Slipper to captain Wallabies, Wright out injured
The Wallabies captaincy merry-go-round will continue with last week's skipper Liam Wright ruled out of the second Test against Wales due to injury.
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Swans star’s Brownlow hopes over as ban appeal fails
Sydney's Isaac Heeney is out of Brownlow Medal contention after he failed in his bid to have a one-match ban for striking St Kilda's Jimmy Webster overturned.
NSW turn on the volume to match Suncorp, Best sits out
NSW have turned to blasting the speakers at the highest decibel and playing crowd sounds to try and recreate the cauldron that is Suncorp Stadium in a decider.
NBA draft prospect Malique Lewis joins NBL’s Phoenix
Trinidad and Tobago forward Malique Lewis has joined South East Melbourne under the NBL's Next Stars program in an attempt to boost his NBA draft stock.
Recall of Maroons warrior Gagai a masterstroke: Parker
Veteran Dane Gagai has been described as the ultimate Queenslander whose return for the State of Origin decider will add passion and a winning mentality.
‘Devastated’ de Minaur could face Olympic misery too
Alex de Minaur faces the prospect of further misery after his Wimbledon heartbreak, with the Australian No.1 a major doubt for the Olympics once again.
Eagle McGovern hits the road to make it back for Simmo
Injured West Coast defender Jeremy McGovern is driving all the way from Melbourne to Perth so he can be back in time for Adam Simpson's farewell.
Slater driving Origin standards like an angry dad: Hunt
Queensland hooker Ben Hunt has revealed how Billy Slater handled the Maroons' video analysis session after the heavy loss in Origin game two.
‘Disrespectful’: Hornby says Bennett is not in charge
Wayne Bennett has rejected suggestions he has already taken over South Sydney, with interim Rabbitohs mentor Ben Hornby labelling the claims as disrespectful.
Swans to contest Brownlow contender Heeney’s AFL ban
Isaac Heeney could yet remain in Brownlow Medal contention as Sydney prepare to challenge the superstar's one-match ban for striking St Kilda's Jimmy Webster.
Freo skipper Alex Pearce in line for shock early return
Fremantle defender Alex Pearce's recovery from a fractured forearm is going so well that he could return in Saturday's clash with Hawthorn in Launceston.
Bombers wary of Demons, even without Max Gawn
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin is considering his ruck options with Max Gawn out of the clash with Essendon, while Bombers coach Brad Scott is wary.
Why Queensland jeers won’t stop NSW’s back-fence Spence
Queensland have been warned against trying to put Spencer Leniu off his Origin game, with teammate Liam Martin saying it'll only make the NSW prop run harder.
Foran to go into 17th NRL season, Aloiai stays at Manly
Kieran Foran will join Ben Hunt as the only NRL players from the first decade of the 2000s still in the NRL next season, after re-signing with Gold Coast.
Off-contract Oates faces uncertain future at Broncos
Brisbane winger Corey Oates is yet to start talks with the NRL club for a new deal but explains why the Broncos will always hold a special place in his heart.
Meares satisfied with Paris security ahead of Olympics
Australia's Olympic team boss Anna Meares is confident security plans by the French authorities will keep athletes safe after riots broke out in Paris.
Miller’s time comes as Wallaroos dream of NZ upset
Wallaroos try-scoring machine Desiree Miller's feats have sparked confidence as the side fronts up to a New Zealand team they haven't beaten in 25 attempts.
AFL coaching rivals join forces to praise Adam Simpson
Eagles coach Adam Simpson has endured a tough ride over the past two-and-a-half years, but he leaves the club as one of the most respected figures in the AFL.
Ponga a risk but Suncorp is Maroons 14th man: Bennett
Wayne Bennett says the selection of "wonderful" Kalyn Ponga is a risk for the State of Origin decider but insists Suncorp Stadium is the ace up Maroons' sleeve.
Fitness fear overshadows De Minaur’s Djokovic showdown
As Alex de Minaur prepares for the biggest match of his career, a Wimbledon quarter-final against Novak Djokovic, concern grows over the Australian's fitness.
Jack’s journey from doping nightmare to Olympic dream
Australian swimmer Shayna Jack details her journey from a doping nightmare to an Olympic dream.
Foran to play into 17th NRL season with new Titans deal
Kieran Foran will join Ben Hunt as the only NRL player from the first decade of the 2000s still in the NRL next season, after re-signing with Gold Coast.
Olakau’atu concedes Maguire was right to drop him
Haumole Olakau'atu has declared Mitchell Barnett a man made for State of Origin, conceding it was the right call for the Warriors lock to claim his NSW jersey.
‘We go pretty hard’: Lions’ AFLW pre-season warning
Defending AFLW premiers Brisbane Lions want to raise the bar this season and captain Bre Koenen has the black eye to prove it.
Goodwin weighs up ruck replacement for ‘ambitious’ Gawn
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin is considering handing an AFL debut to Will Verrall or club debut to Tom Fullarton, with Max Gawn out of the clash with Essendon.
Latrell ‘not too sore’, as Souths hold hope for return
South Sydney insist Jye Gray's move to fullback to replace Latrell Mitchell won't force changes in their game as they attempt a late surge into the NRL finals.
Breakers heading back to US for NBA pre-season games
The New Zealand Breakers will represent the NBL in two exhibition games against NBA opposition in October, taking on the Utah Jazz and Oklahoma City Thunder.
Brownlow contender Heeney fails to overturn ban
Sydney superstar Isaac Heeney is ineligible for the Brownlow Medal after failing to overturn his one-game ban at the AFL tribunal for striking.
Greyhounds boss resigns after damning vet report
The chief of Greyhound Racing NSW has resigned after the industry's top vet wrote a scathing report alleging poor animal welfare practices.
Gray to fill Latrell void as Souths delay surgery call
Jye Gray will step in to replace Latrell Mitchell, who hopes to play for South Sydney later this year after the club opted against sending him for an operation.
Axed Eagles coach Adam Simpson weighs up farewell game
West Coast have named assistant Jarrad Schofield as the club's interim coach after announcing their intention to part ways with Adam Simpson.