Broncos finals hopes a virtual ‘Mission Impossible’
Brisbane must reach 13 wins to have any chance of playing finals in 2026, but even that wasn't enough for them in 2022 and may not be again this year.
Sport
On merit: Open visions at happy Aussie hunting ground
Min Woo Lee has arrived at the British Open in hot form while Travis Smyth earned his place as one of seven Australians in the field at Royal Birkdale.
France flop, Euro champs Spain seal Cup final spot
Didier Deschamps' hopes of leading France to a third successive World Cup decider have been dashed, his world No.1 side beaten 2-0 in the first semi by Spain.
‘Our Origin’: Tonga veteran targets revenge on Samoa
Tonga forward Felise Kaufusi wants another crack at Samoa in the World Cup as he reveals why the clash is so important to both nations.
Free Billy: Pie’s charge downgraded at AFL tribunal
The AFL tribunal has downgraded Collingwood defender Billy Frampton's rough conduct suspension to a fine, freeing him to play against Carlton.
NRLW players eye off longer season, full-time salaries
A $5.3 billion broadcast deal, booming participation and new contracts on the horizon have NRLW stars hopeful their league can soar to new heights.
Crichton on Bulldogs’ team sheet after ‘scary’ injury
Stephen Crichton is in Canterbury's extended squad for round 20 so is rated a chance to make a quick recovery from the frightening injury he suffered last week.
How Paris ‘dark times’ became Kennedy’s turning point
Izaac Kennedy didn't handle it well when he crashed out of the Olympic final in Paris but says that was a line-in-the-sand moment for his BMX career.
Premiership Panther hits books during injury lay-off
Penrith hooker Mitch Kenny swapped his birdwatching binoculars for science-fiction and fantasy novels as he recovered from his broken leg.
Big Bash League privatisation push not a ‘cash grab’
The head of a Big Bash League franchise believes the privatisation of clubs could help grow men and women's cricket at all levels.
Stingers see home Cup as chance to grow own legacy
Australia's women's water polo team, buoyed by their brilliant silver medal in Paris, will compete for a major trophy in their home Sydney pool.
Luai joins Parramatta as Marshall slams rumours
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has launched a scathing attack on media claims of a rift between him and Jarome Luai, who will join Parramatta for 2027.
Gun defender sidelined in blow to Dogs’ finals bid
A shoulder injury will sideline Western Bulldogs defender Bailey Dale for at least the next five weeks, while Richmond prepare to welcome back Sam Lalor.
Cats coach addresses Merrett trade report
Geelong coach Chris Scott insists some information must remain "private and confidential" amid reports he made direct contact with Zach Merrett about a trade.
‘Life or death’ as Giants aim to gatecrash finals race
Finals have come early for GWS with fit-again midfielder Xavier O'Halloran describing their bid to secure a wildcard spot a matter of "life or death".
Dolphins walking wounded as hurdles hit Origin stars
Dolphins forward Felise Kaufusi has backed the side to bounce back from their 66-0 thumping as three State of Origin stars trained on their own on Tuesday.
‘Nowhere else’: Walter shuns rivals to stay at Suns
Gold Coast youngster Jed Walter has shunned interest from interstate rivals to remain at the Suns on a three-year deal, describing the club as his home.
European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout
Dallas is all set to play host to the first World Cup semi-final between the top-ranked France and third seeds Spain in a clash of two former champions.
How Storm will power finals tilt without injured stars
Cameron Munster could miss the remainder of the NRL season, while his Storm halves partner Jahrome Hughes is also injured in a blow to their finals hopes.
Demon celebrates wedding and career-high world No.5
Despite a modest Wimbledon, newly-wed Alex de Minaur has become the highest-ranked Australian male tennis player since Lleyton Hewitt in 2009.
‘I want to pay them back’: new NRL deal for Souths half
Rising halfback Ashton Ward has signed a contract extension after producing some eye-catching form for the NRL club this season.
Missing piece in 2025 GF photo drives Bronco Billy
The motivation for Billy Walters to sign a new Brisbane deal is in front of him each day as he thanks a young gun for getting him through a second ACL recovery.
Wallabies playmaker sets sights on Italy Test return
Ben Donaldson is hopeful of giving the Wallabies a play-making boost against Italy as coach Joe Schmidt prepares to say arrivederci.
Pies defender off to tribunal, Bombers face penalty
Collingwood's Billy Frampton will front the AFL tribunal to contest a rough conduct suspension ahead of a huge clash with Carlton.
‘Ambitious competitor’ bolsters Bullets’ NBL finals bid
Former NBA wing Nate Hinton has joined the Brisbane Bullets as new coach Will Weaver eyes a return to the NBL playoffs.
‘I’m ready to go’: Walters sends Broncos coach message
Brisbane veteran Billy Walters has put himself in the frame for an NRL recall after playing three matches for Souths Logan following a lengthy ACL recovery.
Geelong set star’s timeline; Hawk sent for surgery
Geelong are hopeful star forward Jeremy Cameron will return in time to play a part in their premiership push after suffering a brutal shoulder injury.
Walker must ‘take lessons and move on’ for Roosters
Daly Cherry-Evans has backed Sam Walker to shake off State of Origin disappointment on the Sydney Roosters' run to the NRL finals.
Star man poised to fire as Crows take on ‘underdog’ tag
Adelaide match-winner Izak Rankine missed last year's finals series through suspension but is in hot form again as the Crows eye a huge clash with Sydney.
‘No more excuses’: Broncos cavalry back for miracle run
Brisbane have received a boost for their fading finals hopes with a suite of stars set to return for the away clash against Penrith as they eye a winning run.
‘I won’t back flip’: Samoa star reveals plan for Cup
Payne Haas has cleared the air on his World Cup plans and says there is a "great chance" for Samoa to lift the trophy for the first time.