End of 15-year era: Manly ponder life without DCE
Daly Cherry-Evans has played more games at No.7 than anyone in history and after several other records, his exit leaves Manly with questions for the future.
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Brockington warning as Breakers star sweats on injury
New Zealand recruit Izaiah Brockington has already turned NBL rivals' heads and fellow import Parker Jackson-Cartwright believes there's plenty more to come.
Maverick, master coach: how Hardwick helped Suns rise
Given Damien Hardwick's AFL influences, it is little wonder that the Gold Coast coach is unafraid to speak his mind - or is so successful.
The AFL’s second qualifying final at a glance
A guide to the AFL's second qualifying final between Geelong and the Brisbane Lions at the MCG.
‘Wasted opportunity’: Demon blows US Open quarter-final
Alex de Minaur has been left reeling again by his sixth grand slam quarter-final disappointment at the US Open, beaten by Felix Auger-Aliassime.
15 minutes of magic as Collingwood win qualifying final
Collingwood have defeated Adelaide by 24 points in the first AFL qualifying final with the victory created by a stunning quarter-hour of football.
‘Take risks’: Cummins determined to be right for Ashes
Admitting he would be "devastated" to miss the Ashes, Australia captain Pat Cummins is hopeful he will be right to play in the series opener in Perth.
How even ping-pong brings out the beast in Freo forward
Patrick Voss was delisted by Essendon in 2023 without even playing an AFL game, but he has become a cult hero, a menace, and a proven match-winner at Fremantle.
Disused bowlo in Aboriginal hands after High Court win
An abandoned lawn bowls club will be passed to an Aboriginal land council, with a High Court decision set to ripple across numerous crown land leases.
Wallabies pack ready for next Test battle with Pumas
No Will Skelton, no worries, according to the Wallabies, who feel they have the talent to cover the loss of the rampaging lock against Argentina.
Silvagni makes free agency call, turns down Magpies
Carlton father-son Jack Silvagni has turned down the Blues' arch-nemesis Collingwood, deciding to move to St Kilda as the Saints' recruiting spree ramps up.
Into the light: Foran’s quest to enhance mental health
Retiring Gold Coast star Kieran Foran experienced the unimaginable pain of losing a stepson to suicide, and his ongoing work improving young lives is priceless.
Storm hopeful injured key forward can play finals role
Melbourne welcome halfback Jahrome Hughes back from injury against Brisbane, and say back-rower Shawn Blore's fractured larynx isn't as bad as first thought.
Resilient Raiders reap rewards of pre-season boot camp
Canberra players have recalled the gruelling army-style boot camp that set them up for success in the 2025 NRL season.
Townsville to host all rivals in fresh WNBL tournament
All eight WNBL teams will converge on Townsville in September for a new-look pre-season tournament ahead of Bendigo Spirit's title defence.
Cagey Adelaide coach keeps Collingwood guessing
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has hinted he could be playing mind games with Collingwood ahead of their qualifying final.
Cats young gun takes positives out of second-year blues
Geelong defender Lawson Humphries concedes he's found his second year in the AFL system challenging but believes it holds him in good stead.
Disobedient Dogs at risk of being bitten by rap sheet
More than 50 NRL players will enter round 27 with their finals series at risk of being blown apart by a bad judiciary record, with Canterbury the most at risk.
Broncos players warned not to flush title hopes away
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire says "culture is everything" after two off-field incidents involving Reece Walsh and Gehamat Shibasaki before the Melbourne clash
Sharks could lobby NRL amid Allianz Stadium debacle
Allianz Stadium's drainage crisis could force Cronulla to host a final at their third-choice home ground, a prospect that may leave the Sharks lobbying the NRL.
Huge Australian team for world athletics championships
The Australian team for the upcoming world athletics championships in Tokyo will be even bigger than the one at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
Souths star wants No.6 jersey back in 2026
Cody Walker is intent on reclaiming South Sydney's starting five-eighth spot from Ashton Ward once he puts a season of injury hell behind him.
‘A few punch-ons’: Hawks primed if GWS final gets fiery
A star Hawthorn player admits aggression got the better of him at training on the weekend, as they build up to an elimination final against GWS.
One down: Peters won’t apply for Newcastle coach role
Willie Peters' manager says his client will not pursue the Newcastle head-coaching job, despite being asked to apply for the role.
Future Fuller for Dolphins whiz after inspiring return
Dolphins late bloomer Trai Fuller is a top-shelf NRL fullback who will have a big call to make on his future in the coming months.
‘It’s a no-brainer’: why Irishmen flourish in the AFL
Adelaide defender Mark Keane opens up on his journey from a small town in Ireland to the AFL finals.
Cook Islands on Hunt for final World Cup spot
Cook Islands coach Karmichael Hunt can't wait to watch Cronulla star KL Iro in the World Cup qualifier against South Africa and continue a great family legacy.
Lions’ ‘goldfish’ just keeps swimming towards finals
Kai Lohmann admits the Lions' emphasis on staying in the moment, rather than worrying about what's happened in the past, has served him well this season.
Hardwick inspiring Hunt, 13 years on from ‘that’ goal
Karmichael Hunt left Damien Hardwick in despair with his 2012 after-the-siren winner, but the AFL coach is now inspiring the cross-code star's next endeavour.
‘We missed him’: banned Crow apologises to teammates
Adelaide star Izak Rankine has apologised to his teammates after pledging to regain their trust after being banned for four AFL games for a homophobic slur.
Australia’s king of the mountains doubles up in Vuelta
Jay Vine has continued his love affair with La Vuelta, winning a fourth stage in the Spanish grand tour to strengthen his king of the mountains defence.