Kirsty Coventry elected as first female Olympics chief
Kirsty Coventry has won the race for sport's biggest job, becoming the first woman and first African to be elected as International Olympic Committee president.
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Martin gets upper hand in long-running Munster battle
While Cameron Munster's Melbourne got the win at AAMI Park, his Penrith nemesis Liam Martin had the last laugh in their latest battle on the field.
Popovic’s Socceroos project begins to take shape
He has had to learn on the go but the Socceroos team Tony Popovic has envisioned is now starting to come together.
Coventry’s IOC presidency creates hole for Brisbane ’32
Australian Olympic officials laud Kirsty Coventry's historic appointment as IOC president, but it leaves a hole to be filled for Brisbane's 2032 Games.
We left our mate on an island, says star Eagle defender
West Coast will be aiming to bounce back from last week's horror 87-point loss to Gold Coast when they face Brisbane at the Gabba on Sunday.
Hynes key as Sharks bid to beat Vegas travel hangover
Cronulla have had the toughest schedule of any team to start the NRL, but they have been boosted by some good injury news for Nicho Hynes.
‘Fuming’ Khawaja bites at ‘100 per cent wrong’ critics
Usman Khawaja has delivered a passionate explanation for his controversial Shield absence and slammed Queensland Cricket's Joe Dawes for fuelling the fire.
Don’t blame Ilias alone for Dragons loss: Flanagan
Shane Flanagan is no longer frustrated with St George Illawarra's tight loss to South Sydney, nor with Lachlan Ilias's performance at the death.
Rabbitohs fullback spot belongs to Mitchell: Bennett
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett says Latrell Mitchell will be their preferred fullback over an in-form Jye Gray when the NRL star proves his fitness.
Schoolyard sprint that hurtled Gout towards greatness
Gout Gout had his heart set on playing soccer until an impromptu schoolyard sprint race, wearing joggers, changed everything.
Champ Opetaia stews after ‘stay busy’ fight revealed
World cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia's next opponent has been revealed, with the undefeated Australian set to face Claudio Squeo in May on the Gold Coast.
‘A good contest’: Dolphins’ Katoa ready for Luai test
Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa has been backed to shine against his Wests Tigers counterpart Jarome Luai, as Kristian Woolf addressed the ongoing Frank Molo saga.
Froling out of NBL decider and into the unknown
Sam Froling will miss the decisive fifth game of the NBL championship series after scans confirmed a long-term achilles tendon issue for the Illawarra big man.
Injured stars: Storm learn full cost of bittersweet win
Melbourne have been left to count the costs of their win over Penrith, with Jahrome Hughes, Nick Meaney and Nelson Asofa-Solomona all injured.
Ponga perfection has Hasler hatching Titans plot
The Gold Coast must shut down Kalyn Ponga when Newcastle travel to Robina, with the Knights fullback having more reasons to showcase his magic.
Kicking goals: Lynagh’s vibes-based approach paying off
Reds No.10 Tom Lynagh has found his radar after two inaccurate seasons with the boot and says the secret is not overdoing it and "making sure you feel good".
Miller the unlikely face of Popovic’s Socceroos revamp
Lewis Miller has overcome his Asian Cup horror show to make Australia's right back berth his own under the coaching of Tony Popovic.
All eyes on Wallaby star ahead of grudge match
There's great excitement in the ACT Brumbies' camp as star back-rower Rob Valetini plays his first Super Rugby Pacific game of the year against his old boss.
DCE’s protege sees value in time under veteran No.7
Joey Walsh has set his sights on one day carrying on Daly Cherry-Evans' legacy at Manly, but he is in no rush to replace the Sea Eagles No.7.
Kambosos the headliner but women boxers ready to shine
George Kambosos Jr is capturing all the attention but two Australian women boxers are ready to take centre stage while defending world titles in Sydney.
No bitterness from Addo-Carr ahead of Bulldogs clash
Jason Ryles has confirmed Josh Addo-Carr will make his Parramatta debut against Canterbury, the club that sacked him for drug driving last year.
Haas, Reynolds fire Broncos to win over Cowboys
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh was put on report as prop Payne Haas won the Carl Webb Medal in a 26-16 win over North Queensland.
Magpies snatch dramatic win to ruin Bulldogs’ party
Collingwood have fought out a thrilling six-point victory over the Western Bulldogs, who were gallant in their game celebrating 100 years in the VFL/AFL.
Kennedy pipped for historic 60m gold at world indoors
Lachlan Kennedy has won the first ever 60 metres medal by an Australian at the world indoor championships, taking silver in an agonising near-miss in Nanjing.
Walsh praised, then slapped with shoulder charge
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has praised the defence of fullback Reece Walsh, who was then slapped with a shoulder charge on Saturday.
NBL ‘March Madness’ reaches climax in title decider
An unpredictable NBL championship series will be decided in Wollongong on Sunday when the Illawarra Hawks host Melbourne United.
Seibold wants to give DCE time to consider future
Daly Cherry-Evans has reaffirmed his status as the NRL's ironman, proving himself fit to overcome back spasms for Manly and face Canberra.
Hull’s Super League revival under Cartwright continues
Hull FC have slugged out a 16-12 win over Wakefield in a gripping Super League clash at the DIY Kitchens Stadium.
Last bell tolls for boxing great George Foreman
George Foreman, the boxing great who won world titles in his 20s and 40s, has died at the age of 76.
Alarms set as ‘suspicious’ Lions welcome Eagles
Will McLachlan will debut for Brisbane at the Gabba, where their premiership flag will be unfurled before midday ahead of a lunch date with the Eagles.
Series-ending setback: Gardner returns home from NZ
Charli Knott has been parachuted into Australia's squad after star allrounder Ashleigh Gardner suffered a broken finger.