Scorchers fight back for vital BBL win against Brisbane
Stunning bowling from AJ Tye and Lance Morris has helped the Perth Scorchers overcome the Brisbane Heat by 35 runs at Optus Stadium.
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Alcaraz wants to take Djokovic’s Australian Open crown
A confident Carlos Alcaraz says he wants the chance to take down Novak Djokovic, the king of Melbourne Park, in the Australian Open final.
Demon’s rise no surprise, can go far: Djokovic
Novak Djokovic isn't surprised by Alex de Minaur's move into the world's top 10 and says the Australian hope can "go deep in the tournament" at his home major.
Taipans overcome sluggish starts to beat 36ers in NBL
The Cairns Taipans have shaken off a horror start to both halves to beat the Adelaide 36ers 111-101 in overtime and keep their top-six NBL hopes alive.
Illness forces star Ewan out of Down Under criterium
Australian sprint ace Caleb Ewan, the main favourite in Saturday night's Down Under criterium, is a late withdrawal because of illness.
Heyman hits 100th goal as Canberra beat Adelaide in ALW
Michelle Heyman scored twice in Canberra's 3-1 win over Adelaide to become the first to reach 100 goals in the top flight of Australian women's football.
Underwhelming Socceroos grind past India in Asian Cup
The Socceroos have ground their way to a 2-0 win over India in an underwhelming start to their Asian Cup campaign in Qatar.
Finch suffers duck but lands a winning BBL send-off
Melbourne Renegades have given Aaron Finch.a winning send-off though he was dismissed for a duck in their six-wicket BBL win over local rivals Melbourne Stars.
I’m my own biggest AO threat: Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic says he will be his own greatest threat once the crusade for an 11th Australian Open title begins in Melbourne on Sunday night.
Socceroos keen to find goalscorers as Asian Cup starts
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has high expectations ahead of his third Asian Cup and believes he has the answers to finding regular goalscorers.
Suncorp surface not cause for Sydney injury toll: Talay
Ufuk Talay says Sydney can't point the finger at the Suncorp Stadium playing surface as a reason for their mounting injury toll.
Tour leader Wollaston warns of ‘Popcorn Pocket Rocket’
Stage-one winner Ally Wollaston says her Australian teammate Sarah Gigante is primed for the Tour Down Under's decisive Willunga finish.
Open’s champion mums returning to the fray
Former Australian Open champions Caroline Wozniacki, Angelique Kerber and Naomi Osaka are all returning to Melbourne Park after having children.
Hooper’s Olympic sevens tilt hits snag as debut delayed
Michael Hooper's Olympic ambitions have hit a speed bump, with the former Wallabies captain's rugby sevens debut put on hold until at least late February.
‘Mature’ Medvedev to turn over new leaf in Melbourne
Daniil Medvedev has happily played the villain at the Australian Open but the world No.3 insists he's matured and will be trying to keep his head down in 2024.
Jasika leads Aussie qualifiers into Open draw
Omar Jasika is back in the Australian Open main for the first time since 2017, with doubles ace Storm Hunter and Dane Sweeny also successful in qualifying.
Olam’s Tigers move confirmed in Storm NRL swap deal
Centre Justin Olam will shift to Wests Tigers while backrower Shawn Blore will go the other way to Melbourne in an immediate NRL swap deal.
Hawks NBL import Gary Clark on drink driving charge
Illawarra NBL import Gary Clark has been charged with drink driving, with any playing-related sanctions to be determined by Basketball Australia.
Warner takes flight but Smith’s Sixers beat Thunder
The Sydney Sixers have booked a spot in the BBL finals, with David Warner's lone-hand 37 unable to help the Thunder avoid a 19-run loss at the SCG.
Smith points to new-ball success to back opener move
Steve Smith considered previous successes against the new ball, including in his Bradman-esque 2019 Ashes, before moving to the top of Australia's Test order.
Jhye Richardson suffers another injury setback
A side strain has ruled Jhye Richardson out of the remainder of the Big Bash League, leaving him in doubt for Australia's one-day series against West Indies.
Master coach Cahill at the heart of Sinner’s Open push
Jannik Sinner credits Australian coach Darren Cahill's all-round impact for shooting him to No.4 in the world and among the Australian Open contenders.
Striker Duke backs Ryan to be ready for Asian Cup start
Intrigue remains over whether Socceroos captain Mat Ryan will start against India in the Asian Cup, but striker Mitch Duke is confident the goalkeeper is ready.
Roar need urgent reversal of ALM month of misery: Cahn
After four losses in a row, new Brisbane Roar coach Ben Cahn maintains faith his side can regain their A-League Men mojo with a win over Newcastle.
Sam Kerr has knee surgery as Chelsea rally round star
Sam Kerr has undergone surgery on her season-ending ACL injury as Chelsea boss Emma Hayes refused to speculate on the Matildas' captain's future at the club.
Lions coach Farrell sure Wallabies ‘will get it right’
Andy Farrell, the new British and Irish Lions coach, is sure the Wallabies will rebound to ensure the 2025 series will be "massive for Australian sport".
Top seed dumped out of Adelaide International
Tommy Paul has crashed out of the Adelaide International while Christopher O'Connell, the last Aussie man standing, went down to Sebastian Korda.
Emotional Millman retires after Open qualifying exit
One-time Roger Federer slayer and US Open quarter-finalist John Millman has played his last professional tennis match after confirming his retirement.
Fitzgibbons’ Games path opened after shock call-up
She fell victim to the World Surf League's mid-season cut but Sally Fitzgibbons still has a chance to ride the waves for Australia at this year's Olympic Games.
Willunga landmark as women aim for Tour cycling parity
The women's Tour Down Under will visit the iconic Willunga climb for the first time on Sunday, but questions remain about how it compares to the men's event.
Schueller earns praise for righting Bullets’ NBL ship
Tasmania JackJumpers coach Scott Roth has lauded Brisbane's first-year mentor Justin Schueller for triggering the Bullets' NBL improvement.