Cleary masterclass as Panthers destroy hapless Dragons
Nathan Cleary has scored a hat-trick and had a hand in two other tries as the Penrith halfback led his side to a thumping 46-10 win over St George Illawarra.
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Son of axed Eels coach Brad Arthur free to leave
Parramatta are set to grant Matt Arthur, the son of ousted head coach Brad Arthur, a release from the final year of his contract with the NRL club.
Tszyu world title eliminator off after rival withdraws
Tim Tszyu's scheduled IBF super-welterweight world title eliminator has been cancelled after American Erickson Lubin told officials he was "medically unfit".
Knights put on notice in hunt for NRLW three-peat
Newcastle have set their sights on claiming an NRLW three-peat, but rivals have declared they are ready to hunt the Knights down and deny them another title.
Essendon review ‘gutting’ loss in ‘gory’ detail
Essendon coach Brad Scott insists he will make the most of an unsought opportunity as the Bombers seek to bounce back from their loss against Adelaide.
De Minaur set for Olympic debut after beating injury
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur is set to make an extraordinary return from a hip injury in time to celebrate his Olympic debut in Paris.
Australian team briefed on alleged Paris sexual assault
Australian team chef de mission Anna Meares says the report of a tourist being attacked in Paris is horrific.
Australian water polo Olympians test positive to COVID
Two Australian women's water polo players have tested positive to COVID-19 ahead of the Olympics.
Depleted ‘Boks gamble on hooker Marx for Championship
World champions South Africa have named their squad for the Rugby Championship and have gambled on the fitness of Malcolm Marx and Peter-Steph du Toit.
Brisbane ‘political football’ Games addressed in Paris
The man in charge of organising Brisbane's 2032 Games has indicated he'll get the final say on a venue plan and jumped to the defence of the growing city.
Let the Games begin: Aussie rugby to kick off action
Australia's men's rugby sevens team will be among the first Olympic athletes in action when the Games begin, two days before the flame is lit in Paris.
Swans embracing injury challenge ahead of AFL finals
Sydney coach John Longmire believes injured star Tom Papley is close to irreplaceable but insists the Swans can fight through a mounting wounded list.
I haven’t lived up to hype at Wests Tigers: Papali’i
Preparing to depart West Tigers earlier than originally contracted, Isaiah Papali'i admits he hasn't been able to produce the form he showed with Parramatta.
NRLW players push for longer season, then more teams
The NRL is set to sell broadcast rights to the NRLW for the first time in the 2028 deal, with professional contracts, season length and teams all up for debate.
Countdown begins for ‘best Games ever’ at Brisbane 2032
Brisbane Olympics organisers believe lessons learned from Paris and Los Angeles will ensure the 2032 Games will be the "best ever".
Lions lose another key defender ahead of QClash
Already without co-captain Harris Andrews, the Brisbane Lions will be without fellow key defender Darragh Joyce for their QClash against Gold Coast.
NRL open to less games in 20-team competition
The NRL will consider different season structures as part of an expanded 20-team competition, including reducing the number of matches played per club.
Munster a chance to return as Storm firm for top spot
Melbourne's push for the minor premiership has been handed a boost, with Cameron Munster on the verge of a return from his painful groin injury.
Magpies determined to fight to save premiership defence
Collingwood defender John Noble insists the Magpies can still make finals and will fight to save their AFL premiership defence.
Roosters surprised but not fazed by their damning stats
The Sydney Roosters have brushed off their one-from-20 record against Melbourne and Penrith over the past four years as they eye another NRL title.
Exum cleared for Games as Boomers hit winning form
Dante Exum will play through the pain of a badly dislocated finger suffered in the Boomers' one-point defeat of France that completed a positive Games build-up.
At 14, Covell could make Olympic history in Paris
Chloe Covell is a 14-year-old with an uncommon teenager's mindset that has helped to make her a street skateboarding Olympic medal contender.
Martin remains upbeat despite pre-Paris BMX setbacks
Despite a foot injury and a poor result last month, Australian BMX freestyle star Logan Martin's self-belief ahead of the Olympics remains solid.
Melbourne’s Maclaren off to India, Yazbek US bound
Ex-Melbourne City striker Jamie Maclaren has joined Indian Super League giants Mohun Bagan, while fellow Socceroo Patrick Yazbek is off to MLS side Nashville.
Freo skipper suffers arm fracture, Papley out for Swans
Fremantle have been dealt a huge blow with captain Alex Pearce fracturing his left arm again, while Sydney's Tom Papley will be sidelined with an ankle injury.
Kennedy’s ref collision tests Sharks’ fullback depth
Cronulla are set to hand a debut to Liam Ison as Will Kennedy sits out the North Queensland trip with a suspension for making contact with referee Adam Gee.
Paseka on verge of being NRL’s longest locked-in prop
Taniela Paseka is set to become the only prop in the NRL signed until the end of 2029, with the Manly front rower on the verge of a lengthy contract extension.
AFL demands three clubs explain concussion management
Carlton, the Brisbane Lions and Adelaide have been given "please explain" notices from the AFL regarding concussion protocol management of their star players.
Giants bent on conquering MCG demons for flag chase
Greater Western Sydney are viewing their last home-and-away hitout at the MCG as a dress rehearsal for their premiership aspirations, star Jesse Hogan says.
De Koning in finals doubt as Blues sweat on other stars
Tom De Koning will undergo surgery as Carlton sweat on further injuries to Sam Walsh and Blake Acres, while Harry McKay has been cleared of concussion.
Free agent Ainsworth stays at Gold Coast
Forward Ben Ainsworth has re-signed with Gold Coast until the end of the 2028 AFL season, while the Suns have also signed ex-BBL cricketer Zak Evans.