Thompson knocked out by British No.1 Norrie
Jordan Thompson's Wimbledon preparations have taken a knock after he was beaten in three sets at Queen's Club by Cameron Norrie.
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Dukes ball could help end Test stalemates – Healy
It is usually Australia's men's biggest challenge in England, but Alyssa Healy hopes the Dukes ball can help her side force a result in the women's Ashes.
Fittler uncertain on future, Slater defends NSW coach
Brad Fittler isn't considering his future as coach yet after NSW dropped consecutive State of Origin series by falling at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday.
Chris Scott confident Geelong can revive flag defence
Ahead of his 300th game as Geelong coach, Chris Scott remains confident the Cats can turn around their faltering premiership defence.
Luai receives death threats over Origin headbutting
Jarome Luai and Reece Walsh became entangled in a fracas during the second State of Origin game that resulted in the NSW five-eighth receiving death threats.
Nate’s mate: Collins credits Myles for Origin stunner
Lindsay Collins has known Queensland great Nate Myles since he was a lad, and credits their connection for helping drive his Origin II man of the match display.
Cook to centre always the injury plan for NSW: Fittler
Damien Cook's move to centre in case of injury was always part of the plan, NSW coach Brad Fittler says, despite the hooker's struggles replacing Tom Trbojevic.
Munster targets 3-0 to give NSW ‘a terrible time’
The Maroons have been challenged to become the first team to complete a State of Origin clean sweep since 2010 with Cameron Munster keen to whitewash the Blues.
Hobart festivalgoers, Antarctic crew take icy dip
Hobart winter festival Dark Mofo has held its annual naked winter solstice swim, while Australia's expeditioners in Antarctica took their own icy plunge.
Hunt poised to back up Origin win amid Dragons turmoil
Just days after publicly asking to be released from his contract with St George Illawarra, Ben Hunt is expected to line up for the Dragons against the Warriors.
‘Winner’ Hasler is new Titans coach, club quiet on Hunt
Gold Coast have parted ways with Justin Holbrook, effective immediately, and have appointed Des Hasler as the NRL club's coach from 2024.
Zorko out as Lions’ McCluggage returns to face Saints
Dayne Zorko will miss another week with a calf injury but star midfielder Hugh McCluggage returns as the Brisbane Lions face top-four hopefuls St Kilda.
Suspended Hawk Sicily set for stint in coaches’ box
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell plans to bring captain James Sicily into the coaches' box for his three games under suspension.
Whitelock back for Crusaders in Super Rugby final
The Crusaders have been boosted by the return of All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock from injury for Saturday's Super Rugby final against the ladder-topping Chiefs.
‘Crazy what I learned’: Nanai credits Slater video tips
Queensland's Jeremiah Nanai says a phone call from coach Billy Slater and a 30-minute video session gave him the tools to fire on his Origin recall.
‘I want the 10 jersey’: Cooper set for Wallabies recall
Ten months after rupturing his Achilles, veteran five-eighth Quade Cooper is ready to make his second Wallabies comeback in the lead up to the Rugby World Cup.
Supercars trigger parity review as Chevrolet dominates
Supercars officials have triggered a parity review to identify and evaluate any imbalances between the new Gen 3 Ford's and Chevrolet's.
Labuschagne loses top spot in ICC batting rankings
Marnus Labuschagne's rare double-failure at Edgbaston has cost him No.1 spot in the ICC rankings, with Steve Smith and Travis Head bumped out of the top three.
Ex-NBA assistant Abdelfattah is Kings’ new coach
Back-to-back NBL champions the Sydney Kings have unveiled former Houston Rockets assistant Mahmoud Abdelfattah as their new head coach.
Storm skipper Welch’s words of wisdom for Jennings
Winger George Jennings says Storm captain Christian Welch, who was also in the rehab ward, helped with his frustratingly long recovery from knee surgery.
Blues plot northern ambush in women’s Origin decider
NSW coach Kylie Hilder says there's been zero talk of aggregate score in State of Origin camp this week as her Blues plot a series win on enemy soil.
Jed Anderson takes personal leave from Gold Coast
Suns midfielder Jed Anderson is yet to notch an AFL game in 2023, and the ex-Kangaroo's hopes of playing this season appear slim after taking personal leave.
Speedy Hamiso the gift that will keep giving: Fabri
Maroons centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has been likened to the great David Peachey and sprint coach Roger Fabri says he's 'not touching the surface' of his talent.
Warriors play down early NRL return for Tuivasa-Sheck
Rugby union convert and former Dally M winner Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is seemingly not in the picture for a Warriors return this season, according to their coach.
Versatile Cotter a deadly tentacle in Maroons octopus
Reuben Cotter has been named on the bench for Queensland but coach Billy Slater says he could start in the back row or slot in at hooker during Origin II.
Heal given chance to shine in Opals’ Asia Cup squad
The understrength Opals are preparing for the home basketball Asia Cup in the lead up to Paris 2024, with young guns like Shyla Heal eager to prove themselves.
Copping sprays ‘the best part about Origin’: Cook
NSW aren't afraid to cop some verbal barbs as the Blues look to level the State of Origin series before a hostile Brisbane crowd at Suncorp Stadium.
No mental demons at St Kilda from 2022 fadeout: Crouch
St Kilda midfielder Brad Crouch is optimistic the Saints can start stringing together more consistent football following an inconsistent 10-week stretch.
Embarrassment can be good motivator, NSW coach Fittler
Brad Fittler says his NSW team can't afford to slip up by relaxing again if they are ahead late in State of Origin II in Brisbane on Wednesday night.
Dragons players back Flanagan amid Hunt drama
Ben Hunt may want out of St George Illawarra but teammates are looking forward to a new chapter under incoming coach Shane Flanagan.
‘Sub-par’ Canberra stadium facilities cost opportunity
The NRL thinks a new stadium should be built in Canberra's Civic area and has criticised the "sub-par" facilities at GIO Stadium in suburban Bruce.