Belgium strike double Aussie hockey blow
The Kookaburras and Hockeyroos have both lost to Belgium in their first games of their pre-Olympic Pro League tour of Europe.
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A-League bet-fix scandal grows with more players named
Macarthur FC players Matthew Millar and Jed Drew have both been accused of participating in a criminal group behind an alleged bet-fixing scheme.
Luai ready to lead as Hynes gets through NSW training
NSW halfback Nicho Hynes has increased his involvement at State of Origin training, while Jarome Luai has gone from axed half to the Blues leadership group.
Brumbies spearhead Australia’s Super Rugby title tilt
Australia are guaranteed at least three teams in the Super Rugby Pacific finals as the Brumbies, Reds and Rebels try to wrestle back trans-Tasman supremacy.
Ex-footballer Cable fighting child sexual abuse charges
Former Australian Rules footballer Barry Cable has pleaded not guilty to historical child sexual abuse charges, dating back to the 1960s.
Su’A credits Bennett, Flanagan for Maroons recall
Queensland forward Jaydn Su'A is back in the State of Origin arena and credits two of his favourite coaches and former enforcer Ben Te'o for inspiring him.
The moment when Hammer truly knew he belonged in Origin
Queensland flyer Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has rare gifts but it was a match-turning try in Adelaide for the Maroons last year that filled him with Origin belief.
Blake Cavallaro named Bulldogs’ first NRLW coach
Former NSW U19s women's coach Blake Cavallaro will take charge of Canterbury's inaugural NRLW team from next year.
Ewing duel looms as swell arrives, Tahiti Pro delivers
Tahiti's Olympic wave will be pumping when Australian Ethan Ewing faces an early Games pressure test against retiring American surfing legend Kelly Slater.
Talk of Origin series win taboo for NSW women
NSW women are heavy favourites to clinch a State of Origin series win, but Kylie Hilder and her squad aren't focused on making history.
Push for new 2032 stadium shut down by govt
A renewed push to build a new 2032 Brisbane Olympic stadium has quickly been shut down amid claims it does not fall under the funding envelope.
Moses stars on return 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.
Cripps helps fast-finishing Carlton down Port Adelaide
Carlton have produced a stunning eight-goal last quarter in a 36-point win over Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval.
NSW Waratahs out to finish forgettable season in style
The wooden spoon-bound NSW Waratahs insist there's still plenty to play for in Friday night's Super Rugby Pacific final-round clash with the Queensland Reds.
Matt Burton’s Origin absence frustrates Bulldogs
Cameron Ciraldo is disappointed Canterbury will miss the services of Matt Burton, after the five-eighth was named as 18th player for NSW in Origin I.
In the pink: Origin period makes Penrith a star factory
Penrith have used recent State of Origin series to blood the next generation of stars, with two more ready to rise and shine during this year's series.
De Minaur victory push held up by rain in ‘Drench Open’
Australia's last survivors in the French Open singles have endured very different fortunes before the rains came again to interrupt their second-round matches.
De Minaur ends ‘Drench Open’ hoodoo to make third round
Alex de Minaur has got past the second round for the first time at the French Open at his eighth attempt with a fine win over Spanish clay-courter Jaume Munar.
Aussie batter Burns to play for Italy in T20 Cup push
Heartbroken former Australia batter Joe Burns is switching to play for Italy ahead of a T20 World Cup qualifying push as a tribute to his late brother Dominic.
Walsh commits to Broncos, gets Slater boost for Origin
Queensland fullback Reece Walsh says he will re-sign with Brisbane and stay there for the rest of his career as he gets a lift from mentoring by Billy Slater.
Big Mac ready to deliver in key role for Gold Coast
Exciting Gold Coast defender Mac Andrew has put his hand up for the big jobs after impressing against Carlton goal machine Charlie Curnow.
Arzani set to be rewarded with Socceroos squad recall
Melbourne Victory ace Daniel Arzani is set to return to the Socceroos set-up, after last winning a cap back in 2018.
Fifita misses Origin spot after starring in Titans win
Queensland have made the shock call to leave David Fifita out of their team for State of Origin I, despite him starring in Gold Coast's win over Brisbane.
From NSW villain to most important Blue: Jarome Luai
Sent off for a head butt and dropped in last year's State of Origin series, Jarome Luai is now the most experienced member of the Blues' new-look spine.
Tedesco axed as fullback as only six Blues survive
Dylan Edwards has won the race for the NSW No.1 jersey, with Australia's Test captain James Tedesco a shock axing for the State of Origin series opener.
Lions, Cats looking for a way to rediscover their mojo
Round 11 of the AFL produced some fascinating results, with Geelong losing a fourth game in a row and Brisbane slipping further off the pace with another loss.
Max Gawn dominant as Demons crush Saints
Melbourne have surged back into the AFL's top four, with captain Max Gawn passing a late fitness test to be best afield in a 38-point win over St Kilda.
Watene-Zelezniak spearheads depleted Warriors to win
Missing 10 regular first-graders, the Warriors - led by the rampaging Dallin Watene-Zelezniak - have stood tall to down the Dolphins 24-20 in Auckland.
Vixens smash Fever’s unbeaten Super Netball run
West Coast Fever have had their unbeaten Super Netball record ended by the Melbourne Vixens, who subjected them to a 76-65 home defeat in Perth.
Brisbane Lions’ season ‘hanging in the balance’: Fagan
Last year's grand finalists are having a campaign to forget, with a 25-point defeat to Hawthorn the latest setback for Chris Fagan's faltering Brisbane Lions.
Hawthorn continue to be Lion tamers with 25-point win
Hawthorn have notched up a fifth straight victory over Brisbane to leave the Lions' AFL season precariously placed.