Penrith’s Mitch Kenny to cop ban over social media post
Penrith will be without first-choice hooker Mitch Kenny for the first game of the 2024 season after he received a ban for a controversial social media post.
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How ‘healed’ Broncos can rebound from 2023 GF nightmare
Brisbane players of 2015 were haunted for years by their golden point grand final loss but current players say that won't be the case for the class of 2023.
Injured Kerr still helps stand-in skipper Catley
Matildas stand-in captain Steph Catley is still leaning on injured skipper Sam Kerr as she leads Australia to the verge of Olympic qualification.
Arthur pep talk gives Cartwright an Eels reality check
Bryce Cartwright has started the year on fire after an excellent 2023 and credits a personal challenge from coach Brad Arthur for lighting a fire in his belly.
Brisbane Lions let go of AFL grand final baggage
Brisbane co-captain Harris Andrews believes the Lions have been able to celebrate their 2023 season rather than dwell completely on the grand final loss.
Wolfpack-like club best hope for NRL in America: coach
The man who coached Toronto Wolfpack to Super League promotion believes more trans-Atlantic teams are rugby league's best hope of cracking the American market.
Smith up for Wagner battle, at ease with World Cup fate
Steve Smith's future as a T20 opener for Australia seems over, but he is embracing his role as a Test opener ahead of the first five-day game with New Zealand.
No Bangladesh for Jonassen but selectors keep door open
Jess Jonassen has been omitted from Australia's 15-player squad to tour Bangladesh, where Tayla Vlaeminck could play her first international match since 2022.
Smith at ease with T20 World Cup fate as Tests loom
Steve Smith's future as a T20 batter for Australia seems over, but he is embracing his role as a Test opener ahead of the first five-day game with New Zealand.
Top Cat Guthrie to miss eight weeks due to injury
Influential Geelong midfielder Cam Guthrie will be sidelined least eight weeks because of a thigh injury.
Matildas determined not to let Olympics chance slip
The Matildas finished fourth at both the Tokyo Olympics and home Women's World Cup and are determined to ensure their Paris campaign ends with a medal.
Farnworth limps off at training as Dolphins hold breath
The Dolphins have been rocked again with England centre Herbie Farnworth limping out of training with a knee injury, days after losing Tom Gilbert for the year.
Suns’ Swallow yearning for unknown AFL finals feeling
David Swallow enters a 14th season with Gold Coast chasing a maiden finals appearance, optimistic their talented list and a new coach can "get the place going".
Boomers import Jordin Canada named WNBL’s best
American guard Jordin Canada has won the Suzy Batkovic Medal as the WNBL's most valuable player amid a standout debut season with the Melbourne Boomers.
Broncos win NRL pre-season challenge
Brisbane's club depth came to the fore in their NRL pre-season challenge triumph where rising stars and more seasoned fringe first graders shone..
Snapshot of round 18 of the A-League Men
A snapshot of round 18 of the A-League Men, where Wellington stayed outright top while Adelaide's slide continued.
Cartwright stars against old club as Eels beat Titans
Parramatta's key players were on song in a 26-16 trial win over Gold Coast as forward Bryce Cartwright made a statement against his former club.
Saya’s silver lining in BMX Olympic dress rehearsal
Saya Sakakibara will leave Brisbane's BMX World Cup leg with two second-placings and a firm understanding of what's required to better that at the Paris Games.
Australian Thompson breaks through for first ATP title
Jordan Thompson has earned an extraordinary double in Mexico, finally earning his maiden ATP Tour title against Casper Ruud, before also winning the doubles
‘Huge’ win for Slingsby’s Australia in Sydney SailGP
Tom Slingsby's Australia have shaken off a disappointing last event to claim their first overall victory of the SailGP season on Sydney Harbour.
Parramatta’s Sivo facing three-game NRL ban
Maika Sivo is facing a three-game ban after his latest disciplinary mishap, and is set to miss the start of the NRL season for Parramatta.
Moses targets fast NRL start to season for Eels
Parramatta took too long to find their mojo in 2023 and missed the NRL finals, but star No.7 Mitchell Moses insists things will be different this year.
Parker broken-arm blow for Swans on eve of AFL season
Sydney's midfield veteran Luke Parker has had surgery on a broken arm in a considerable blow for the Swans just days before the AFL season gets under way.
Hooper’s eyes opened ahead of likely LA sevens debut
Michael Hooper admits no amount of training will prepare him for a likely Los Angeles rugby sevens debut as he chases an Olympic berth.
Kennedy rides with the agony, ecstasy of BMX brutality
Izaac Kennedy was disgusted after poor luck ruined hopes of a home BMX World Cup double, but the Australian knows he's back on track for the Olympics.
Dilemmas for T20 selectors as newbies stake their claim
Matt Short could be the big winner from Australia's Twenty20 rout of New Zealand, impressing with his versatility as the race hots up for a World Cup place.
Hynes wants Sharks to flip script on NRL finals failure
Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes knows his side's dismal NRL finals record is in desperate need of addressing.
Brayshaw’s AFL retirement leaves Gawn ‘devastated’
Melbourne captain Max Gawn and Collingwood counterpart Darcy Moore have spoken of their sadness over Angus Brayshaw's sudden retirement.
Black Caps eye rare home Test chance against Australia
New Zealand hope their 31-year wait for a home Test cricket victory against Australia could end over the next fortnight.
Dolphins confirm Gilbert ACL as Fermor offers support
Scans have confirmed a season-ending injury for Dolphins forward Tom Gilbert as Gold Coast forward Beau Fermor, returning from his second ACL, offers support.
Walsh keeps GF wound open, eyes Broncos extension
Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh says last year's NRL grand final defeat is "still hurting" as he targets key improvements and staying at the Broncos long-term.