Frustration good for winless Victory: interim coach
Victory interim coach Arthur Diles is urging his players to embrace the frustration of their six-game winless streak ahead of their clash against Sydney FC.
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Hunt a Broncos leader as Maguire makes captain’s call
Adam Reynolds will again captain Brisbane under new coach and former South Sydney mentor Michael Maguire, with returning Ben Hunt among the senior leaders.
Renshaw in ‘good order’ as BBL future in limbo
After a shaky start to the domestic season, Matt Renshaw feels his game is in good order after a solid BBL campaign and encouraging red-ball form.
Socceroos defender Matthews closing in on overseas move
Hayden Matthews is poised to move to an overseas club, with Sydney FC coach Ufuk Talay confirming the Socceroo will not be available against Melbourne Victory.
Snyder responds to Boomers link as coach search narrows
Atlanta NBA coach Quin Snyder has responded to links to the vacant Boomers job after his side, featuring breakout Australian Dyson Daniels, fell to Detroit.
Aussie Jones powers into Open junior girls’ semi-finals
Top seed Emerson Jones is into the Australian Open junior girls semi-finals at Melbourne Park while fellow 16-year-old home hope Tahlia Kokkinis has bowed out.
Romo takes Tour lead with first pro cycling win
Spaniard Javier Romo leads the Tour Down Under after his first pro cycling win, taking out stage three in the Adelaide Hills on a day that featured two crashes.
Aquatics, soccer call for new 2032 Olympic venues
Aquatic sports and soccer have made their pitch for new venues for the 2032 Olympics to Queensland government's 100-day infrastructure review.
New-look Hockeyroos eye China grudge match
Australia's Hockeyroos will return to action for the first time since the Olympics to face the Chinese side responsible for their controversial Games exit.
Not scared or vulnerable: Sixers dodge Thunder digs
Sydney Sixers player Jordan Silk has dodged verbal punches from Sydney Thunder's Tanveer Sangha, dismissing claims his side are "scared" and "vulnerable".
Badosa’s ride from quarantine hell to Open semi-finals
An Australian Open semi-final against two-time defending champ Aryna Sabalenka is just another challenge for Paula Badosa after years of overcoming adversity.
‘Why not me?’ – Demon won’t give up on grand slam dream
Despite a demoralising Australian Open quarter-final loss to Jannik Sinner, Alex de Minaur believes he hasn't hit his ceiling and can still contend for a slam.
Melbourne outlast Wildcats to spoil Cotton’s party
Perth Wildcats sharpshooter Bryce Cotton was held to just 14 points in his 250th NBL game as Melbourne United posted a tense win on the road.
American Shelton slams Open broadcasters, interviews
American Ben Shelton has delivered a takedown of Australian Open broadcasters and on-court interviewers during an unprompted address after his quarter-final.
De Minaur hurting after ‘slap across face’ from Sinner
Local hope Alex de Minaur has suffered a thumping straight-sets Australian Open quarter-final loss to world No.1 and defending champion Jannik Sinner.
Thunder surge into grand final qualifier beating Stars
Nathan McAndrew has starred as the Sydney Thunder defeated the Melbourne Stars in a knockout Big Bash League finals match.
Snapshot of day 11 at the Australian Open
Madison Keys showed true grit on day 11 of the Australian Open by beating Elina Svitolina in three-tough sets to reach the Open semis for a third time.
Blues president stands down after AFL investigation
Carlton have announced Luke Sayers has stood down as president after the embattled club figure was cleared of posting a lewd image on social media by the AFL.
Mass gains: ‘Mutant strong’ Reds gun’s origin story
Massimo De Lutiis has revealed an Irish eligibility twist and the eight-week basement home gym lockdown that triggered his rugby transformation.
Jarome Luai to share Tigers captaincy with Api Koroisau
Four-time premiership-winning playmaker Jarome Luai has been appointed co-captain of Wests Tigers ahead of his first season at the NRL club.
Gilmore, Florence opt out of fulltime WSL campaigns
Australia's eight-time surfing world champion Stephanie Gilmore has made a late call not to return to the WSL Championship Tour this year.
Wounded Djokovic thrives on more drama at the Open
Novak Djokovic says he's become accustomed to dealing with controversy and drama during Australian Open campaigns as he chases an 11th Melbourne Park crown.
Two from two, Welsford wins again despite tour crash
Australian cycling star Sam Welsford has won his second-straight stage in the Tour Down Under despite a crash early in the Barossa Valley stage.
David Warner has Sydney Thunder believing again
Retired Test opener David Warner has had an impact on and off the field in his first full Big Bash League summer.
Steve Smith feared he needed surgery on injured elbow
Steve Smith is preparing to face Sri Lanka in Galle, but the star Australia batter initially feared his elbow injury could require more surgery.
Djokovic outlasts Alcaraz in Australian Open classic
Novak Djokovic is just two wins away from claiming a record-breaking 25th major title after downing Carlos Alcaraz in an epic Australian Open quarter-final.
Matildas winger Freier, Socceroo Deng seal transfers
Matildas winger Sharn Freier has signed for German powerhouse VfL Wolfsburg while Socceroo Thomas Deng has joined J1 League club Yokohama F. Marinos.
Former North coach Shaw signs as Suns’ AFLW boss
Former North Melbourne AFL coach Rhyce Shaw has been appointed Gold Coast's new AFLW mentor.
Hurricanes hold out Sixers for Big Bash final spot
The Hobart Hurricanes have qualified for the Big Bash League final and will have a shot at their first title after beating the Sydney Sixers by 12 runs.
Finals-chasing Western United thump Glory in ALW
Western United have claimed a straightforward 4-1 win over Perth Glory, including a spectacular goal from defender Grace Maher.
Caslick’s 15s dream in changing of rugby 7s guard
Charlotte Caslick is eyeing a home World Cup for the Wallaroos in 2029 and has assumed a new rugby sevens role in the wake of their Paris Olympics fade-out.