Flanagan’s spray powers Dragons to upset over Panthers
A State of Origin-affected Penrith have suffered a shock loss to St George Illawarra, who were kicked into gear at halftime by fiery coach Shane Flanagan.
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$14 million side of injured stars who could win Origin
So great is the impact of injuries ahead of State of Origin I, an 18-man team of stars unavailable for the series would not fit under the NRL's salary cap.
‘Stick with us’: Rebels aim higher for breakout finals
Melbourne captain Rob Leota is refusing to lose hope in the face of his club's impending end, confident the Rebels will produce a strong finals show.
Dockers’ double act ruck and roll through Demons
Fremantle's first trip to Alice Springs was a memorable one as ruck duo Sean Darcy and Luke Jackson stood out in a 92-point humbling of Melbourne.
Firebirds shock Thunderbirds in Super Netball boilover
The Queensland Firebirds have snapped a five-game Super Netball losing streak with a huge upset over the wayward, out-of-sorts Adelaide Thunderbirds in Brisbane
Drinkwater propels Cowboys to gutsiest win of year
Scott Drinkwater set up one try, scored another and kicked the winning penalty goal as North Queensland upset the Sydney Roosters at Allianz Stadium.
Upsets galore in round 13 of the NRL season
Round 13 of the NRL season proved a tipster's nightmare as St George Illawarra and North Queensland, among others, ambushed their highly-fancied foes.
Suns feel right at home as they surge into top eight
Gold Coast have withstood a strong Essendon comeback to secure a stirring 11-point win and replace reigning premiers Collingwood inside the AFL's top eight.
Bontempelli brilliance well worth the wait for Bulldogs
There were high-profile reports, some surprising results and plenty of stand-out individual performances in another action-packed round of AFL matches.
Queenslanders on high alert for resurgent Tedesco
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans has admitted the Maroons are on high alert for a James Tedesco masterclass, believing the NSW No.1 has a point to prove.
Demon out to bypass the tentacles of ‘Octopus’ Medvedev
Alex de Minaur has to get past the tentacles of Daniil Medvedev if he wants to be the first Aussie man in two decades to reach the French Open quarters.
Mate’s belief spurs Higgins to cusp of Origin history
Olivia Higgins says if not for the belief of Knights teammate Yasmin Clydsdale, she might not be lining up in the second match of the State of Origin series.
Saso wins Women’s US Open as Aussie Minjee Lee crumbles
Japanese golfer Yuka Saso has scored a three-shot victory at the US Women's Open after Australian star Minjee Lee suffered a dramatic final-round collapse.
McLean feels for Edwards, backs him for Origin comeback
Jordan McLean found himself in the same tough situation as injured Dylan Edwards two years ago but is confident the fullback will gain another chance for NSW.
Levi runs the show in Australia’s World Sevens triumph
Maddison Levi has torn apart France with her third hat-trick in five games to give Australia victory in the World Sevens Series final in Madrid.
NSW enter Maguire mode as Queensland get need for speed
Michael Maguire's seven months of research with phone and blue jersey in hand has given NSW a State of Origin team built on work ethic and passion.
Free-kick spike after AFL’s holding-the-ball tweak
Free kicks for holding the ball surged on the weekend after AFL umpires were instructed to change their interpretation of tackle laws.
Eagles to argue length of Reid’s ban at AFL tribunal
Harley Reid will challenge the grading of his rough conduct charge, but is still facing a ban that will rule him ineligible for the Rising Star award.
Olympic selection battle affected all the marathoners
The three Australian women chosen to run the marathon in Paris were all on tenterhooks while an appeal by Lisa Weightman played out.
Walsh set for best in Origin, emotions no issue: DCE
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans says the Maroons will bring out Reece Walsh's best in Origin and he has no concerns about his emotions bubbling over.
Kokkinakis a late-night, five-set hero again in Paris
Thanasi Kokkinakis has pulled off another stirring comeback from two sets down to join Alex de Minaur in the third round at the French Open.
Carlton coach Voss hails another signature moment
Carlton coach Michael Voss says ending an unwanted, decade-long record with an away win against Port Adelaide is a signature moment for his club.
Moses magic make Eels feel NRL season far from over
A returning Mitchell Moses has given Parramatta hope their race is not run in the battle for a top-eight spot on the NRL ladder.
Sacked Waratahs coach sympathises with Melbourne Rebels
Departing NSW Waratahs coach Darren Coleman reckons the Melbourne Rebels' brutal removal from Super Rugby puts his sacking in perspective.
Blues’ Robson ready to ‘hate’ his Cowboys teammates
Reece Robson typifies the 'mate against mate' mantra of State of Origin more than most, and he's ready to unsaddle his North Queensland colleagues in maroon.
Moses kicks right back into gear as Eels sink Sharks
Mitchell Moses barely missed a beat on his return for Parramatta, setting up two tries in a 34-22 win over Cronulla.
AFL clears Clarkson for boundary-line swearing
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has avoided a potential two-match ban after the AFL investigated him for a foul-mouthed outburst during Saturday's game.
Flynn named for Eagles debut, Pies make five changes
Matt Flynn is poised for his long-awaited West Coast debut, while Collingwood have made five changes after being hit by more injury chaos.
Rebels’ failings on field and off lead to Super axing
The Melbourne Rebels' lack of on-field success, compared with AAMI Park neighbours the Melbourne Storm, contributed to their financial woes and ultimate demise.
Origin call sparks no second thoughts for Suaalii
Sydney Roosters star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii says playing State of Origin won't prompt him to rethink his three-year deal to move to rugby union.
Losses rack up for Kookas, Hockeyroos in Belgium
The Hockeyroos have been thumped 5-0 by Argentina while the Kookaburras also lost to the South Americans, 2-1 in Belgium's Pro League leg.