Hewitt anoints speed Demon as Australian Open contender
Twenty years after making the Australian Open final, Lleyton Hewitt has no doubt Alex de Minaur can also make a deep run in his quest to break the home drought.
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Never-say-die Thommo still thrives on Pat Rafter Arena
For Jordan Thompson, Brisbane's Pat Rafter Arena was where his 2024 breakthrough year began so splendidly - and the way he's started 2025 there bodes well too.
Stoinis, Maxwell fire as Stars end BBL losing streak
Glenn Maxwell took one of the great BBL catches and captain Marcus Stoinis shone with the bat as Melbourne Stars romped to a five-wicket win over Brisbane Heat.
Tigers confirm Balta assault charge in country NSW
Richmond's Noah Balta, who signed a seven-year AFL deal in October, has been charged with assault following an incident in country NSW on December 30.
De Minaur’s girl helps GB end Australia’s Cup hopes
Australia have been eliminated from the United Cup despite Alex de Minaur winning both his singles and doubles matches in a 2-1 defeat of Great Britain.
Djokovic downs Monfils for 20th time to reach quarters
Novak Djokovic continued his stunning record against France's Gael Monfils to reach the Brisbane International quarter-finals as another Frenchman starred again
‘Open’ races predicted as road nationals head to Perth
The Australian road cycling championships have moved for the first time in two decades, meaning a radically different January for the sport.
McGrath says Starc worth the risk as quick gets scans
Mitchell Starc has been sent for scans on his sore ribs ahead of the SCG Test, but Australia are confident the quick will be fit to face India in Sydney.
‘Mitch’s time’ – Aussies back Marsh ahead of SCG Test
Australia's wicketkeeper Alex Carey has rejected suggestions change is needed for the SCG, believing Mitch Marsh can silence his critics against India.
Birrell takes top-10 scalp, Joint scares Azarenka
Wildcard and world No.113 Kimberly Birrell claimed a top-10 scalp while Australian teenager Maya Joint gave a former world No.1 a huge Brisbane scare.
New coach Murray offers Djokovic advice from the slopes
Novak Djokovic joked that he hoped coach Andy Murray did not injure himself on a family skiing trip before the Brit joins him for the Australian Open.
Breakers star Fall begins to silence the doubters
Breakers' Tacko Fall heard a lot of voices doubting he could be a difference maker in the NBL but was happy to start silencing them in Cairns on New Year's Eve
Sore Kyrgios accepts new reality in comeback experiment
Nick Kyrgios admits his tennis return is a potentially short-lived experiment despite a mostly positive reintroduction in Brisbane after wrist surgery.
Breakers find their stride against tepid Taipans
The last game of the 2024 year pitted the two coldest teams against each other with the New Zealand Breakers emerging victorious over the Cairns Taipans.
Djokovic hatches Murray plan to take down next-gen
Novak Djokovic has enjoyed a seamless opening to his Australian Open tilt and revealed how he hopes to unseat the younger foes standing in the way of history.
Leaders Melbourne City in double ALW penalty miss
Melbourne City missed two penalties but still moved three points clear at the top of the A-League Women with a 0-0 away draw against Central Coast Mariners.
World No.1 Sabalenka makes early statement in Brisbane
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka needed barely an hour to win her season-opening match in Brisbane, disposing of Renata Zarazua 6-4 6-0.
‘Need a miracle’: Kyrgios cops comeback reality check
Nick Kyrgios has lost in his long-awaited return from injury to big-serving French gun Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in the Brisbane International first round.
‘Forever our crew’: Sydney to Hobart sailors remembered
Wreaths and flowers been placed at a dock during a memorial for two sailors who died in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
Serious stuff: Why Opetaia homecoming is all business
Ahead of his title defence, Jai Opetaia has explained the mindset behind his fight-week focus and dismissed his status as Australia's pound-for-pound king.
Sore Starc ‘good chance’ to play in SCG Test decider
Australia will do their best to recover from an epic MCG Test win against India, with sore quick Mitchell Starc a "good chance" to feature in the SCG decider.
He can beat anyone: Djokovic’s big call on Kyrgios
The great Novak Djokovic believes Nick Kyrgios still has the game to beat anyone on any day after teaming with the mercurial star on his long-awaited comeback.
Kyrgios returns with dazzling doubles win with Djokovic
Former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios has made a successful return to competitive tennis with a classy Brisbane International doubles win with Novak Djokovic.
Brits beat Argentina to give Aussies United Cup boost
A stunning performance by Katie Boulter and Charles Broom in the mixed doubles match has fired Great Britain to a 2-1 win over Argentina in the United Cup.
Cummins declares Australia’s MCG epic ‘greatest Test’
Australia have taken seven wickets in the final session to defeat India by 184 runs in a classic MCG Test and go 2-1 up in the Border-Gavaskar series.
‘Abusive practices’: Amini to fight Perth Glory sacking
Mustafa Amini will take legal action against Perth Glory, with the players' union claiming the A-League Men club unlawfully terminated his contract.
Crews accept Sydney to Hobart risks: veteran sailor
Sailors in the Sydney to Hobart accept the risks of racing, according to a veteran competitor who has been involved in two deadly events.
Birrell wins all-Aussie clash to set up Navarro meeting
Australia's Kimberly Birrell fought back from a set down to beat friend and countrywoman Priscilla Hon in the opening round of the Brisbane International.
Socceroos lose Harry Souttar for 2025 World Cup quals
The Socceroos have lost Harry Souttar for up to a year with an achilles tendon injury, in what is a massive blow to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.
Popyrin has weapons to reach world’s top 10: Newcombe
Australian tennis legend John Newcombe believes Alexei Popyrin can take the next step in 2025 and reach the world's top 10 after a breakout year.
How Bendigo teacher ran fastest Aussie marathon time
School teacher Andy Buchanan learned a lot to become Australia's faster marathon runner, but a powerful lesson came from a former AFL player in his classroom.