SBW fan Willison gives Broncos ‘whack’ for Penrith test
Xavier Willison grew up idolising Sonny Bill Williams, and now the Brisbane behemoth is ready to take on two of Penrith's and New Zealand's great front-rowers.
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Smylie’s goosebump moment after Open qualification
And then there were six: Elvis Smylie will join five other Australians when he makes his major tournament debut at The Open Championship at Royal Troon.
Crunch meeting to decide A-League central distribution
The scale of central distribution available to Australia's A-Leagues clubs is due to be revealed, with clubs bracing for a significant reduction in funds.
Tedesco backs Chad Townsend to add value for Roosters
The acquisition of Chad Townsend can ensure a player exodus won't impact the Sydney Roosters' premiership ambitions, captain James Tedesco says.
Aussie skater happy to wing it in Olympic defence
Keegan Palmer will defend his skateboarding gold in Paris at a mystery park he won't even have the dimensions of until just days out from competition.
‘You’re kidding’: Hinkley says pressure remains at Port
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley insists pressure remains high at Alberton despite a crucial win against St Kilda following a tough week for the Power.
Barrett eager for Eels to make crucial coaching call
The sooner Parramatta make a decision on their next coach the better for the Eels' hopes of starting 2025 on the right foot, interim boss Trent Barrett says.
Former Wallabies star Gordon signs with Titans for 2024
Gold Coast have signed former Wallabies No.10 Carter Gordon for the rest of 2024, and the 23-year-old has already taken part in his first training session.
Suns ‘crazy’ not to ponder Dusty recruitment: Hardwick
Suns coach Damien Hardwick admits it would "be crazy" not to consider a Gold Coast reunion with off-contract Richmond star Dustin Martin.
Docker Cox set to face Tigers, Walters may miss again
Fremantle's injury-hit defence is set to receive a massive boost, with Brennan Cox on track to return from hamstring surgery against Richmond.
Saint King to look to Blues star Curnow for inspiration
After Max King's latest career-interrupting injury, St Kilda want him to look to Carlton star Charlie Curnow as an example of how to overcome multiple setbacks.
Nawaqanitawase earns Olympic nod before NRL defection
NRL-bound Mark Nawaqanitawase has been catapulted into an Olympic debut, the flying former Wallabies winger a shock addition to Australia's rugby sevens team.
Fancied Thompson succumbs tamely at Wimbledon
Jordan Thompson's hopes of a big run at Wimbledon have been shattered at just the second hurdle after he was outplayed by Brandon Nakashima.
‘Sooky’ Albert Hopoate credits wife for NRL return
Burns victim Albert Hopoate is enjoying his time back on the field as Canberra prepare to get their league campaign back on track against Newcastle.
Josh Daicos under injury cloud, Pies coach backs Moore
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has backed Darcy Moore to rediscover his best form while the Magpies could be without Josh Daicos against Essendon.
Thompson caned as Vukic bows to Wimbledon champ Alcaraz
Jordan Thompson was outplayed at Wimbledon by Brandon Nakashima but fellow Aussie Aleksandar Vukic had plenty to be proud of in defeat to Carlos Alcaraz.
‘Hurting’ A-League clubs to net just $530k in funding
The scale of central distribution available to Australia's A-Leagues clubs has been revealed, with clubs set to pocket just $530,000 for the 2024/25 season.
Tedesco backs Cowboy Townsend to add value to Roosters
The acquisition of Chad Townsend can ensure a player exodus won't impact the Sydney Roosters' premiership ambitions, captain James Tedesco says.
Cowboys will put a target on DCE: Dearden warns
North Queensland playmaker Tom Dearden plays with Manly half Daly Cherry-Evans for Queensland but there will be no love lost in the NRL clash in Townsville.
Broncos gun Arthars back from jaw-dropping weight loss
Brisbane winger Jesse Arthars has detailed his inspirational recovery after eating through a straw following a broken jaw.
Cavendish claims solo Tour stage record with 35th win
Mark Cavendish has won a record-breaking 35th career Tour de France stage at the age of 39, moving clear of Belgian legend Eddy Merckx.
Kokkinakis pulls off epic five-set shock at Wimbledon
Thanasi Kokkinakis has saved a rain-hit day for Australia at Wimbledon with an epic comeback win over 17th seed Felix Auger-Aliassime.
Liam Wright named as Joe Schmidt’s Wallabies captain
Queensland Reds flanker and captain Liam Wright has been named as the new Wallabies skipper by coach Joe Schmidt.
Walsh will explode for Broncos on one proviso: Walters
Brisbane's Reece Walsh has just four try assists this year but coach Kevin Walters says team discipline can spark the fullback's creativity against Penrith.
Roosters a threat on both sides in premiership push
Dom Young's arrival and Sam Walker's growth has given the Sydney Roosters what they have long craved: a right attacking edge that can match their left.
Black Ferns duo eye Olympic gold and NRLW title
St George Illawarra five-eighth Tyla King and Brisbane centre Stacey Waaka are eying Olympic gold before they attempt to win their maiden NRLW premierships.
Four rookies in line to make their Wallaroos debut
Four newcomers have been named in the Wallaroos side to face Fijiana in a double-header with the Wallabies in Sydney.
Fifita ‘x-factor’ makes him a Maroons must: Hasler
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler and Queensland great Gorden Tallis have backed David Fifita's credentials for a Maroons recall ahead of the clash with Cronulla.
Arnold’s Gold Coast pitch ahead of Aussie Cup qualifier
The Socceroos will play Bahrain in a World Cup qualifier on the Gold Coast, where coach Graham Arnold reckons the return of an A-Leagues outfit would work.
De Minaur forges into the last-32 at Wimbledon
Alex de Minaur has made it into the third round at Wimbledon with a straight-sets win over familiar rival Jaume Munar.
De Minaur into the last-32 at Wimbledon but Saville out
Alex de Minaur has made it into Wimbledon's third round with a straight-sets win over familiar rival Jaume Munar but Daria Saville has suffered a tough loss.