St Kilda’s Webster cops landmark seven-game AFL ban
St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster has been hit with the longest AFL suspension since 2018 after receiving a seven-game ban for his high bump on Jy Simpkin.
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Clarkson under AFL scrutiny for ‘inappropriate’ comment
Alastair Clarkson has been issued a "please explain" by the AFL for an outburst towards two St Kilda players that allegedly included a homophobic slur.
Future uncertain as Raiders stalwarts enter new season
Canberra duo Elliott Whitehead and Josh Papali'i could be heading into their final NRL season, as a new generation of Raiders continue to stake their claim.
Matildas star Kerr didn’t tell FA of harassment charge
Matildas captain Sam Kerr didn't tell Football Australia of her racial harassment charge, or her court appearance, says FA chief James Johnson.
Fiji could follow USA in hosting NRL match in 2025
Melbourne are eying off playing a historic regular-season NRL game in Fiji in 2025, and are set to open talks with rivals and head office about the proposal.
Leniu charged by NRL, players clash over alleged slur
Brisbane and Sydney Roosters players have had a heated exchange at their Las Vegas hotel as Spencer Leniu is charged by the NRL for an alleged racial slur.
Roar’s Den and Wanderers’ RBB walk out in ALM
Brisbane Roar's The Den supporter group has staged an ALM walkout, less than 24 hours after Western Sydney counterparts did the same after police clashes.
Pucovski’s future in doubt after another head knock
Star Victorian batter Will Pucovski's future is in doubt again after being felled by a bouncer in the Sheffield Shield clash in Tasmania.
Saints’ Webster in trouble for high bump on Simpkin
St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster sparked a huge melee with his high bump on Jy Simpkin in the Saints' AFL practice match win over North Melbourne at RSEA Park.
Japan’s Takahiro Hataji has won the New Zealand Open
Takahiro Hataji from Japan has hung tough to beat Australian Scott Hend by one shot and win the New Zealand Open.
De Minaur retains Mexican Open title with Ruud victory
Australia's Alex de Minaur is the first player to successfully defend the Mexican Open title in more than a decade, outclassing Casper Ruud in the final.
Leniu accused of racial slur, placed on report
Spencer Leniu has been accused of a racial slur by Brisbane star Ezra Mam, with the Sydney Roosters recruit placed on report in Las Vegas.
Hannah Green joins golf greats with fifth LPGA Tour win
Hannah Green has joined an elite group of five Australians to win five times on the LPGA Tour with a thrilling victory at the HSBC Women's World Championship.
NRL’s brutality on show in USA as Roosters stun Broncos
The Sydney Roosters have scored an upset in Las Vegas, barging past Brisbane for a 20-10 win to close out the NRL's bold venture to the USA.
Crows’ injured Thilthorpe to miss start of AFL season
A knee injury suffered in Adelaide's final practice match has sidelined emerging forward Riley Thilthorpe, who will miss the start of the AFL season.
NRL channel Mahomes, Gronkowski to win in Las Vegas
There were throwbacks to Patrick Mahomes and Ron Gronkowski as the NRL drew in 40,706 fans to make their first trip to Las Vegas an early success.
Snapshot of round 18 of the A-League Women season
A look at round 18 of the A-League Women competition where Hannah Keane and Western United extended their rampage while Melbourne City's slide continued.
Reds suffer heartbreak with extra time Hurricanes loss
Queensland have suffered a heart-breaking 38-33 loss to the Hurricanes in extra time in their Super Rugby Pacific clash in Melbourne to wrap up Super Round.
Rojas stars as Roar beat Victory 3-2, Den walks out
Brisbane Roar kept their A-League Men finals hopes alive with a 3-2 win over Melbourne Victory as veteran Marco Rojas scored a double.
Newman embraces hype as Blues launch AFL flag tilt
Carlton head back to the Gabba for an AFL opening-round showdown with Brisbane, eager to live up to the hype around their 2024 premiership chances.
Giants’ AFL flag quest more than beating Magpies
GWS coach Adam Kingsley gets the appeal of the Giants' opening-round clash with Collingwood, but the big picture is way more than beating the reigning premiers.
Perth Lynx douse Townsville Fire to reach WNBL decider
Perth Lynx have toppled defending champions Townsville Fire to advance to the WNBL grand final, where they will meet the Southside Flyers or Melbourne Boomers.
Inglis stars as WA squeeze Queensland at the WACA
WA have the chance to shoot up to second on the Sheffield Shield table after edging closer to victory in their match against Queensland in Perth.
Pressure builds on Melbourne City after winless streak
Melbourne City coach Aurelio Vidmar is feeling the heat after a barren stretch, while fan walkouts in Sydney and Brisbane rocked round 19 of the A-League Men.
Titans owner praises Des Hasler for transforming team
Gold Coast Titans co-owner Darryl Kelly explains why he went hard for Des Hasler as head coach and why he has been a game-changer for the entire organisation.
NRL enjoys opening-night reviews as 2025 plans start
The NRL's opening night in Las Vegas has been warmly received by local media critics, with the biggest challenge now deciding which teams take part in 2025.
Broncos won’t blame different field for clunky attack
Teams were made to play on a field of slightly different dimensions during the NRL's Las Vegas trip but Brisbane won't blame foreign conditions for their loss.
Eels forward Hopgood on cusp of Maroons debut: Miles
It's a big year for Parramatta forward J'maine Hopgood who Queensland selector Gene Miles says has been identified as a Maroons player for a long time.
Conflict forces Socceroos-Lebanon clash to Canberra
The Socceroos will play as the away team in Canberra after their World Cup qualifier against Lebanon was relocated due to the Middle East conflict.
Sua Fa’alogo re-signs with Storm until 2028
Melbourne excitement machine Sua Fa'alogo has extended his stay at Storm until the end of 2028 where the 20-year-old will complement No.1 Ryan Papenhuyzen.
Penrith on precipice of greatness in Australian sport
Penrith have several challengers standing between them and an NRL four-peat, but another title this year would break records in 21st-century Australian sport.