Bulldogs to make Addo-Carr call amid drug test drama
Canterbury will weigh up whether to play Josh Addo-Carr in their elimination final after he allegedly returned a positive roadside drug test.
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Cleary closes in on return after shoulder workout
Penrith teammates expect Nathan Cleary to play in the qualifying final against the Sydney Roosters, after the halfback had his biggest test yet on his shoulder.
Souths still unhappy with Mitchell ban, want answers
South Sydney are still pursuing further clarification on the Latrell Mitchell ban, with the club's CEO saying he still has several questions over the process.
‘They don’t know yet’: Leapai Jnr set to go global
Two decades on from first meeting future heavyweight star Alex Leapai, trainer Noel Thornberry expects Leapai's son Alex Jnr to put the boxing world on notice.
Arnold wants reaction from Socceroos against Indonesia
The Socceroos stumbled against Bahrain at home and coach Graham Arnold is seeking a positive response when they play Indonesia away on Tuesday.
Deja vu as Bulldogs target 1995 heroics from sixth
Canterbury won the 1995 title from sixth position and Jason Hetherington, hooker in that Bulldogs side, says the current side shares striking similarities.
No de Minaur, no problem insists Hewitt at Davis Cup
Although injury-hit Alex de Minaur has pulled out, Lleyton Hewitt is convinced his in-form Australian side can navigate the Davis Cup Finals' 'group of death'.
‘Gone begging’: 2021 Storm failure still fires Munster
Melbourne No.6 Cameron Munster is still driven by the hurt of not winning the 2021 NRL title after the side smashed records and claimed the minor premiership.
Gadecki gets back on winners’ list in Guadalajara
Australian Olivia Gadecki has bounced back from a disappointing exit in Mexico last week to beat two-time major finalist Sloane Stephens in straight sets.
Haas exit talk rubbished, Broncos prop set for surgery
The manager of Payne Haas has shot down claims his client is unhappy at the club and aiming to leave as the Test prop prepares for foot surgery.
‘Very upset’ Addo-Carr’s uncertain fate after NRL final
Josh Addo-Carr's finals series could be over, after he stood himself down from Canterbury's clash with Manly after an alleged positive roadside cocaine test.
Sydney FC signing Klimala bent on career reboot
Admitting his recent club stints has been less than ideal, Sydney FC signing Patryk Klimala is determined to be the star striker the A-League Men club needs.
Premiership window wide open: Roosters skipper Tedesco
James Tedesco believes the Sydney Roosters are well-equipped to remain one of the NRL's elite clubs even as players exit over the summer.
Greene shrugs off AFL form concern ahead of Lions final
GWS skipper Toby Greene knows he's not expected to win games off his boot after a quieter than usual impact on the scoreboard in their qualifying loss.
Lions back ‘hulking’ Payne to play in AFL semi-final
Brisbane ruckman Oscar McInerney is confident injured teammate Jack Payne will be rewarded for his selfless attitude and recover in time for their semi-final.
Hunt promises surgery for Sharks who cross him in 2025
On the eve of the NRL finals series, Cronulla enforcer Royce Hunt has opened up on his impending move to Wests Tigers.
Port tip Butters to play through pain against Hawthorn
Port Adelaide midfielder Willem Drew expects teammate Zak Butters, who is nursing sore ribs, to be targeted physically by Hawthorn in their semi-final.
Fit-again Lodge concedes Manly stint may end soon
Manly prop Matt Lodge is set to enter the NRL's finals unsure on his future, with the front-rower likely to move elsewhere if he can secure a long-term deal.
Why Cowboys feel a 2017-like finals run is on the cards
Departing Cowboys veteran Kyle Feldt is confident the side can go on a run to the grand final like 2017 ahead of the home knockout final clash with Newcastle.
Knights better prepared for tight game than NQ: O’Brien
Coach Adam O'Brien feels Newcastle may have a trump card over North Queensland in the sides' NRL elimination final.
Cleary closes in on return after being named by Penrith
Nathan Cleary has headlined a list of high-profile returnees for the opening week of the NRL finals, with Tom Trbojevic and Ryan Papenhuyzen also named.
GWS fined $20k for McCartney, Papley confrontation
Greater Western Sydney have copped a $20,000 fine after football boss Jason McCartney was involved in an on-field incident with Sydney player Tom Papley.
Titans player-of-the-year Kini eyeing Kiwi debut
Gold Coast fullback Keano Kini is set to make his New Zealand debut after winning the Paul Broughton Medal as Titans player of the year at the age of just 20.
Socceroos battling in qualifiers after Indonesia draw
The Socceroos have been held to a 0-0 draw by Indonesia, leaving their hopes of direct World Cup qualification in the balance, and Graham Arnold frustrated.
Arnold adamant Socceroos can mend qualifying campaign
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has some thinking to do after a 0-0 draw with Indonesia compounded a horror start to the latest round of World Cup qualifying.
Doubles duo earn Australia opening Davis Cup Finals win
Max Purcell and Matt Ebden have delivered a doubles win to earn Australia victory over France in their crucial opening Davis Cup Finals group stage match.
Fit again, Knights’ Gamble ‘wanted to chop hand off’
Fit-again Newcastle five-eighth Tyson Gamble has revealed the agonising pain he suffered after surgery on a broken hand.
NRL say referee Gee’s demotion based on form
Adam Gee has gone from 2023 grand final referee to not being used in 2024's first four finals games, a decision the NRL say is based on form.
Scotland warns of risks in saving Commonwealth Games
Scotland's government is warning of risks in stepping in to rescue the 2026 Commonwealth Games and questions if it can deliver the event on time.
Proud PM: Paralympians eye more gold after homecoming
Australia's Paralympic team have been lauded at a homecoming event, with a teenage gold medallist among those already dreaming of big things at Brisbane 2032.
Dunkley’s deja vu as Lions trace Dogs’ 16 AFL template
Josh Dunkley sees plenty of similarities between this Brisbane Lions team and his 2016 Western Bulldogs, who made history to win the AFL flag from seventh.