‘Consumed me’: why de Minaur is relaxed ahead of Open
World No.6 Alex de Minaur has never been ranked higher entering a grand slam and has rarely been more relaxed either ahead of his 10th Australian Open tilt.
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NBL confirms rescheduled Taipans-Bullets clash
The NBL has confirmed the Cairns-Brisbane clash postponed because of a cyclone threat in Far North Queensland will now be played on January 12.
WSW snag pressure-relieving win over Mata’s Victory
Western Sydney have claimed a 1-0 win over Melbourne Victory, courtesy of a Kosta Barbarouses penalty, to snap a five-game winless run.
Khawaja shines, Warner hurt as Heat thump Thunder
Usman Khawaja's international career may be over, but he showed he is far from a spent force, stroking a fine 78 to help the Brisbane Heat to a BBL victory.
Maley magic powers Perth to clean sweep over Adelaide
The Perth Lynx have continued their dominance over the Adelaide Lightning, with Anneli Maley providing the fireworks to power her side to victory.
‘Football family’s with you’: Arsenal emotion for Kyra
Fans and players from Arsenal, as well as their Man Utd opponents, have paid emotional tributes to Matildas ace Kyra Cooney-Cross amid her family plight.
‘Winning knows no age’: Venus back in Australia
Seven-time grand slam winner Venus Williams is preparing in Hobart ahead of her 22nd Australian Open, where she well break an age record.
Legal threat not a concern for Mariners coach Moon
The ugly New Year's Eve stoush between Brisbane and Central Coast could still end up having legal ramifications, but Mariners coach Warren Moon isn't worried.
Woods on fire as Townsville overcome resurgent Flyers
The Townsville Fire have survived an almighty scare to defeat the Southside Melbourne Flyers and keep alive their hopes of finishing on top of the WNBL ladder.
Rain puts dampener on Steve Smith’s Big Bash return
The Sydney Sixers' clash against the Hobart Hurricanes has been washed out after five overs, with Steve Smith unbeaten when play was abandoned.
Seventh heaven: world No.1 flexes in Brisbane defence
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka has withstood in-form Marta Kostyuk to defend her Brisbane title in what was her seventh-straight finals appearance in the country.
Heart in mouth: Roar hold on for ALW win over Victory
Melbourne Victory have missed the chance to go equal top on the A-League Women ladder after suffering an upset 1-0 loss to Brisbane Roar.
Resurgent Jets snatch away win over Melbourne City
Newcastle have handed Melbourne City a 1-0 defeat at AAMI Park to claim their second win on the spin and rise to fourth on the A-League Men table.
Swiatek fitness concerns dampen Polish Cup triumph
After suffering two heartbreaking finals losses, Poland have their hands on the United Cup after denying Switzerland a fairytale victory at the mixed showpiece.
‘Angry Medvedev, calm Medvedev’: Russian finds ‘flow’
Russia's former world No.1 Daniil Medvedev will arrive in Melbourne a threat again after a title-winning week in Brisbane spent tinkering with his game.
Eddy defies odds to win Australian road race crown
Pat Eddy has won the Australian elite men's road race title, defying the might of Jayco AlUla and sending a strong message to his old team.
Eddy shines, Jayco AlUla left rueing men’s road race
While Patrick Eddy deserved to win the men's elite road race at the Australian championships, Jayco AlUla's tactics late in the race raised eyebrows.
Open warning: Sabalenka has it ‘figured out’
No longer just relying on her power, world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka is happy to hear the improvements in the subtler arts of tennis are starting to show.
Why Sean Abbott won’t give up on T20 World Cup hopes
Sydney Sixers gun Sean Abbott missed the cut for Australia's Twenty20 World Cup squad but is on stand-by for a late call-up.
‘I’m still here’: Iga plays down pre-Open form concerns
Sans a title since September and beaten in her past two matches, world No.2 Iga Swiatek is refusing to panic ahead of her career grand slam tilt in Melbourne.
Aussie rookie scores career-best win in Hobart
Taylah Preston has made the most of a wildcard for the Hobart International, with the 20-year-old upsetting world No.40 Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in straight sets.
Kokkinakis injury flares, but wins singles comeback
Thanasi Kokkinakis has won his first singles match in nearly a year despite the Australian's long-standing shoulder injury resurfacing during his victory.
Cairns star’s ankle injury sours win over Bullets
Cairns almost let slip a huge first-half lead before surviving a spirited Brisbane charge to win their NBL match by five points.
Thunder blast devastates Gades’ BBL finals push
Chris Green and Nic Maddinson forged the game-winning partnership as the Sydney Thunder stunned the Melbourne Renegades at ENGIE Stadium.
Home farewell secured, Healy happy to pull up stumps
After admitting to losing some of her competitive drive in recent months, Alyssa Healy says the timing is perfect for her to bow out in front of home crowds.
Cameron Smith offered 20-day window for PGA Tour return
The PGA Tour has given Australian LIV Golf star Cameron Smith a chance to follow Brooks Koepka back to their ranks.
‘You can do it all’: Opal’s pregnancy call ahead of Cup
Opal Marianna Tolo isn't making comeback plans post-childbirth, despite admitting she could "technically" make a return in time to play in the World Cup.
Parramatta sign replacement for Zac Lomax
NRL side Parramatta have signed a highly-rated outside back following the sudden exit of NSW representative Zac Lomax.
Aussie medal prospects mount ahead of Winter Olympics
January 6 marks one month to go to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, with recent performances by Australians raising hopes of a record medal haul.
Teenager Jones takes top-50 scalp as Aussie women shine
Emerson Jones, still just 17, joined fellow Gold Coasters Kimberly Birrell and Olivia Gadecki as a winner in Brisbane, taking a top-50 scalp in style.
World Cup weapon: Socceroos star’s stunning double save
As the jostling for spots in Australia's World Cup team and squad continues, Mat Ryan has provided fresh evidence as to why he is the nation's best goalkeeper.