‘Had to give back’: Bronco backs teammate-led axing
Josiah Karapani says being dropped at the request of his Brisbane teammates has give him a rev-up as the Broncos push for an unlikely finals berth.
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Young keeps head down as Dragons coaching call looms
St George Illawarra caretaker coach Dean Young has refused to lift the lid on his full-time ambitions as the struggling NRL club prepares to make a big call.
Suber-sonic! Shock British Open leader at Birkdale
The 154th British Open at Royal Birkdale has a surprise first-round leader in Florida's Jackson Suber, a player on his first ever trip to Europe.
Walsh wizardry helps Broncos edge past Panthers
Three try assists and a late goal from the sidelines from Reece Walsh have helped Brisbane edge past Penrith in a 14-12 NRL thriller.
Hawks receive mixed injury news as star suffers setback
Hawthorn will welcome back a trio of proven stars to face Richmond, but midfield gun Will Day is set for a short stint on the sidelines.
Essendon slapped with $20,000 fine for umpire contact
The AFL has handed down a fine to Essendon after the club's fifth incident this season of a player making careless contact with an umpire.
Schmidt backs in Meredith ahead of Wallabies farewell
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has taken the gamble of selecting Declan Meredith for the starting flyhalf spot ahead of Ben Donaldson for the clash against Italy.
BMX world descends as Aussie pursues elusive title
Australian Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara has the chance to clinch the one trophy missing from her cabinet when Brisbane hosts the BMX World Championships.
‘Write us off’: Dolphins vow response as star cleared
Dolphins co-captain Tom Gilbert insists his side are still a finals force ahead of a showdown with North Queensland, despite last round's 66-0 thrashing..
Coach rolls dice on rookie half in Storm survival bid
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy believes Trent Toelau has the game to tame the Sydney Roosters as the Storm face their rivals without their first-choice halves.
‘Not true’: Pendlebury’s swift answer to future plans
Scott Pendlebury has told Collingwood coach Craig McRae he is not considering playing for another club as the Magpies legend weighs up his future.
‘Dark times’: Young gun reveals the cost of his injury
Noah Martin has opened up about his recent ankle surgery, while speculation spreads on Corey Horsburgh's future in Canberra.
‘I’m the big fish’: superstar Spence’s warning to Tszyu
Undefeated American superstar Errol Spence Jr has arrived in Sydney with a word of warning to Australian rival Tim Tszyu ahead of their blockbuster bout.
‘Realistic’ Frost opens up on Wallabies omission
Second-rower Nick Frost doesn't feel like he performed to the level of a Wallaby for the ACT Brumbies as he looks to earn his spot back in the national team.
Sharks star now better at handling the heat: coach
Nicho Hynes had a record-breaking performance in Cronulla's big defeat of the Dolphins, with the Sharks now hoping to follow that result with another win.
Dog days aren’t over: Aussie gymnast’s balancing act
From making an injury comeback to looking after a dog, Georgia Godwin is managing the "biggest juggling acts" of her life ahead of the Commonwealth Games.
Unwanted star Tiger ‘fully supportive’ of exit plan
Four-time NRL premiership winner Jarome Luai admits it was "a bit of a shock" to be told he was unwanted by Wests Tigers beyond 2026.
Messi’s men sink England, title defence one win away
England have fallen at the semi-final stage for the fifth time at a major tournament, conceding two late goals to lose their World Cup clash with Argentina 2-1.
Open season: IBF presses flesh with Aussie golf on menu
Ian Baker-Finch, a British Open champion at Royal Birkdale 35 years ago, has met with Scottie Scheffler to discuss his desire to play in Australia.
Stewart back to give ‘Tahs massive boost ahead of semi
Wallaroos' joint all-time leading tryscorer Maya Stewart is back from injury for the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby crunch semi-final against the Western Force.
‘Mentor for me’: Titans young gun has Fozball in sights
Gold Coast half Zane Harrison regards Manly coach Kieran Foran as a mentor, but now he intends to take the best of the former Titan and turn it on.
Bombers have ‘no idea’ if Merrett will request trade
Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon has dismissed suggestions Zach Merrett has checked out of the Bombers as the club prepares for him to request another trade.
Coach backs ‘big game’ Broncos in last chance saloon
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has recalled Ezra Mam and Josiah Karapani to the starting side and shown faith in centre Gehamat Shibasaki for the Penrith clash.
Record low? Not on our watch, say Wallabies
Outgoing coach Joe Schmidt will need to guide his team to victory over Italy in Perth if he is to avoid owning the worst losing record in Wallabies history.
Former AFL great stripped of Hall of Fame status
Nicky Winmar's place in the Australian Football Hall of Fame has been revoked after he was found guilty of an attack, which left a woman fearing for her life.
Diamonds deja vu as Vixens star aims for Glasgow gold
Kate Moloney is determined to convert grand final dismay into gold medal glory, having learned the value of a quick turnaround at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Hird momentum grows, Solomon ‘consumed’ by Bombers job
Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon expects a "tap on the shoulder" from club hierarchy, but is yet to put himself in the process for the full-time role.
Panthers coach reveals stance on leading NSW in 2027
Ivan Cleary won't entertain coaching NSW in 2027 in a bid to give incoming Peter Wallace time to learn the ropes before he takes over as Penrith coach.
Police charge Crows star over traffic accident
Police have charged a Crows star with two offences after he was involved in a traffic accident on the way to training last Friday.
Swans star shakes off nerves, pushes for injury return
Trying not to let his latest injury play on his mind, Sydney star Justin McInerney says he's on track to resume his role in the Swans' premiership push.
Young gun looking for new NBL home after United split
Dash Daniels will land in new NBL colours after the emerging star's decision to leave Melbourne United after one season.