Dockers’ state-league boost ahead of AFL decider
Fremantle's Brandon Walker and Jaeger O'Meara kept themselves in the AFL grand final mix with strong performances for Peel Thunder in the WAFL season decider.
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Knights book prelim with Penrith as Warriors fume
Newcastle have upset the Warriors in a controversy-laden 12-10 win at Eden Park to secure a preliminary final berth against NRL heavyweights Penrith.
Nation’s ‘best bathtub’ locked in for Olympic rowers
Concerns about floods, currents and crocs will not stop a state government from sending the world's best rowers to Australia's subtropics in 2032.
Neale or no Neale? Tribunal to rule on grand final ban
Brisbane will challenge Lachie Neale's one-match ban at the AFL tribunal in a bid to free the star midfielder to play in the grand final against Fremantle.
Suns surge to victory, Tigers survive Giant AFLW scare
Gold Coast have mixed style with substance to entrench themselves inside the AFLW's top eight, while Richmond hung tough to beat a resurgent GWS.
‘Screwed-over’ Aussie, Demon seal Davis Cup triumph
Alex de Minaur has sealed Australia's Davis Cup group-stage triumph after Max Purcell and Rinky Hijikata won their doubles against plucky Poland in Brisbane.
AFL bans loom for bottle-throwing Hawthorn fans
Hawthorn fans who threw bottles at umpires after a controversial finals exit face lengthy bans if identified by the AFL and Victoria Police.
‘Memory of a goldfish’: Roosters veteran’s finals key
Daly Cherry-Evans applied a key message from fictional soccer coach Ted Lasso before helping spearhead the Sydney Roosters' 46-10 finals win over Cronulla.
Surge mentality: Dockers forwards ready to stand tall
Fremantle forward Isaiah Dudley has outlined his plan to get the most out of key forwards Josh Treacy, Jye Amiss and Patrick Voss in the AFL grand final.
Magpie ‘riot’ on cards if Daicos denied Brownlow glory
Colingwood superstar Nick Daicos is the raging favourite to claim his first Brownlow Medal as the AFL's best-and-fairest player at Monday night's count.
‘Bonkers’: Lions, Hawks produce all-time AFL classic
In the midst of his devastation, Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell acknowledged their AFL preliminary final loss to Brisbane was a game for the ages.
Cox’s faith in Freo AFL list could give him last laugh
Mason Cox's declaration that Fremantle have the best list in the AFL puzzled some, but the big man may have the last laugh with the Dockers in the grand final
Wallaroos’ agony after amazing French rugby comeback
The Wallaroos will look back in frustration at a Test where they had indisciplined France at their mercy only to end up losing 29-26.
Lions star Lohmann explains going from zero to hero
After a quiet first-half, Brisbane forward Kai Lohmann turned it on during an epic third quarter to inspire the Lions to an epic preliminary-final triumph.
Beetson believers: Dolphins circle to Roosters D-day
A stellar inaugural win set the Dolphins on course to be one victory from a grand final as Sydney Roosters again loom large in a full-circle moment.
Lions lean into experience in three-peat chase
Brisbane are within touching distance of a third-straight premiership and coach Chris Fagan hopes experience holds sway in the grand final against Fremantle.
Hawks to ‘sit in anger’ after prelim final heartbreak
Hawthorn will sit in the anger and frustration of their AFL preliminary final loss to Brisbane then turn to recruiting and eyeing their 2027 tilt.
Sharks dismiss rebuild theory amid fresh finals pain
Cronulla are adamant they will be in the fight for the NRL premiership in 2027 despite undergoing an off-season roster overhaul.
Back from brink: Victoria keeper hits incredible ton
Victoria wicketkeeper Liam Blackford had a blood clot that threatened his career but his unbeaten 149 on debut inspired an amazing comeback win over Queensland.
Hugh is McClutch with match-winning goal for Lions
After battling with injuries this season, Brisbane midfielder Hugh McCluggage produced when it counted in the epic preliminary final against Hawthorn.
Roosters book prelim ticket by mauling Sharks
The Sydney Roosters will meet the Dolphins in an NRL preliminary final after beating Cronulla 46-10.
Lions break Hawk hearts to set up shot at AFL hat-trick
Brisbane will play Fremantle in next Saturday's AFL grand final after a controversial free kick was pivotal in their epic preliminary final win over Hawthorn.
Hynes’ head knock hurts as Sharks suffer same old pain
Cronulla are now one of only a few teams to have made five straight finals in the NRL era without reaching a decider, after their 46-10 loss to Sydney Roosters.
Neale stars in Lions’ prelim win after early collision
Brisbane star Lachie Neale has played a significant role in the Lions' classic AFL preliminary final win over Hawthorn after being felled at the opening bounce.
Broncos blitz Knights to set up derby preliminary final
Brisbane's trio of ex-Newcastle stars Tamika Upton, Jesse Southwell and Romy Teitzel fired in a 40-16 win to send the defending premiers into the prelim final.
Longmuir repays Freo faith with grand final appearance
Justin Longmuir has steered Fremantle into the club's second grand final, riding the coaching rollercoaster under an intense spotlight throughout his tenure.
Honours even as Demon’s crunch Davis Cup clash looms
Australia's Davis Cup hopes will hinge on a rejuvenated Alex de Minaur after a resilient Poland levelled their Brisbane tie 1-1.
Kiwi Knights ready to upset their families in Auckland
Newcastle's Kiwi contingent will go to New Zealand with one job to do, but they know a Knights win could well disappoint family and friends at Eden Park.
‘Have to step it up’: Sharks out to find another gear
Cronulla captain Blayke Brailey has challenged his Sharks to find another level to try to match the Roosters in a boom-or-bust all-Sydney NRL semi-final.
Purcell’s positive spin on ban ahead of crunch Cup tie
Max Purcell's Davis Cup return, following an 18-month doping ban, has boosted Australian spirits ahead of a crucial tie in Brisbane against Poland.
Young talent peaking at right time for Freo
Fremantle star Hayden Young is reaping the benefits of a careful management program as he sets his sets on premiership glory.