Flanker Fraser the McReight man to lead Queensland Reds
Fraser McReight will captain Queensland in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific, with the idea coming from former skipper Tate McDermott.
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Young pair get Australian Open lead-up wildcards
Two Australian rookies have been granted wildcards for the Hobart International ahead of the first grand slam of the year in Melbourne.
Broncos take All Blacks path for World Club Challenge
Brisbane will be based at The Lensbury resort in London ahead of the World Club Challenge against Hull KR in their quest for a third title.
Ex-Mariners boss joins fellow Aussie coaches in China
There are now four Australian coaches in the Chinese Super League with Nick Montgomery the latest to make the move.
Poles apart: hosts Australia bomb out of United Cup
Lion-hearted Alex de Minaur did all he could to help Australia win their United Cup quarter-final, but Poland have come out on top to reach the semis in Sydney.
Magpie star granted leave of absence from AFL club
Collingwood have granted livewire forward Bobby Hill a leave of absence from the AFL club to work through personal issues.
Cyclone threat forces Taipans-Bullets postponement
The potential impact of a cyclone in Far North Queensland has forced the postponement of the Cairns Taipans' NBL clash with rivals Brisbane.
Fire bounce back from venomous loss to beat Geelong
The Townsville Fire have bounced back from a disappointing loss to Geelong to defeat the Venom after another Miela Sowah scoring masterclass.
Auckland beat Roar to extend ALM ladder lead
Top-of-the-table Auckland's in-form duo Sam Cosgrove and Lachlan Brook scored goals in a 2-0 win over Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium.
US trio join battling Medvedev in Brisbane semis
Russia's three-time Australian Open finalist Daniil Medvedev has had to work for a spot in the Brisbane International semi-finals alongside three Americans.
Aussie brains behind ‘sceptical’ Medvedev overhaul
Daniil Medvedev on his new Australian coach, how he's playing like a top-five player again and why he's not thinking about Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz.
Rabbitohs offer lifeline to ex-Knight Adam Elliott
Free agent Adam Elliott has signed a one-year deal with South Sydney as the Rabbitohs try to bolster their forward stocks.
Kostyuk’s statement win sets up Sabalenka final duel
Aryna Sabalenka was in ominous form to reach another Brisbane International final, but Marta Kostyuk's drubbing of Jessica Pegula showed she'll be no pushover.
Aussie Winter Olympians grab World Cup medals
Jakara Anthony won World Cup gold and Matt Graham silver, with Australia's Olympic medallists also taking over the overall moguls standings.
American awaits Medvedev in Open tune-up
Brandon Nakashima will face resurgent Russian Daniil Medvedev in his first final since 2022 after beating fellow American Aleksandar Kovacevic in Brisbane.
‘Game theory’: Vine out to crack road nationals code
After his strong ride in the time trial, Jay Vine has proved he is one of the riders to beat in Sunday's Australian road cycling championships road race.
‘Consumed me’: why de Minaur is relaxed ahead of Open
World No.6 Alex de Minaur has never been ranked higher entering a grand slam and has rarely been more relaxed either ahead of his 10th Australian Open tilt.
NBL confirms rescheduled Taipans-Bullets clash
The NBL has confirmed the Cairns-Brisbane clash postponed because of a cyclone threat in Far North Queensland will now be played on January 12.
WSW snag pressure-relieving win over Mata’s Victory
Western Sydney have claimed a 1-0 win over Melbourne Victory, courtesy of a Kosta Barbarouses penalty, to snap a five-game winless run.
Khawaja shines, Warner hurt as Heat thump Thunder
Usman Khawaja's international career may be over, but he showed he is far from a spent force, stroking a fine 78 to help the Brisbane Heat to a BBL victory.
Maley magic powers Perth to clean sweep over Adelaide
The Perth Lynx have continued their dominance over the Adelaide Lightning, with Anneli Maley providing the fireworks to power her side to victory.
‘Football family’s with you’: Arsenal emotion for Kyra
Fans and players from Arsenal, as well as their Man Utd opponents, have paid emotional tributes to Matildas ace Kyra Cooney-Cross amid her family plight.
‘Winning knows no age’: Venus back in Australia
Seven-time grand slam winner Venus Williams is preparing in Hobart ahead of her 22nd Australian Open, where she well break an age record.
Legal threat not a concern for Mariners coach Moon
The ugly New Year's Eve stoush between Brisbane and Central Coast could still end up having legal ramifications, but Mariners coach Warren Moon isn't worried.
Woods on fire as Townsville overcome resurgent Flyers
The Townsville Fire have survived an almighty scare to defeat the Southside Melbourne Flyers and keep alive their hopes of finishing on top of the WNBL ladder.
Rain puts dampener on Steve Smith’s Big Bash return
The Sydney Sixers' clash against the Hobart Hurricanes has been washed out after five overs, with Steve Smith unbeaten when play was abandoned.
Seventh heaven: world No.1 flexes in Brisbane defence
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka has withstood in-form Marta Kostyuk to defend her Brisbane title in what was her seventh-straight finals appearance in the country.
Heart in mouth: Roar hold on for ALW win over Victory
Melbourne Victory have missed the chance to go equal top on the A-League Women ladder after suffering an upset 1-0 loss to Brisbane Roar.
Resurgent Jets snatch away win over Melbourne City
Newcastle have handed Melbourne City a 1-0 defeat at AAMI Park to claim their second win on the spin and rise to fourth on the A-League Men table.
Swiatek fitness concerns dampen Polish Cup triumph
After suffering two heartbreaking finals losses, Poland have their hands on the United Cup after denying Switzerland a fairytale victory at the mixed showpiece.
‘Angry Medvedev, calm Medvedev’: Russian finds ‘flow’
Russia's former world No.1 Daniil Medvedev will arrive in Melbourne a threat again after a title-winning week in Brisbane spent tinkering with his game.