‘It’s my time now’: Opetaia’s moment arrives in Riyadh
Jai Opetaia can win back his IBF belt and set up more big-time fights with victory in his rematch with Mairis Briedis on the Tyson Fury-Oleksandr Usyk card.
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Wellington sell-out as Nix chase first ALM final spot
Rugby-mad New Zealand has gone all-in on the Wellington Phoenix, with over 30,000 supporters selling out their home semi-final against Melbourne Victory.
Cam Smith walks on water in bold PGA Championship start
Former British Open champion Cameron Smith is the leading Australian after opening with a three-under 68 at the PGA Championship in Louisville, Kentucky.
NSW’s Baxter free for Origin II after shot on Temara
NSW will breathe a sigh of relief after five-eighth Corban Baxter escaped suspension following the women's State of Origin series opener.
‘Productive’ talks, but PNG’s NRL fate still uncertain
The Australian government and NRL have held "productive" discussions over the possible inclusion of a team in Papua New Guinea.
Schauffele shows the way at PGA with record-breaking 62
American world No.3 Xander Schauffele has set the pace at the US PGA Championship with a record-breaking nine-under 62 at Valhalla.
Suns hope young gun Andrew has avoided serious injury
Gold Coast defender Mac Andrew was forced out of the Suns' thrashing of Geelong with a lower leg injury as coach Damien Hardwick will nervously await an update.
Nyika’s full-circle moment on path to African discovery
David Nyika has reflected on his family's life-saving dash from Uganda ahead of a full-circle moment in Saudi Arabia for the Olympic boxing medallist.
Coach Scott not panicking amid Geelong form slump
Geelong coach Chris Scott believes he can galvanise the Cats and arrest their slide but knows he needs to fix some issues amid a run of three losses.
Brisbane secures Magic Round until 2027, NRLW next
Brisbane has won hosting rights for the NRL's Magic Round for the next three seasons as plans ramp up to have the same format for the NRLW in New Zealand.
Storm’s Asofa-Solomona battles back from blow to ego
Melbourne big man Nelson Asofa-Solomona admits having to fight his way back into first grade was a blow to his confidence as the Storm prepare for the Eels.
Gold Coast stun Geelong with statement AFL thrashing
Jack Lukosius has starred with five goals and five goal assists as Gold Coast thumped Geelong by 64 points to maintain their charge for a maiden finals berth.
Kaltak missed mother’s funeral to savour Mariners ride
Brian Kaltak's late mother Lucy urged the Central Coast's star Vanuatu international defender to keep chasing silverware.
Ex-Manly coach Hasler set for court showdown with club
Ex-Manly coach Des Hasler will have to wait another six months for a hearing in his bitter court case over his sacking from the club.
Wanderers won’t rush to replace Rudan as ALM coach
Western Sydney Wanderers A-League Men coach Marko Rudan has resigned for personal reasons despite re-signing for three more seasons in January.
Lion Dunkley’s motivation as wounded Tigers head north
Josh Dunkley will play his 150th AFL game when the Brisbane Lions host Richmond, with the midfielder keen to eclipse father Andrew's 217-game career.
North Melbourne consider push for senior recruits
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says the AFL player movement system is "very constrained", while the Kangaroos ponder attracting experienced recruits.
Close encounters of the Choppy kind give Maroons belief
Queensland players have spoken of how a powerful speech by legend Chris Close continues to inspire them ahead of the women's State of Origin series opener.
Fully fit Cam Smith pumped for PGA Championship tilt
Former world No.2 Cameron Smith has returned to full fitness to spearhead Australia's six-strong assault on the PGA Championship, golf's second major of 2024.
Crows coach confident in defensive options against Pies
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks is confident he has the defensive options to replace injured backman Josh Worrell for the Crows' MCG game against Collingwood.
City’s Socceroos striker not in ALM All Stars squad
Jamie Maclaren may have played his final game on Australian soil, not selected in the ALM All Stars squad to face Newcastle United ahead of a move overseas.
Keary adamant concussion fears not behind retirement
Retiring Sydney Roosters star Luke Keary says fears around concussions were not behind his retirement, with the five-eighth clear minded on his decision.
Olympic hero’s bravery award for ice-cool surf rescue
Steven Bradbury has received a bravery award for saving four struggling girls from rough surf, more than 20 years after his historic Winter Olympic gold medal.
Returning Tomljanovic granted French Open wildcard
Triple grand slam quarter-finalist Ajla Tomljanovic has been awarded a wildcard into the French Open, the second tennis major of the year starting on May 26.
AFL urged to do more to help struggling past players
Fremantle are ensuring their players have plenty of support around them following last week's tragic death of former Docker Cam McCarthy at the age of 29.
Titans want to wrap up Foran, no concerns Tino leaves
Gold Coast want to re-sign off-contract half Kieran Foran and have no concerns that captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will exercise options in his contract and leave.
Victory ‘villains’ out to destroy Wellington fairytale
Melbourne Victory are aiming to end Wellington's dreams of a first A-League Men trophy when they enter enemy territory for the semi-final second leg.
Reds take fresh Fiji approach with top four on the line
The Reds have made mass changes for a crucial trip to Fiji, while the Waratahs will bring Argentinian Enrique Pieretto straight in to aid their injury crisis.
Moses could handle Origin with one game lead-in: Paulo
Junior Paulo is backing Mitchell Moses to leap off the treatment table and into the Origin arena, arguing the Parramatta halfback could handle the heat.
Calf problem can’t keep Pearson out of Origin opener
NSW halfback Rachael Pearson will line up in the opening match of the women's State of Origin series, despite battling a calf issue this month.
Cats rest star trio in selection gamble for Suns test
Geelong premiership stars Tom Hawkins, Mitch Duncan and Rhys Stanley have all been rested for their side's AFL clash with Gold Coast in Darwin.