Maroons dominated in all areas by ruthless Blues
Queensland must now win two games away and make history to secure the State of Origin series after having no answers to a NSW side that ruled in all facets.
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No Ruud awakening awaits as Popyrin powers on in Paris
Alexei Popyrin has reached the third round at Roland Garros for the first time, becoming the first Australian into the last 32 on a drizzly day in Paris.
Essendon pick talls as injury cover in mid-season draft
Essendon have made two tall selections as injury cover in the mid-season draft while West Coast plucked a 24-year-old halfback with the first selection.
Blues on the cusp of back-to-back Origin success
Zac Lomax scored twice as NSW beat Queensland 18-6 in Brisbane to begin their State of Origin defence with a bang.
What Essendon forward learned from shock axing
An Essendon best-and-fairest winner, Peter Wright was dropped at the end of 2024, but the towering forward has been able to bounce back this year.
Premiers leave out key pair for clash with Essendon
Brisbane Lions ruck Oscar McInerney is dealing with a "few issues" but coach Chris Fagan has stopped short of confirming the specific injury.
Brumbies regain key star for crucial Super Rugby clash
Fighting for a top-two spot heading into Super Rugby Pacific finals, the Brumbies have named star flyhalf Noah Lolesio, while the Reds welcome back Josh Flook.
’50-50′: Victory mull grand final call on injured stars
Melbourne Victory are yet to decide whether star Nishan Velupillay is fit enough to play in the A-League Men grand final, while other players push their case.
New Blues forge own winning path far from past failures
Beating Queensland once seemed near-impossible for NSW legend Ruan Sims, but the current Blues want to start a new women's Origin dynasty with a whitewash.
Tigers mates hope scrutiny can finally ease off Galvin
Lachlan Galvin's Wests Tigers teammates are at peace that the star five-eighth is leaving the club after weeks of public scrutiny.
Paralympics boss positive about Brisbane 2032 progress
The international Paralympics boss is positive about the progress Brisbane is making ahead of the 2032 Games despite several false starts.
Sicily talk ‘storm in tea cup’ says bristling Mitchell
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has fiercely defended James Sicily amid speculation about the Hawks captain's AFL form and fitness.
Richmond believe Dustin Martin would be a ‘great coach’
Richmond coach Adem Yze has pitched to retired legend Dustin Martin to return to the Tigers in any off-field role he wants.
Olympic snub puts fire in the belly of Matildas’ Grant
Matildas defender Charli Grant has come out the other side of the most challenging year of her career and is ready to shine.
Cleary sees Panthers opportunity in tight competition
With his team sitting last, Penrith coach Ivan Cleary is taking comfort from how closely-packed teams are on the NRL table.
Gallen puts Yeo among all-time best as No.13 leads NSW
Isaah Yeo will follow in Paul Gallen's footsteps and captain NSW as a No.13, but the former Blues skipper has the Penrith star among the all-time great locks.
Coco forgetting her racquets was Aussie’s ‘only chance’
Aussie Olivia Gadecki shared a laugh with Coco Gauff when the No.2 seed forgot her racquets - but then getting well beaten was not so much fun.
‘Jeez, I’m sorry’ – Demon wins despite feet of clay
'Clay dog' Alex de Minaur has launched his French Open bid with a predictable win - but Adam Walton joining him in the next round was a pleasant surprise.
What Lions star regrets from his hot MCG spell
Charlie Cameron produced a stunning three-goal cameo in three minutes against Hawthorn but the Brisbane Lions star wishes he got a chance to fix his set shots.
All bets are off as racecourse housing plan runs race
A controversial proposal to transform Rosehill Gardens into a mega housing metropolis has been rejected by members of the Australian Turf Club.
Slater admits to nerves, hails his two trump cards
As Queensland welcome back their two most influential players, coach Billy Slater admits to nerves ahead of the State of Origin series opener.
Suns to debut academy gun following ‘nepo baby’ jibe
Just days after being labelled the AFL's "nepo baby", Gold Coast have chosen to announce another academy star who will make their debut.
Australia need tightheads on top, warns Wallabies great
Former Wallabies prop Sekope Kepu, who played in the 2013 Lions series, has warned Australia need their best tightheads available to take down the tourists.
Walsh ruled out as Broncos recall NRL’s tallest prop
Jesse Arthars will start at fullback for Brisbane as coach Michael Maguire finally gives giant prop Ben Te Kura a crack against Manly.
Billy Smith hits special milestone for Roosters
Billy Smith has had a wretched run of injuries but the Sydney Roosters centre will quietly bring up a milestone against Canberra in round 13.
Manly suffer double Trbojevic blow for Broncos clash
Tom Trbojevic is set to join his brother Jake on the sidelines for Manly's home game against Brisbane, after aggravating a persistent issue with his thigh.
Carlton’s new AFLW captain follows famous father
Carlton have chosen a favourite daughter to captain them this upcoming AFLW season, replacing pregnant defender Kerryn Peterson.
Blues rubbish Cleary claims on eve of State of Origin I
Nathan Cleary is set to play his first State of Origin game in almost two years at Suncorp Stadium, and Blues teammates say the star No.7 has nothing to prove.
Surf dog bites as Hawaiian bags second title at Margs
A Hawaiian great has helped steer Gabriela Bryan to win back-to-back titles at the Margaret River Pro, while tour veteran Jordy Smith claimed the men's trophy.
Selection squeeze at Collingwood as stars set to return
Sitting atop the AFL ladder, Collingwood will regain up to five stars for their upcoming blockbuster match against Hawthorn at the MCG.
Young talent time: emerging Matildas ready for audition
With some senior Matildas missing the upcoming games against Argentina, emerging players Kahli Johnson and Amy Sayer know a huge opportunity awaits.