Sidebottom bluntly sums up cruel end to great career
Collingwood great Steele Sidebottom was given a guard of honour by teammates and the Western Bulldogs after his last AFL game ended in heartbreak.
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Relief for Bulldogs after gripping AFL wildcard final
The Western Bulldogs have beaten Collingwood by three points in the first AFL wildcard final, before 81,036 fans at the MCG.
Penrith leave Bulldogs’ finals hopes hanging by thread
Second-rower Liam Martin bagged two tries as Penrith defeated Canterbury, whose NRL finals hopes are now in major doubt.
AFLW confirms first Friday night grand final
The AFLW grand final will be played on Friday, November 27, meaning the league avoids clashing with two big events on the following day.
Manly flog Dragons to keep life in rollercoaster season
Manly's attacking weapons have fired to flog St George Illawarra 44-10, keeping their slim finals hopes alive and consigning the Dragons to the wooden spoon.
Aussie Armstrong angles his way to lead at PNG Open
First-round leader Louis Dobbelaar and defending champion Cory Crawford are among the challengers as Josh Armstrong leads the PNG Open going into the weekend.
‘Devastated’ Kangaroos support star after neck surgery
North Melbourne midfielder Mia King is expected to make a full recovery and return to action in 2027 after undergoing spinal fusion surgery in Brisbane.
Why Bears’ latest recruit left Canberra for Perth
Perth recruit Corey Horsburgh has explained how Mal Meninga won him over, and why he believes a move west can give him the career refresh required at age 28.
‘Does affect you’: Hawks forward opens up contract saga
Key Hawthorn forward Mitch Lewis has candidly addressed how he dealt with contract speculation, before re-signing with the Hawks.
Perth Glory captain Taggart set to make bombshell exit
Perth Glory captain Adam Taggart is set to link up with former Socceroos star Harry Kewell in a bombshell move away from the A-League.
Tim Kelly opens up on earning respect back at Eagles
West Coast veteran Tim Kelly endured a tough time last year, but the veteran bounced back strongly this season to show he still has plenty more to offer.
Buchanan finds his groove before Sydney Marathon
Embracing the Sydney Marathon, Andy Buchanan has rediscovered his mojo after some soul-searching when the marathon star lost his Australian record.
Whitcomb out, another WNBA star in for Perth Lynx
Star guard Sami Whitcomb ruled herself out of the WNBL season, and the Perth Lynx have been quick to sign a new player.
Cowboys star’s season over as rugby union move beckons
North Queensland coach Todd Payten has provided some mixed injury news as the Cowboys look to strengthen their grip on a top eight berth.
Roosters address potential Manu return amid PNG move
There's a big gap between the end of Joey Manu's rugby career and his move to PNG in 2028, so could he return to the Roosters on a short-term deal next year?
Souths reveal Latrell plan as star cleared for take-off
Latrell Mitchell will play his first NRL game in over three months as South Sydney look to lock in a finals spot with a win over Gold Coast.
Matildas look to return to Australia amid pay dispute
An upgraded pay agreement would revive the A-League Women, but a Matildas player reveals it could also lure big-name Australian stars back to the competition.
Aussie soars back to form in Zurich Weltklasse meet
Australia's world high jump champion Nicola Olyslagers has soared again on a sensational night of athletics in Zurich when two world records were broken.
Pack calls to face Pumas not ‘too cute’: Kiss
The Wallabies have rung the changes up front for their clash against Argentina, with prop Isaac Kailea making his first start in two years.
Demon draws qualifier in US Open as wonder boy awaits
Australia's perennial hope Alex de Minaur has been given a kind-looking US Open draw, but could face Spanish teen ace Rafael Jodar in the last-16 in New York.
‘Defence wins premierships’: Dogs ready for wildcard
After rediscovering their defensive bite, the Western Bulldogs are well prepared to take on Collingwood in a historic wildcard finals clash at the MCG.
Maguire ducks question over future after Broncos’ woe
Under-fire Michael Maguire has talked about Brisbane's ability rather than his future after questions were raised following the thrashing by the Storm.
Maguire’s season from hell continues at hands of Storm
Pressure on Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has skyrocketed to an all-time high after the Broncos suffered a brutal capitulation to Melbourne on home turf.
Queenslander holds lead at rain-affected PNG Open
Queensland golfer Louis Dobbelaar is the clubhouse leader after the rain-affected opening day of the PNG Open at the Royal Port Moresby Golf Club.
Knights know rivals will try to lure Blues centre away
Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook has made clear he wants to keep Bradman Best, but warns it may not be easy thanks to the salary cap.
‘Global talent’ out, but young star answers Opals’ call
The Opals have suffered a blow to their ambitions of another podium at the Basketball World Cup, with a veteran ruled out, but a rising star is set to shine.
Final frontier for Aussie trio in US Open qualifying
Three Australians - Chris O'Connell, Tristan Schoolkate and Storm Hunter - will play in the final round of qualifying for the US Open at Flushing Meadows.
Where to now for Nikita after controversial draw
Experienced manager Glen Jennings is taking a glass half-full approach to Nikita Tszyu's controversial draw in a world title eliminator against Ben Mahoney.
Bulldogs shake off COVID-19 for crucial clash
Canterbury had been battling an outbreak of COVID-19 ahead of their big clash with Penrith but the Bulldogs are now fit and firing again, says Cameron Ciraldo.
Next step looms in era-defining transition for Manly
Young gun Onitoni Large could debut for Manly against St George Illawarra, with the teenager viewed as a long-term halves partner of Joey Walsh.
‘Can’t happen’: Cats fine sparks AFL concussion review
Geelong have been fined $140,000 by the AFL, but an investigation found there was no intention to conceal Jake Kolodjashnij's concussion waiver.