Cowboy Drinkwater no longer a gunslinger: Coach Payten
North Queensland fullback Scott Drinkwater has developed into a complete player and coach Todd Payten says it is due to his selfless dedication to the craft.
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Doedee in ‘heartbreaking’ injury before Lions’ rematch
Days out from his Brisbane Lions debut, Tom Doedee's AFL comeback from a torn cruciate ligament has been halted after he suffered a similar injury in training.
Wildcard Harrison eliminates defending Bells champion
Local teenager Ellie Harrison has confirmed her role as the Bells Beach giant-killer, eliminating defending Rip Curl Pro champion Tyler Wright.
‘Could have been me’: Hastings axing focuses Gamble
Newcastle's Tyson Gamble has quit social media and taken a long hard look at himself after the brutal early season axing of his halves partner Jackson Hastings.
Erasing Arizona: Wilson ‘ready for war’ in US return
Queensland boxer Liam Wilson will be prepared for anything when he faces Mexican Oscar Valdez on his return to the scene of his world-title heartbreak.
Scott labels Geelong’s Hawkins ‘generational’ forward
Geelong forward Tom Hawkins is clearly one of the best forwards of his generation, Cats coach Chris Scott says.
Broncos’ Piakura out of Cowboys clash, Oates recalled
Brisbane's Brendan Piakura will miss four weeks as Jaiyden Hunt makes his club debut and veteran Corey Oates comes on to the bench against North Queensland.
NSW government denies Tigers’ Leichhardt funding plea
NSW Premier Chris Minns has denied Wests Tigers' request to fund upgrades to Leichhardt Oval, casting further doubt on the stadium's future as an NRL venue.
Ban-magnet Sivo vows to fine-tune tackle technique
After seven disciplinary charges in little more than a year, Parramatta enforcer Maika Sivo is working hard to avoid another visit to the judiciary.
Time hasn’t caught up with senior Magpies: coach
Collingwood veterans Scott Pendlebury and Steele Sidebottom have had slow starts to the AFL season, but coach Craig McRae has backed them to hit their straps.
Howdy Doedee: ‘Competitive unit’ poised for Lions debut
Self-described competitive unit Tom Doedee is available to make his first AFL appearance for his new club Brisbane in the grand final rematch with Collingwood.
Blessing in disguise: Panthers relaxed on Cleary injury
The hamstring problem set to keep Nathan Cleary out of action for up to a month may not be entirely bad news for the Penrith star, coach Ivan Cleary insists.
Goorjian’s ‘Father Time’ warning for Ingles, Mills
A straight-faced Brian Goorjian insists Patty Mills isn't an automatic Olympic selection but that his NBA move to Miami had given him a crucial boost.
Mitch Moses out for up to two months with foot injury
Parramatta have been left reeling after Mitch Moses was diagnosed with a foot injury that will require surgery.
Rotation on cards as Socceroos seek next World Cup step
With injuries and suspensions testing Australia's depth, coach Graham Arnold says almost half the side could be different when they take on Lebanon on Tuesday.
Penrith rocked by Nathan Cleary hamstring injury
Talismanic Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary may not play for a month after being sidelined with hamstring trouble.
‘Our season’s not over’: Lions mull reset options
The Brisbane Lions are contemplating a new-look back six to face Collingwood, as both of last year's grand finalists look to solve a winless start to 2024.
Saints to challenge King ban at AFL Tribunal
St Kilda spearhead Max King will join Essendon forward Peter Wright at the AFL Tribunal after challenging his one-match ban for rough conduct.
No grudge over Dogs captaincy call: ex-skipper Mahoney
Canterbury hooker and former co-captain Reed Mahoney insists Cameron Ciraldo was right to bring in a replacement as Bulldogs skipper.
Bittersweet sadness: Slater eyes Bells Beach farewell
In what could be his last Rip Curl Pro, surfing legend Kelly Slater has beaten John John Florence to make an ideal start to the WSL event at Bells Beach.
Brayshaw, Dockers gunning for fast start against Crows
Slow starts have been a problem for Fremantle, who will be out to rectify the issue when they chase a third straight AFL win in the home clash with Adelaide.
Goodwin steals the show as Socceroos thump Lebanon 5-0
Australia have moved a step closer to qualifying for a sixth-straight FIFA World Cup after easing past Lebanon in Canberra, with winger Craig Goodwin the star.
Bubbling Bulldogs wary of cornered Rabbitohs
South Sydney's Easter rivals Canterbury are keen to keep the pressure on the beleaguered Rabbitohs, who lie bottom of the ladder after three straight losses.
Fringe paceman Gannon savours WA’s Shield three-peat
Reliable paceman Cameron Gannon was 12th man for the first two of Western Australia's recent Sheffield Shield crowns, but he played a key role in the third one.
Adelaide’s Walker on track for AFL return after injury
Adelaide's star forward Taylor Walker is on track to overcome a back injury and play against Geelong on Friday night, assistant coach Scott Burns says.
Hamstring surgery to sideline Dockers’ Cox for 12 weeks
Versatile Dockers tall Brennan Cox will undergo surgery to repair his injured right hamstring and is expected to spend the next 12-15 weeks on the sidelines.
Govt’s 2032 venue decision swayed by IOC submission
The Queensland government has scrapped a Brisbane 2032 infrastructure review's key recommendations based on a submission by an Olympic powerbroker.
Coach whisperer backs Walters on Broncos’ GF talk ban
Bradley 'Coach Whisperer' Stubbs has advised Australia's great mentors and has praised Brisbane coach Kevin Walters for a big call ahead of facing Penrith.
Tszyu to chase unified world-title dream in Vegas
Australian boxing superstar Tim Tszyu's Las Vegas debut has been elevated to a world-title blockbuster against American Sebastian Fundora.
Red-hot Hosking happy for bench job on Whitehead return
After two of the best games of his NRL career, Canberra's Zac Hosking won't complain if he is shifted to the bench to get Elliott Whitehead back in the side.
Broncos’ Madden looks to tame Panthers he almost joined
There's shades of NFL legend Tom Brady in Brisbane's Jock Madden, who will step up against a Penrith side he nearly signed for, Broncos rake Billy Walters says.