Covell makes Olympic skate final after early struggles
Chloe Covell's bid to become Australia's youngest Olympic champion remains alive after some early struggles in street skateboard qualifying.
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Jennings faces two-game ban, big NRLW penalties loom
Sydney Roosters centre Michael Jennings is facing a two-game ban for a high tackle, while Brisbane NRLW prop Annetta-Claudia Nu'uausala is in judiciary trouble.
Mature Dockers problem solve their way through derby
Fremantle's 35-point derby win over West Coast has lifted them to third spot on the ladder, but they still face a major fight to lock down a top-four berth.
Titans slay Dragons to launch NRLW title tilt in style
NRLW runners-up Gold Coast have reasserted their title credentials with an 18-10 win over St George Illawarra, while Canberra thrashed Wests Tigers 32-12.
Fox finally cracks kayak gold with stunning final run
Champion Australian paddler Jessica Fox has claimed the first leg of what could be a historic triple triumph in Paris by winning gold in the K1.
Aussie golden girls ease through return at Paris pool
Australian swimmers Mollie O'Callaghan and Ariarne Titmus had little time to bask in gold medal glory before returning to action at the Paris Olympic pool.
Daicos dazzles as Pies keep AFL finals hopes alive
Nick Daicos has dominated early to lay the groundwork for an important Collingwood win over Richmond which kept the reigning premiers' finals hopes alive.
Cleary masterclass as Panthers destroy hapless Dragons
Nathan Cleary has scored a hat-trick and had a hand in two other tries as the Penrith halfback led his side to a thumping 46-10 win over St George Illawarra.
Son of axed Eels coach Brad Arthur free to leave
Parramatta are set to grant Matt Arthur, the son of ousted head coach Brad Arthur, a release from the final year of his contract with the NRL club.
Tszyu world title eliminator off after rival withdraws
Tim Tszyu's scheduled IBF super-welterweight world title eliminator has been cancelled after American Erickson Lubin told officials he was "medically unfit".
Knights put on notice in hunt for NRLW three-peat
Newcastle have set their sights on claiming an NRLW three-peat, but rivals have declared they are ready to hunt the Knights down and deny them another title.
Essendon review ‘gutting’ loss in ‘gory’ detail
Essendon coach Brad Scott insists he will make the most of an unsought opportunity as the Bombers seek to bounce back from their loss against Adelaide.
De Minaur set for Olympic debut after beating injury
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur is set to make an extraordinary return from a hip injury in time to celebrate his Olympic debut in Paris.
Australian team briefed on alleged Paris sexual assault
Australian team chef de mission Anna Meares says the report of a tourist being attacked in Paris is horrific.
Australian water polo Olympians test positive to COVID
Two Australian women's water polo players have tested positive to COVID-19 ahead of the Olympics.
Depleted ‘Boks gamble on hooker Marx for Championship
World champions South Africa have named their squad for the Rugby Championship and have gambled on the fitness of Malcolm Marx and Peter-Steph du Toit.
Brisbane ‘political football’ Games addressed in Paris
The man in charge of organising Brisbane's 2032 Games has indicated he'll get the final say on a venue plan and jumped to the defence of the growing city.
Let the Games begin: Aussie rugby to kick off action
Australia's men's rugby sevens team will be among the first Olympic athletes in action when the Games begin, two days before the flame is lit in Paris.
Swans embracing injury challenge ahead of AFL finals
Sydney coach John Longmire believes injured star Tom Papley is close to irreplaceable but insists the Swans can fight through a mounting wounded list.
I haven’t lived up to hype at Wests Tigers: Papali’i
Preparing to depart West Tigers earlier than originally contracted, Isaiah Papali'i admits he hasn't been able to produce the form he showed with Parramatta.
NRLW players push for longer season, then more teams
The NRL is set to sell broadcast rights to the NRLW for the first time in the 2028 deal, with professional contracts, season length and teams all up for debate.
Countdown begins for ‘best Games ever’ at Brisbane 2032
Brisbane Olympics organisers believe lessons learned from Paris and Los Angeles will ensure the 2032 Games will be the "best ever".
Lions lose another key defender ahead of QClash
Already without co-captain Harris Andrews, the Brisbane Lions will be without fellow key defender Darragh Joyce for their QClash against Gold Coast.
NRL open to less games in 20-team competition
The NRL will consider different season structures as part of an expanded 20-team competition, including reducing the number of matches played per club.
Munster a chance to return as Storm firm for top spot
Melbourne's push for the minor premiership has been handed a boost, with Cameron Munster on the verge of a return from his painful groin injury.
Magpies determined to fight to save premiership defence
Collingwood defender John Noble insists the Magpies can still make finals and will fight to save their AFL premiership defence.
Roosters surprised but not fazed by their damning stats
The Sydney Roosters have brushed off their one-from-20 record against Melbourne and Penrith over the past four years as they eye another NRL title.
Exum cleared for Games as Boomers hit winning form
Dante Exum will play through the pain of a badly dislocated finger suffered in the Boomers' one-point defeat of France that completed a positive Games build-up.
At 14, Covell could make Olympic history in Paris
Chloe Covell is a 14-year-old with an uncommon teenager's mindset that has helped to make her a street skateboarding Olympic medal contender.
Martin remains upbeat despite pre-Paris BMX setbacks
Despite a foot injury and a poor result last month, Australian BMX freestyle star Logan Martin's self-belief ahead of the Olympics remains solid.
Melbourne’s Maclaren off to India, Yazbek US bound
Ex-Melbourne City striker Jamie Maclaren has joined Indian Super League giants Mohun Bagan, while fellow Socceroo Patrick Yazbek is off to MLS side Nashville.