Abdelfattah feels no pressure as Kings’ season heats up
The Sydney Kings are preparing to keep their NBL "three-peat" dream alive in sudden death but coach Mahmoud Abdelfattah isn't feeling under pressure.
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Reynolds re-signs with Broncos, Lewis hails ‘Alf’ trait
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds has re-signed until the end of 2025 and inaugural skipper Wally Lewis says he's a "great communicator" in the Allan Langer mould.
Mam wants more key Broncos to re-sign with Walters next
Brisbane's Ezra Mam says keeping the band of Broncos together is a priority and in the wake of Adam Reynolds' re-signing, a new deal for Billy Walters is next.
Tigers captain Nankervis no certainty for AFL opener
Captain Toby Nankervis is no certainty to play in Richmond's AFL season opener but would be rapt if that opens the door for Sam Naismith's Tigers debut.
Matildas out to seal Olympic qualification in style
Ellie Carpenter expects the Matildas to go full throttle in their second Olympic qualifier against Uzbekistan and seal their tickets to the Paris Games.
Why there is life after Wayne Bennett for the Dolphins
NRL clubs have fallen off a cliff when Wayne Bennett has left as coach but Dolphins CEO Terry Reader says the succession plan to Kristian Woolf will succeed.
Whether it’s marbles or tennis, ‘Tommo’ never gives up
Archetypal Aussie battler Jordan Thompson never gave up on his tennis dream - and has ended up celebrating two triumphs in one long, surreal night.
Waratahs star Foketi cleared of major spinal damage
A CT scan has cleared Wallabies centre Lalakai Foketi of major spinal damage after the 29-year-old suffered a neck injury at the NSW Waratahs' training.
Emotional Erebus boss breaks silence over Kostecki row
Erebus Motorsport chief Barry Ryan has shed tears after breaking his silence about the ongoing contract row with Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki.
Matildas dynamo Cooney-Cross ready to unlock Uzbekistan
Matildas dynamo Kyra Cooney-Cross believes she can be the creative spark to help unlock Uzbekistan's defence and seal qualification for the Paris Olympics.
Blues star Walsh’s return unclear due to ‘grumbly’ back
Carlton star Sam Walsh is dealing with a "grumbly" back issue, and the Blues are unsure when he will be available to play.
Constant presence behind Nonggorr’s ‘hectic’ rise
Queensland Reds prop Zane Nonggorr's whirlwind finish to 2023 has armed him with a sense of responsibility at club level under Les Kiss's new regime.
Young gun Jorgensen desperate to be let off the leash
Darren Coleman says young gun Max Jorgensen is like a dog on a leash waiting to be set free ahead of his comeback in the Waratahs' Super Rugby season opener.
Mixed season but Kings deserve finals: Shaun Bruce
The Sydney Kings snuck into the NBL finals but veteran Shaun Bruce says there's no question the back-to-back reigning champions deserve to be there.
Hazlewood, Zampa pin NZ as Aussies claim T20 series
Australia have won their three-match T20 series in New Zealand, holding the Black Caps to 102 at Eden Park for a 72-run victory in game two.
BMX star Reynolds picks her battles for fourth Olympics
Lauren Reynolds equalled Australia's best Olympic finish for women BMX racers at the Tokyo Games and believes she has more to give in Paris this year.
Upset Slingsby still fuming before Sydney SailGP
Tom Slingsby is still not over Australia's loss at the Abu Dhabi SailGP as his team looks to bounce back on Sydney Harbour this weekend.
Former Wallaby Tomane to play for Broncos on NRL quest
It's 13 years since former Wallaby Joseph Tomane played in the NRL but he will feature in a trial for Brisbane with his dream to secure a new deal still alive.
Nyika back to basics with Fury road to Saudi on hold
Olympic bronze medallist David Nyika wants another fight while he waits to take his place on the delayed Tyson Fury-Oleksandr Usyk card.
‘No ceiling’ as King commits to two-year Suns extension
Ben King has agreed to extend his career on the Gold Coast, where three-time AFL premiership coach Damien Hardwick will begin his tenure this season.
Cowboys release Leilua to complete Dragons return
North Queensland Cowboys outcast Luciano Leilua has completed a switch to the St George Illawarra Dragons.
Port’s Powell-Pepper in trouble for high bump on Crow
Port Adelaide's Sam Powell-Pepper will attract AFL match review scrutiny for a high bump which concussed Adelaide's Mark Keane in a match simulation fixture.
Burton on report as Dogs lose to Sharks in NRL trial
Matt Burton has been placed on report for a high tackle as Canterbury went down 12-6 to Cronulla in a error-ridden pre-season fixture at Belmore.
Roar pinch late ALM draw against Western United
Western United's added-time curse has continued at Suncorp Stadium with Brisbane Roar substitute Jonas Markovski securing a dramatic 2-2 draw.
Cleary out for world-beating ‘redemption’ with Panthers
The last time Nathan Cleary played in England, he won the World Cup with the Kangaroos - and now he's determined to become a global champ again with Penrith.
Rojas close to starting as Roar brace for tough stretch
Brisbane's marquee signing Marco Rojas will be vital in the Roar's finals push in the next five games against the top ALM sides as the veteran builds minutes.
Matildas kick off Kerr-less era against Uzbekistan
The Matildas face their first attempt at covering for injured captain Sam Kerr when they take on Uzbekistan away in the first leg of their Olympic qualifiers.
Reds’ three-headed monster fit and primed for Kiss era
A fit-again Liam Wright and fellow backrowers Fraser McReight and Harry Wilson loom as massive threats under new Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss.
Jets confident of challenging in-form Bulls in ALM
Newcastle have won just one A-League Men game in eight outings, but they think the next game against Macarthur FC could spark a revival.
Feeney’s not tyred on his way to un-wheel Bathurst win
Broc Feeney has kicked off the Supercars season with a win as Will Brown followed him across the line for a one-two finish for Triple Eight at the Bathurst 500.
Crichton wants to return Burton to his old best at Dogs
Canterbury's left-edge attack could be the best in the NRL, but Stephen Crichton knows he must help unlock Matt Burton if the Dogs are to fulfil that potential.