Hastings injures ankle as NRL’s Knights belt Bulldogs
Newcastle have continued their fairytale push to the NRL finals but look set to lose their organising halfback Jackson Hastings to an ankle injury.
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King fires as St Kilda march on towards AFL finals
Max King kicked six goals as St Kilda strengthened their grip on a top-eight spot with a 36-point win over Richmond, whose AFL finals dream is all but over.
Run home for NRL finals contenders
The run home for teams still in contention for the NRL finals.
Port coach Hinkley on cusp of contract extension
Port Adelaide have locked in a top-four spot entering the AFL finals by thrashing Greater Western Sydney by 51 points at Adelaide Oval.
Blues-Reds draw, Spurs also held in EPL season openers
Chelsea and Liverpool have drawn 1-1 to begin their EPL campaigns, while Spurs started life under Australian manager Ange Postecoglou with a draw at Brentford.
Matildas focus on recovery before England World Cup SF
The Matildas face a tight turnaround before their Women's World Cup semi-final against England and will have minimal time on the training track.
Much to be revealed in the race for AFL finals spots
With two rounds remaining, three AFL clubs are assured of a top-four finish but the finals picture remains unclear for the rest seeking to make the playoffs.
Big Knights loss blindsides Bulldogs coach Ciraldo
Cameron Ciraldo says Canterbury prepared for a clash with Newcastle at an "elite level" and he was surprised they were on the wrong side of a 42-6 scoreline.
Boxes Australia must tick to consider hosting men’s WC
Football Australia CEO James Johnson says Australia has work to do if it is to follow up the success of the Women's World Cup by hosting a men's edition.
De Minaur on cusp of world’s top 10 after breakthrough
Australian tennis ace Alex de Minaur is only drawing positives after earning a career-high ranking with his maiden appearance in an ATP Masters 1000 final.
Sam Kerr named on bench for Matildas’ World Cup QF
The Matildas have named an unchanged starting line-up for their Women's World Cup quarter-final against France, with captain Sam Kerr on the bench.
Eels’ star recruit Albert hurt in NRLW loss to Broncos
Parramatta remain rooted to the bottom of the NRLW ladder after losing to Brisbane and to make matters worse, star recruit Elsie Albert has re-injured her calf.
Bulldogs different team since Knights belting: Ciraldo
Newcastle put Canterbury to the sword the last time the sides met but Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo insists his team won't capitulate again.
Kookaburras cop shock loss to NZ in Olympic qualifier
The Kookaburras and Hockeyroos face nervy matches after failing to lock up Olympic qualification during their respective matches against New Zealand.
Cowboy rising star wins over the Prime Minister
The prime minister has visited the Mount Isa Mines Rodeo in rural Queensland to meet the best and brightest cowboys and cowgirls.
Breust, Hawks aiming for consistency against Bulldogs
Hawthorn veteran Luke Breust likes the look of the club's rebuild but he and coach Sam Mitchell say consistency is lacking ahead of facing the Western Bulldogs.
Red-hot de Minaur downs Medvedev in career-best win
Australian star Alex de Minaur will rise to a career-high ranking after upsetting former world No.1 Daniil Medvedev to reach his maiden ATP 1000 semi-final.
Broncos No.1 Walsh stays humble and ruthless: Walters
After putting Parramatta to the sword in a brilliant display Broncos fullback Reece Walsh impressed coach Kevin Walters with his drive to keep getting better.
Raiders must fix errors or be ‘eaten alive’: Stuart
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart admits the Raiders have to improve markedly from their narrow win over Wests Tigers to trouble Melbourne in a vital NRL clash.
Minjee Lee having to hunt the hunter at British Open
Ally Ewing has opened a five-shot halfway lead at the Women's British Open - but Minjee Lee is well positioned to cash in on any mistakes from the American.
Aussie Chamberlain takes world junior time trial gold
Australian Oscar Chamberlain has won the men's world junior time trial gold, emulating teammate Felicity Wilson-Haffenden, winner of the women's event.
Magpies rule injured captain Moore out until finals
Collingwood captain Darcy Moore will be sidelined until the finals after the Magpies confirmed a hamstring strain for their key defender.
Dolphins cult hero Valynce Te Whare faces make or break
Dolphins blockbusting centre Valynce Te Whare has captured the public's imagination but his challenge this next month is capturing the approval of his coach.
Mitch Moses blow but Eels can still play finals: Arthur
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur and captain Clint Gutherson say the Eels are not dead and buried for 2023 despite the likely absence of injured half Mitch Moses.
Trindall shows tricks of the trade for Sharks
Cronulla have been buoyed by the displays of Braydon Trindall, who has overtaken Matt Moylan as the club's first-choice five-eighth.
Ellie Carpenter raring for special France WWC clash
Matildas right-back Ellie Carpenter is raring for a special on-pitch reunion with her Lyon teammates in their Women's World Cup quarter-final.
Matildas back fitness to deliver in World Cup QF
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has rarely changed his starting XI or turned to substitutes, but is confident his charges have the fitness to outlast France.
Kerr coy on fitness after making Matildas return
Captain Sam Kerr made her eagerly anticipated return from a calf injury in the Matildas' win over Denmark but won't reveal how much she can ramp up her minutes.
Reynolds, Hughes return as NRL finals jostling heats up
Adam Reynolds returns for Brisbane, while Melbourne welcome back Jahrome Hughes and the Roosters' Dylan Napa will play his first NRL match since 2021.
Cherrington gets four-game NRLW ban for spear tackle
Parramatta's tough start to the NRLW season has become even tougher with news Kennedy Cherrington has been suspended for a spear tackle.
Striker James says sorry for stepping on Alozie’s back
England striker Lauren James has apologised to Michelle Alozie for the incident which led to her being sent off in their last-16 World Cup win over Nigeria.