Young gun Bombers goalsneak told to defend first
Highly-rated Essendon small forward Isaac Kako has gone without a goal for three games, but teammate Peter Wright is confident that will soon change.
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Olympian’s tragic loss fuels NRL switch with Dragons
Nathan Lawson did not look out of place in his NRL debut for St George Illawarra just over six months after he made the switch from rugby sevens.
‘Hole in my face’: Donoghoe nose best after doc’s fix
Dolphins utility Kurt Donoghoe suffered a horrific broken nose in his last match but elite work by Dr Peter Hackney has him sprightly ahead of round 14.
Koloamatangi ready for Origin after Blues injury blow
Keaon Koloamatangi says he's better prepared for Origin than he was in his NSW debut, having entered the reckoning after the Blues suffered an injury setback.
High-flying Crows brace for acid test against Brisbane
Adelaide forward Alex Neal-Bullen says the Crows' blockbuster against the Brisbane Lions is an opportunity for them to display a new-found maturity.
Wilson in frame as Reds assess injury damage for finals
The Queensland Reds will likely be without a concussed flyhalf for their Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final but hope remains over their Wallabies skipper.
‘It will be weird’: Cleary eyes first clash with Luai
Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai formed an imperious halves pairing at Penrith but will square up against each other for the first time at NRL level in round 14.
Boxing great’s advice in ‘threat’ Opetaia’s title chase
On the cusp of making boxing history, Terence Crawford has explained what's stopping Jai Opetaia make some of his own and how he can overcome it.
Barnett’s Origin fitness clouded as Warriors top Souths
Alex Johnston has scored his 200th career try with a hat-trick for South Sydney against the Warriors, but it wasn't enough to stop the Rabbitohs losing 36-30.
Perfect Fowler-Nembhard inspires Fever in Super Netball
Jamaican powerhouse Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard has shot 68 goals without missing to inspire West Coast Fever to a 82-65 smashing of the Queensland Firebirds.
Origin stars breathe new life into Panthers’ NRL season
Penrith have climbed off the bottom of the NRL ladder with a gritty defeat of their most bitter rivals Parramatta.
Johnston close to new deal as NRL try record beckons
Alex Johnston's hopes of breaking Ken Irvine's try-scoring record have been given a significant boost, with talks ramping up on a new deal at South Sydney.
Rowell cleared but is mature-age Demon in strife again?
Star Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell has escaped sanction for his glancing blow on an opponent, but Melbourne's Aidan Johnson faces a nervous wait.
Youthful Raiders overpower Roosters in NRL win
Without Jamal Fogarty and Tom Starling, Canberra's future has shone brightly in a 26-24 win over the Sydney Roosters.
Back to drawing board for Popyrin in Paris anti-climax
Alexei Popyrin has been beaten convincingly in straight sets by American Tommy Paul as the Australian men's challenge ended at Roland Garros.
Piastri powers to brilliant Spanish Grand Prix victory
Australia's Oscar Piastri has extended his Formula One championship lead by claiming a superb victory at the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona.
Cats set to welcome back star veteran for Suns showdown
Geelong veteran Patrick Dangerfield has only missed two games with a hamstring injury, but the Cats are confident he is ready to return.
Hawks slumping, Swans facing rare uncertain times
Hawthorn have lost three matches in a row and have more big challenges to come as their premiership credentials face a stern test.
The one thing Nawaqanitawase must fix to dominate NRL
Mark Nawaqanitawase's handling has been ruthlessly exposed by rival NRL sides but Roosters coach Trent Robinson is willing to play the long game.
In rare rugby air, Tokyo Olympian relishes clarity
Lachie Anderson, a Tokyo Olympian and former Rebels winger, has joined an exclusive Australian rugby group after his four-try haul for the Queensland Reds.
Worth the wait? Limbo over as Matildas land Montemurro
Joe Montemurro has been named as the next coach of the Matildas in a deal that runs until the end of the Los Angeles Olympics.
Sprint sensation Kennedy breaks magical 10-second mark
Lachlan Kennedy has joined fellow sprinter Patrick Johnson in one of Australian sport's most exclusive clubs.
City star’s Socceroos hopes hit by fresh injury
Melbourne City dynamo Mathew Leckie battled through a busted nose to star in the A-League Men grand final but is now unlikely to feature for the Socceroos.
‘We throw down’: Tszyu-Fundora rematch on Pacquiao card
Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu will joust for a world title in a rematch with Sebastian Fundora on a stacked card in Las Vegas headlined by Manny Pacquiao.
Aussie Harper wins and Yates rides into pink at Giro
Chris Harper has earned the biggest win of his career at the Giro d'Italia - but the Australian was even happier for sensational champion-elect Simon Yates.
Coach’s challenge for Drua to fight through road woes
Coach Glen Jackson issued a challenge to his players after the Fijian Drua finished the Super Rugby Pacific season winless away from their home fortress.
‘Unacceptable, embarrassing’: Swans go soul searching
Sydney coach Dean Cox has warned his players there will be no hiding after an "embarrassing" 90-point loss to Adelaide.
F1 leader Piastri claims pole position for Spanish GP
F1 championship leader Oscar Piastri seized pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix on Saturday with teammate Lando Norris completing a McLaren one-two.
City beat Victory in A-League Men derby grand final
Melbourne City have beaten fierce rivals Melbourne Victory 1-0 in the A-League Men grand final to claim their second championship.
Giant upset proves mission impossible, but Yze ‘proud’
Richmond were left ruing a wasteful 10.17 as they lost by three points to GWS, with coach Adem Yze proud of their effort while disappointed with the result.
Reds’ romp soured by late injury to Wallabies star
Lachie Anderson matched Joe Roff and Drew Mitchell with four tries but the Queensland Reds big win over the Fijian Drua was soured by a trio of late injuries.