Demons AFLW star Harris to have shoulder scans
Melbourne AFLW star Tayla Harris suffered a "flare-up" of her left shoulder against Geelong but coach Mick Stinear says the Demons didn't risk her.
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Walters out of answers for Broncos woes after failure
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters says the players must learn key lessons about what it means to play for the Broncos after their end-of-season capitulation.
Fitzgibbon voices fears of NRL crackdown before finals
The spotlight is on high tackles for a second straight week in the NRL, with Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon fearing a crackdown is in action.
Hore stars, Harris injured as AFLW Dees beat Cats
Melbourne have beaten Geelong by two points in their AFLW season opener, with captain Kate Hore starring but forward Tayla Harris re-injuring her shoulder.
Touch footy zone gives Johnson perfect final NRL play
Shaun Johnson has set up a try with his last touch in the NRL to lead the Warriors to a thrilling 30-28 comeback win over his former club Cronulla.
Clifford ‘shattered’ over DQ, de Rozario gets bronze
Visually-impaired runner Jaryd Clifford has been disqualified over a violation of guide rules which has denied the Australian a bronze medal in the 5000m.
Dolphins smash woeful Broncos to move into eighth
The Dolphins have walloped a pathetic Brisbane 40-6 to go eighth on the ladder and send the finals hopes of their cross-town rivals into oblivion.
Wardlaw shines as Saints beat Suns in AFLW
Star forward Jesse Wardlaw has dominated across the ground as well as close to goal to help fire St Kilda to a 54-point win over Gold Coast.
Star Demon Christian Petracca to stay at Melbourne
Melbourne star Christian Petracca says he will remain at the Demons, bringing to an end weeks of speculation over the disgruntled AFL star's future.
Flanagan slams ‘terrible’ Dragons, walks out of presser
St George Illawarra's late comeback could not prevent Parramatta from holding on for a four-point win that has significant implications on the top-eight race.
Sickening clash of heads rattled Bombers in AFLW loss
A nasty collision that concussed Essendon forward Amber Clarke and injured skipper Bonnie Toogood has overshadowed Fremantle's win over the Bombers.
Canberra lose Fogarty for crucial Roosters clash
Canberra's faint finals hopes have taken a hit with halfback Jamal Fogarty ruled out of their must-win clash with the Sydney Roosters due to a hamstring strain.
Records fall as Giants storm to AFLW win over Bulldogs
Alyce Parker and Zarlie Goldsworthy put on a dominant display to help fire GWS to a monster 63-point AFLW victory over a new-look Western Bulldogs.
Aussie teen lights up 200m final at world junior champs
Australian sprinters Gout Gout and Torrie Lewis have produced eye-catching performances to win silver in the 200m at the world junior championships.
NRLW’s Sharks win eighth in a row, Eels lose star lock
NRLW log-leaders Cronulla have continued their winning ways with a defeat of Gold Coast, before Parramatta lost a star player in their loss to the Dragons.
Aussie Popyrin stuns Djokovic to make US Open’s last 16
Alexei Popyrin has stormed into the US Open's last 16 after becoming the first Australian in 18 years to beat history-chasing Novak Djokovic at a grand slam.
Carlton’s Docherty firms for shock finals comeback
Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has no doubt Sam Docherty is ready to return from a knee reconstruction for the Blues' elimination final against Brisbane.
Halves hell: Newcastle’s big barrier to NRL finals
The Knights' ever-changing halves pairings mean they must defy the odds to make the NRL finals, with no combination lasting more than four straight games.
Bulldogs centre Xerri facing ban for hip-drop tackle
Canterbury centre Bronson Xerri has been hit with a minimum of a one-game ban for a hip-drop tackle that left Manly flyer Jason Saab with an ankle injury.
Petricola stars as Aussie clinch velodrome medals
Emily Petricola is a back-to-back Paralympic gold medallist after leading Australia's dominance at the velodrome alongside Korey Boddington.
Trbojevic avoids immediate surgery, Brooks not banned
Manly star Tom Trbojevic has been told he does not need immediate surgery on a grade-three AC joint tear in his shoulder, and he will be able to play finals.
Robinson unhappy with length of NRL high-tackle bans
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson believes Jared Waerea-Hargreaves' three-game high-tackle ban is disproportionate, as his club fight for a top-two spot.
Tyrone Munro did his family proud: Rabbitohs
South Sydney have praised teenaged winger Tyrone Munro for lining up against Penrith only two days after the death of his mother.
Jarome Luai stars as Panthers book top-four spot
Penrith have allayed concerns of a form slump on the run to the NRL finals, easing past South Sydney to book their top-four spot at Penrith Park.
Manly star hurt in win but tipped to play finals
Manly star Tom Trbojevic is expected to play again in the NRL finals, after suffering a shoulder injury in the Sea Eagles' dominant 32-22 win over Canterbury.
Bennett compares dawn of Dolphins to Broncos beginnings
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says the club has already been a success and has laid a foundation for the type of prosperity he enjoyed at Brisbane.
New netball faces as Diamonds prepare for England Tests
Goalkeeper Rudi Ellis, wing attack Georgie Horjus and defender Ash Ervin are hoping to make their Diamonds netball Test debut in next month's England series.
Fast healing powers of Haas gives Broncos finals boost
Payne Haas has a history of fast recovery and feats of endurance and his return early against the Dolphins has come at just the right time for Brisbane.
Aussies set 200m pace at world junior athletics
Torrie Lewis and 16-year-old Queenslander Gout Gout are the fastest qualifiers in the 200 metres, while Tryphena Hewett has won Australia's fourth junior medal.
Mentorship, magic and more: How Johnson changed the NRL
Shaun Johnson's legacy stretches beyond the highlight reels, and even beyond New Zealand. Benji Marshall and Braydon Trindall explain how he changed the game.
Robertson still committed to Socceroos: Arnold
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is confident Alex Robertson will remain loyal to Australia after being left out of the latest World Cup qualification squad.