Broncos’ Hetherington credits Dad ahead of 50th game
Kobe Hetherington has put his dalliance with being a miner well behind him as the Brisbane forward marks a milestone match against the Sydney Roosters.
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China dominate pool on second night of world titles
Australian swimmers have failed to add to the nation's medal tally on night two of competition at the pool at the world championships in Japan.
Port to challenge Willie Rioli’s two-match suspension
Port Adelaide will head to the tribunal in a bid to clear Willie Rioli after the forward was given a two-match ban for striking Collingwood's Nathan Murphy.
Matildas great Polkinghorne could start against Nigeria
Hometown hero Clare Polkinghorne could start for the Matildas against Nigeria in Brisbane amid a restricted build-up for fellow defender Alanna Kennedy.
‘Sheriff’ Latrell back in town to spark leaky Souths
Latrell Mitchell's South Sydney teammates have revealed he is the club's self-appointed 'sheriff', who keeps the side accountable on and off the field.
Cowboys’ Nanai out for four to six weeks
State of Origin representative Jeremiah Nanai will miss up to six weeks with the shoulder injury he suffered in North Queensland's latest game.
More issues for Sharks as Colquhoun banned for a week
Out-of-form Cronulla will need to find a new left back-rower after the NRL judiciary handed Jesse Colquhoun a one-match ban for dangerous contact.
Big day for Jason Day, back soaring as Open runner-up
Jason Day has finished tied as runner-up at the British Open at Hoylake after a four-way battle in the rain behind runaway winner Brian Harman.
Dane Vingegaard wins second Tour de France
Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard has won the Tour de France for a second straight year as cycling's most famous race finished on the Champs-Elysees.
Australia want Ashes series win after retaining urn
Australia have put off celebrating retaining the Ashes with a washed-out draw in Manchester, putting their focus clearly on winning the series at The Oval.
Brian Harman hunts down big game trophy at British Open
Brian Harman has won the British Open golf championship at Royal Liverpool, ending up a runaway victor by six shots with Australian Jason Day tied for second.
Aussie swim stalwarts stunned by golden night at worlds
Australian stalwarts Kyle Chalmers and Emma McKeon are in awe at their nation's golden night to open swimming's world championships in Japan.
Furious Fitzgibbon to ask NRL to please explain
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon will sound out the NRL for answers after the Sharks were on the wrong end of several contentious calls in their loss to Manly.
Aussie relayers, Titmus break swim world records
After Ariarne Titmus reclaimed her 400m freestyle world record, Australia's women's 4x100 metres freestyle relayers have also set a new benchmark in Japan.
Saints break North hearts to stay in top eight
St Kilda have kicked five goals to one in the last quarter for a nine point win over North Melbourne that keeps the Saints in the top eight.
Rankine out injured as Crows fight for AFL finals spot
Izak Rankine and Nick Murray have sustained injuries as Adelaide suffered a four-point defeat to Melbourne in a blow to their AFL finals hopes.
Demons hang tough to resist Crows’ fightbacks
AFL premiership hopefuls Melbourne let slip a 32-point lead but held off a fast-finishing Adelaide to win a gritty encounter by less than a goal.
Manly deny Sharks miracle comeback win in NRL thriller
Manly overcame the early loss of prop Tanela Paseka and withstood a fierce late fightback from Cronulla to beat the Sharks 30-26 in an NRL thriller.
‘Gang back together’ as Panthers smash Bulldogs
Nathan Cleary and the State of Origin contingent made a powerful return for Penrith in a 44-18 defeat of Canterbury at BlueBet Stadium.
Bulldogs rebuild will make Ciraldo better coach: Cleary
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has not yet been able to lift the Bulldogs up the ladder but Penrith's Ivan Cleary is backing his ex-assistant to come good.
Giants make it six straight, in top eight with Suns win
GWS have continued their stellar AFL winning run, taking down Gold Coast by 40 points at Manuka Oval.
Sharks need to man up, says straight-talking McInnes
Lock Cameron McInnes has pulled no punches in assessing Cronulla's poor record against NRL top-eight sides, saying the Sharks must muscle up in defence.
Irish fighting fit as O’Sullivan cleared for WWC opener
Coach Vera Pauw says midfielder Denise O'Sullivan is fit for selection for Ireland's World Cup opener against Australia on Thursday night.
Marshall and Fulton can co-exist at Tigers: Sheens
Rumours of a rift between Benji Marshall and Scott Fulton have dogged Wests Tigers but Tim Sheens believes the pair capable of putting their differences aside.
Geelong coach Scott calls AFL ‘compromised’ competition
Geelong coach Chris Scott is no fan of a wildcard weekend, arguing the AFL is already a "compromised" competition.
Brazil changes work hours for Women’s World Cup
Brazil's government has changed work hours for civil servants to allow them to watch their team in action at the Women's World Cup in Australia and NZ.
Harry Garside’s ex-girlfriend to fight DV charges
Harry Garside's ex-girlfriend is contesting charges of stalking and assaulting the Olympian after a similar charge was dropped against him in June.
Andrews coy on Commonwealth Games cancellation cost
Premier Daniel Andrews is refusing to speculate on much tearing up the 2026 Commonwealth Games contract will cost Victorian taxpayers in compensation payments.
Ash Barty on Sam Kerr, Matildas World Cup bandwagon
The Matildas' superstar captain Sam Kerr has retired tennis star Ash Barty in their corner ahead of their Women's World Cup tilt on home soil.
Cameron Smith inspiring Aussie golf as he defends crown
Australia's reigning champion Cameron Smith looks in good shape to win back-to-back British Opens when this year's tournament gets under way at Royal Liverpool.
Anzac XV with a twist part of Lions’ 2025 rugby tour
All five Australian Super Rugby clubs, as well as a combined Australia-New Zealand XV, will face the British and Irish Lions on their three-Test tour in 2025.