Smith out of favour at Roosters for one week only
Brandon Smith will be at Trent Robinson's disposal next week against the Bulldogs after the hooker was dropped for failing to turn up to a team meeting.
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Samoa want wide, experienced squad for next World Cup
Samoa coach Ben Gardiner will use a historic tour of England to help build his squad for the next World Cup, wanting a three-year commitment from players.
Tigers young gun Galvin ‘going nowhere’: coach Marshall
Claims teenaged star Lachlan Galvin could be on his way out of struggling Wests Tigers are well wide of the mark, coach Benji Marshall insists.
Brown shakes off jetlag to fly in first Darwin practice
Supercars championship leader Will Brown has set the early pace in the first Darwin practice session, days after making his NASCAR debut in California.
Why ex-Wallabies coach Cheika could handle NRL switch
Trent Robinson says Michale Cheika would be up to the task of trying his hand at day-to-day club coaching in the NRL.
Tigers still weighing up Leichhardt after funding boost
The West Tigers NRL club will decide how many games to play at Leichhardt Oval after threatening to leave the ground that is now to get a $40 million upgrade.
Ex-Socceroo seeks trial over sexual assault allegation
A former Socceroo may have to wait until next year to fight allegations he sexually assaulted a woman in the company of another man.
Hopgood, Fifita miss pre-Origin rounds through injury
J'Maine Hopgood's State of Origin spot hangs in the balance due to a back injury, while David Fifita won't have a last chance to impress Queensland selectors.
Volleyballers to dig for gold in shadow of Eiffel Tower
Tokyo medallists Taquila Clancy and Mariafe Artacho del Solar, plus Zachery Schubert and Thomas Hodges will compete in beach volleyball at the Paris Games.
Sydney FC’s Cortnee Vine quits ALW for US move
Cortnee Vine has quit A-League Women champions Sydney FC to sign a deal with a US-based club.
Cowboys ride away with win as boos ring out in Canberra
North Queensland have braved the Canberra cold to consign the Raiders to their third straight home loss in a convincing 34-16 win.
Daniher kicks five as Lions survive Saints fightback
Star Brisbane midfielder Lachie Neale endured a tough night, but he had the last laugh as the Lions beat St Kilda by 20 points.
Latrell makes Origin case as Souths trounce Broncos
Latrell Mitchell has starred in his last match before NSW name their team for State of Origin II, leading South Sydney to a 22-12 win over Brisbane.
Hall to equal Paralympic swim benchmark in Paris
Australia will send 30 swimmers to the Paralympic Games in Paris, with Brenden Hall to race at his fifth Games.
Riki faces ban as Broncos’ mid-season woes deepen
After three straight losses Brisbane are set to end round 15 outside the NRL's top eight, and to make matters worse Jordan Riki is facing a two-match ban.
Latrell looms large as Maguire mulls NSW changes
Michael Maguire has several big calls to make when he names his NSW side for State of Origin II, but none greater than whether to recall Latrell Mitchell.
Ill-disciplined Raiders leave Ricky Stuart ropeable
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has blasted the referees and his players after a string of penalties cost his side a third straight home defeat.
Resurgent Lions vow to stay bold and fearless
Brisbane's finals hopes are getting back on track, with their 20-point win over St Kilda putting them within striking distance of the top eight.
Cate Campbell fails in bid to swim at Paris Olympics
Cate Campbell's famed Olympic career is over, with the four-time gold medallist and celebrity swimmer failing to make Australia's swim team for the Paris Games.
Swede sensation as Aberg snares US Open halfway lead
Newly turned professional Ludvig Aberg enjoys a one-shot lead at the halfway stage of his US Open debut and only the third major championship of his career.
Local hopes Thompson, Simpson raring for Cairns Ironman
Australia's Nick Thompson hopes to cause an upset at the Cairns Ironman, while Kylie Simpson is keen to hunt down another title at her favourite course.
Matildas’ Vine joins US side North Carolina Courage
Cortnee Vine has confirmed her switch to NWSL club North Carolina Courage, with the flying Matildas winger agreeing a three-year deal.
Shorter seasons, women’s game can help NRL: Ivan Cleary
Ivan Cleary says the NRL should consider shortening the season to cut down on injuries, and believes the rise of the women's game could help provide a solution.
Manly’s Croker nearing return after concussion setbacks
Six weeks after suffering a concussion, Manly hooker Lachlan Croker has ramped up his return to training after a battle with inner-ear and neck problems.
Suns’ King cleared of serious knee injury after scare
Coleman Medal contender Ben King sent a huge scare through Gold Coast's training session when he hurt his left knee, but he has been cleared of major damage.
China swim doping cases ‘waste of energy’ for Australia
Swimming Australia's head coach Rohan Taylor says it's a waste of energy for the nation's swimmers to get caught up in the doping furore involving China.
Tigers snap nine-game losing run with win over Titans
Wests Tigers have ended their nine-game losing streak and climbed off the bottom of the NRL ladder with an 18-10 win over the Gold Coast Titans.
Dockers at a loss after thrashing from Bulldogs
Justin Longmuir forecast a tough review for Fremantle after their heaviest defeat of the AFL season in a 67-point thrashing from the Western Bulldogs.
Martin’s 300 celebrated as Hawks crash party with win
Dustin Martin kicked the first goal in his 300th game, but Hawthorn were too good and thumped Richmond by 48 points in front of 92,311 fans at the MCG.
Hughes lifts Storm to extend win streak over Warriors
Jahrome Hughes starred as the Melbourne Storm overturned an early 14-0 deficit to win against the Warriors in the NRL for a 16th straight time.
Simpson misses Olympic swim team, returns to music
After missing selection on Australia's Olympic team, celebrity swimmer Cody Simpson says he'll return to the entertainment industry.