Richmond star Martin out of clash with Hardwick’s Suns
Richmond star Dustin Martin has been ruled out of facing former coach Damien Hardwick in the Tigers' opening-round clash with the Gold Coast.
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Panthers out to buck World Club Challenge trend
History is stacked against the Penrith Panthers as they look to bounce back from last month's World Club Challenge defeat in England.
Indigenous art takes pride of place on Olympic uniforms
Indigenous artwork is taking pride of place on Australia's uniforms for the Olympic Games in Paris starting in late July.
Storm’s Munster ruled out of Penrith opening clash
Star Melbourne five-eighth Cameron Munster is still battling a groin injury and will miss the NRL round-one showdown with premiers Penrith.
Sweeping changes mooted after Wallabies’ Cup debacle
An external review has made 23 recommendations to Rugby Australia after the Wallabies' disastrous 2023 campaign and World Cup flop under Eddie Jones.
Dolphins back fearless Stone to fill Gilbert void
Inspirational lock Tom Gilbert won't play this season for the Dolphins, but the players are relieved that uncompromising Ray Stone is there to fill the breach.
McRae defends Magpies’ approach in back-to-back aim
Collingwood Craig McRae insists the Magpies are fully focused on 2024, even after recently launching a documentary about last year's AFL premiership.
Socceroos great Aloisi standing by rival Wanderers fans
Socceroos great and Western United coach John Aloisi has applauded Western Sydney's decision to back their fans after confrontations with police.
NRL’s Leniu sorry for racial slur, facing long ban
Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu looks set for a long stint on the sidelines after admitting he called Brisbane's Ezra Mam a "monkey" during a round one game.
Cummins reveals special goal ahead of second Kiwi Test
Australia skipper Pat Cummins says his Australian team has just one ambition ahead of the second Test against New Zealand at Hagley Oval, beginning on Friday.
Injury forces Nadal to withdraw from Indian Wells
Injuries continue to hamper Spanish legend Rafael Nadal's season, with the 22-time grand slam winner withdrawing from the high-profile Indian Wells tournament.
Whitaker seeking consistency from Waratahs
After upsetting the Crusaders, the NSW Waratahs are under instructions to deliver again in the big Super Rugby clash against the Highlanders.
Hardwick admits to nerves before Richmond clash
Ex-Richmond coach Damien Hardwick wants to make a statement against the Tigers, but admits he is nervous in what appears to be a big first task for the Suns.
Western hungry to hold on in ALW premiership race
Western United co-captain Jaclyn Sawicki is raring for a blockbuster clash with Sydney FC that could be crucial to determining the A-League Women premiership.
Sky Blues veteran Grant caps off big week in style
Rhyan Grant has signed a contract extension with Sydney FC that will take his career at the A-League Men club into an 18th season.
Running man Rayner’s midfield moment arrives at Lions
Cameron Rayner's running ability has improved enough to earn him more midfield minutes in one of few tweaks for beaten AFL grand finalists Brisbane.
Australia out to clean sweep tour of New Zealand
The prospect of world championship points will keep Australia's foot on the gas as the tour-ending second Test against New Zealand gets under way.
Tigers pick Naismith for AFL comeback against Suns
Former Sydney ruckman Sam Naismith will make his AFL return with Richmond when he lines up in their season opener against Gold Coast.
‘Live your lives’: Cummins’ leadership inspired by mum
Pat Cummins says Australia's Test team have been encouraged to live broader lives while on tour, in part inspired by the death of his mother and COVID-19.
Dolphins selection shocks, Bromwich tips next captains
Dolphins skipper Jesse Bromwich has confirmed he'll retire at season's end and put forward two future candidates as Wayne Bennett made big selection calls.
Jillaroos coach predicts multiple Americans in NRLW
The US could help fuel the next expansion of the NRLW, with Jillaroos coach Brad Donald predicting multiple Americans are good enough for the competition.
Former Tiger Trent Cotchin to mentor Lions’ AFL leaders
Richmond's former premiership-winning captain Trent Cotchin will work with Brisbane's leaders in a new off-field role as the beaten grand finalists hunt a flag.
Longmire backs Swans midfield after injury carnage
Without three injured experienced midfielders, Sydney coach John Longmire remains bullish ahead of his Swans' AFL round-one clash with Melbourne.
Hynes calls for Mam slur to be line in sand for NRL
Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes has come out in support of Brisbane five-eighth Ezra Mam after an alleged racial slur by Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu.
Australia’s Galloway signs NBA deal with Bucks
Sydney Kings forward Jaylin Galloway has signed his first NBA contract, joining the roster at the Milwaukee Bucks for the next two seasons.
Collingwood intent on swooping historic AFL flag double
Collingwood captain Darcy Moore insists the players have bought in to coach Craig McRae's mantra of "evolution" as they eye back-to-back AFL premierships.
Olympic heartbreak after Fitzgibbons clinches surf gold
Sally Fitzgibbons has missed out on an Olympic spot, despite winning gold at the International Surfing Association's World Games for a record fourth time.
Dees star Clayton Oliver cleared for AFL season opener
Melbourne star Clayton Oliver will play in the AFL opening-round clash with Sydney after overcoming health issues that set him back over the summer.
Police in spotlight after clashes with A-League fans
The Australian Professional Leagues are examining footage that shows A-League Men fans clashing with police, while Brisbane Roar are backing their supporters.
Pryce targets debut against former housemate Whitehead
If Newcastle youngster Will Pryce can earn a round-one NRL debut against Canberra, he'll find a friend in the Raiders' line-up.
Nadal gets through exhibition match with Alcaraz
Rafael Nadal showed no apparent injury issues as he lost an exhibition match with Carlos Alcaraz 3-6 6-4 (14-12) in Las Vegas.