s rare two-club move
Jonah Pezet could become an answer to two clubs' halves quandaries, first buying Parramatta time in the No.6 jersey before replacing Adam Reynolds at Brisbane.
Tabuai-Fidow makes huge call on 2026 World Cup
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has promised Samoa's fans he will play for them in the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, returning from two years with Australia.
Why the Curnow trade was “bittersweet” for Swans coach
Sydney coach Dean Cox has explained why the trade that secured Charlie Curnow from Carlton was bittersweet for the Swans.
Invest in defence: Hawks lock in Great Barrier Thief
Hawks NBA guard Dyson Daniels now sits alongside Boomers teammate Josh Giddey and behind only F1 star Oscar Piastri as Australia's top-earning sportsperson.
Hawks at peace with failed Merrett move on historic day
Hawthorn have put the Zach Merrett transfer saga to bed on a day when the iconic statue of John Kennedy Snr found a new home away from their Waverley base.
Smith says move to opening will be no issue for Marnus
Steve Smith famously moved to open for Australia for four Tests in 2024 before moving back to No.4, but he says Marnus Labuschagne can make the switch.