Raiders’ Corey Horsburgh meets Broncos, Tigers next
Canberra forward Corey Horsburgh met with Brisbane powerbrokers this week and is set for a catch-up with Benji Marshall as demand for the firebrand ramps up.
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Burgess still holds ambitions of being NRL head coach
Sam Burgess has ambitions of returning to the NRL as a head coach, while currently on a quasi Wayne Bennett apprenticeship from the other side of the world.
Cattery trip could prove crucial in Eagles’ coach race
West Coast will be missing key players Tom Barrass, Jeremy McGovern and Liam Ryan when they take on Geelong at GMHBA Stadium on Saturday.
Curnow, Saad and McGovern all a chance for Blues
Carlton forward Charlie Curnow is a chance to return against St Kilda this week, while Sydney star Chad Warner and Hawthorn's Jack Scrimshaw have been named.
Port fail to downgrade Houston’s five-match AFL ban
The AFL Appeals Board have rejected Port Adelaide's argument than Dan Houston didn't receive a fair hearing at the AFL Tribunal, upholding his five-match ban.
Tigers stun Manly to spoil Luke Brooks’ homecoming
Wests Tigers have pull off one of the upsets of the NRL season, stunning Manly 34-26 on Luke Brooks' return to Leichhardt Oval.
Aussie O’Connor in a world of his own at La Vuelta
Australian Ben O'Connor has enjoyed one of his supersonic days in the saddle to roar from nowhere into a sensational lead of La Vuelta a Espana.
Olakau’atu fined, Manly forward faces ban after loss
Manly will have their most damaging forward available for the final fortnight of the regular season, with Haumole Olakau'atu avoiding a ban for a high shot.
Popyrin in line for third 2024 slam duel with Djokovic
Alexei Popyrin could get the ultimate test of his soaring progress with another potential grand slam duel with Novak Djokovic in the offing at the US Open.
Titans’ Kini takes Dylanesque steps towards player gong
Gold Coast fullback Keano Kini has broken two club records in his first full NRL season and established himself as the Titans' most consistent player.
Australia’s US Open stocks climb to 20 in the main draw
Australia will have 20 tennis players in the US Open singles main draws for the first time since 1979 after six more successfully qualified in New York.
Adelaide star Rachele remorseful after being axed
Adelaide forward Josh Rachele says he's remorseful after being dropped from the AFL side for repeatedly failing to adhere to the club's team-first values.
Key pair ruled out of Blues’ vital Saints clash
Carlton spearhead Charlie Curnow has fallen short of a comeback from an ankle injury in time for the Blues' crucial AFL clash with St Kilda.
Horsburgh back in for Raiders days after meeting rivals
Corey Horsburgh is back in the Canberra fold, named to play in his first NRL game since round five despite holding contract talks with rival clubs.
Sad Souths stalwart Cook braces for emotional departure
Damien Cook has been one of South Sydney's best players since he signed with St George Illawarra, but the reality of his impending exit is starting to hit.
Meninga won’t pick Mitchell for end-of-year Tests
Latrell Mitchell is set to miss Australia's end-of-year Tests, while the NRL and South Sydney aren't on the same page about one aspect of the star's likely ban.
Schofield won’t be urging Eagles to do it for him
West Coast interim coach Jarrad Schofield will face the biggest challenge of his seven games in charge when his side faces Geelong at GMHBA Stadium.
Melbourne prepared for Dolphins threat
Craig Bellamy is expecting former Melbourne trio Felise Kaufusi and the Bromwich brothers, Jesse and Kenny to be fired up as the Dolphins hunt a finals berth.
Bennett seeks elusive win over coaching nemesis Bellamy
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has won his last 12 games against Wayne Bennett-coached sides in a stunning overall record as both speak of their mutual respect.
Burgess has ‘rare’ quality to be NRL coach: Bennett
Wayne Bennett has backed Sam Burgess to succeed as an NRL coach after he completes his apprenticeship with Warrington.
Hardwick’s chance to spoil Tigers’ farewell party
Richmond will farewell their retiring premiership greats, but former coach Damien Hardwick is remaining focused on guiding his Gold Coast side to a win.
Crunch time in NRLW as teams count cost of losses
The NRLW finals arithmetic has begun as the short-lived season hits halfway, with title hopefuls Canberra in urgent need of points to save their top-four hopes.
All heart as divisive Daniher eyes sentimental 200th
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has defended key forward Joe Daniher as he prepares for AFL game 200 against the club where it all began.
Allianz Stadium cleared for NRL finals after turf work
Ground staff at Allianz Stadium are confident the surface will be able to handle rain during the NRL finals, after work on the venue's drainage.
Strike forces AFL to bring forward Hawks-North clash
Industrial action from electrical workers in Tasmania has prompted the AFL to bring forward Saturday's match between Hawthorn and North Melbourne in Launceston.
May speaks on Petracca’s ’emotional’ Demons meeting
Star Melbourne defender Steven May says Christian Petracca opened up to his teammates about his mental health struggles amid trade speculation.
Pickett set for ban as lightning halts Magpies’ win
Star Melbourne forward Kysaiah Pickett is facing another ban for a high bump after collecting Collingwood captain Darcy Moore in the Demons' 46-point loss.
Broncos’ finals hopes remain alive with win over Eels
Brisbane trailed 16-0 against Parramatta before roaring home at Suncorp Stadium to keep their semi-final bid in play.
Aussie O’Connor enjoys first day in Vuelta leader’s red
Ben O'Connor has savoured his first day as a Grand Tour race leader at La Vuelta a Espana as he lost just six seconds of his major advantage to Primoz Roglic.
Petracca set for post-season meeting with Demons coach
Melbourne superstar Christian Petracca has yet to sit down with Demons coach Simon Goodwin to guarantee he will see out his contract at the club.
Adam Scott dazzles with 63 to control FedEx Cup playoff
Adam Scott has roared into command of the second FedEx Cup playoff event at Castle Pines, Colorado, with a dazzling, nine-under-par second round of 63.