Winnington & relay women in near-misses for world golds
Elijah Winnington came up short in his bid to regain his world 400m freestyle title while a shadow women's 4x100m free relay team had to settle for silver too.
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Opals coach happy to leave door open for Jackson
Lauren Jackson shocked the basketball world with her retirement announcement, but Opals coach Sandy Brondello hasn't ruled out a fifth Olympics for the legend.
Rebels recruit Salakaia-Loto back to his rugby best
A Wallabies return is the aim for Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, who says he's in great shape on and off the field as he gears up for Melbourne's Super Rugby challenge.
Manly’s Schuster bids to honour late Titmuss legacy
After being forced to recount the death of one of his best friends, Manly's Josh Schuster wants 2024 to be the year he plays with a purpose.
‘Armed’ man shot dead by police in regions
A man who allegedly pulled a firearm on police has been fatally shot by officers in a small rural town on Queensland's north coast.
Storm’s Ryles draws on rugby union connections
In his Storm return Jason Ryles has defended ex-Wallabies coach Eddie Jones for his World Cup showing while picking the brains of All Blacks mentor Wayne Smith.
Weaver wants to solve Titans’ home-grown No.7 conundrum
The Gold Coast Titans are yet to retain a successful, long-term and home-grown half for their entire career - but 20-year-old Tom Weaver wants to be the man.
Man who allegedly pulled gun on police shot dead
A man who allegedly pulled a firearm on police has been fatally shot by officers in a small rural town on Queensland's north coast.
Chiefs beat 49ers to repeat as Super Bowl champions
The Kansas City Chiefs have secured their second consecutive Super Bowl title, beating the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in overtime in Las Vegas.
Broncos duo Reynolds, Carrigan involved in scuffle
Brisbane are investigating an altercation between NRL captain Adam Reynolds and lock Pat Carrigan after vision emerged of them engaged in a night-out scuffle.
Louis Lynagh to swap Harlequins for Italy’s Benetton
Harlequins wing Louis Lynagh has announced he will join Benetton Rugby next season and looks ready to commit to Italy's national team.
Panthers out to dodge World Club Challenge ‘hangover’
Nathan Cleary says Penrith are out to avoid the "hangover" that threatened to unravel their 2023 campaign when they return to the World Club Challenge arena.
Aussie Croft super excited to tackle former teammates
Aussie Super League star Brodie Croft's first competitive match in Leeds Rhinos colours is against his former club Salford, and he can't wait for the clash.
Manly prepare to get skinny for shorter Vegas field
Manly have become the latest NRL club to move to smaller training fields as they prepare for the skinnier and shorter Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
Draper set to make return to full training for Bombers
Essendon ruckman Sam Draper is due to make his long-awaited return to main training after groin surgery, though he is no guarantee to feature in round one.
Best rejects NRL offers elsewhere to stay at Knights
NSW State of Origin centre Bradman Best has signed a new three-year deal with Newcastle, rejecting interest from rival NRL clubs to stay at the Knights.
McEvoy wins butterfly bronze at world champs
Cameron McEvoy has powered to bronze in the 50m butterfly at the world championships in Doha, on a night of near misses for the Australian team.
Reynolds, Carrigan sorry as Broncos shy away from ban
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has ruled out a club-imposed ban for Adam Reynolds and Pat Carrigan after they were caught scuffling on a night out.
‘Alarm bells’: FA vows action on ALM referee abuse
James Johnson says Football Australia won't allow constant abuse of referees to go unchecked after a recent spate of incidents in the A-League Men competition.
Browning in top shape heading into Olympic year
The Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne is an important part of Australian sprint star Rohan Browning's preparation for the Paris Olympics.
Smith-Shields puts heat on Kelly in Titans centre quest
New Gold Coast signing Harley Smith-Shields has his eye on incumbent Brian Kelly's left centre position ahead of the Titans' trial with the Dolphins.
Offside rule tweak to end Super Rugby ‘kick tennis’
The offside law will be altered in Super Rugby Pacific to discourage long-distance kicking duels and entice teams to run the ball and counterattack.
Fagan praises ‘vulnerable’ Lions in GF post-mortem
Coach Chris Fagan is proud of how his Brisbane Lions handled a "vulnerable" review of last year's heartbreaking AFL grand final loss to Collingwood.
Luciano Leilua sets sights on Cowboys NRL exit
Luciano Leilua has his sights set on a return to Sydney after his manager asked for permission to speak to rival NRL clubs.
Xavier Bartlett handed debut for T20 clash with Windies
Australia have brought in debutant paceman Xavier Bartlett and allrounder Aaron Hardie for the third and final T20 clash with the West Indies in Perth.
Zampa feels the pain as West Indies post 6-220
Australia spinner Adam Zampa finished with the worst figures of his T20I career as the West Indies went on a slogfest in the series-ending clash in Perth.
Brave Warner goes down swinging in T20 loss to Windies
The West Indies have avoided a 3-0 series whitewash after posting 6-220 and restricting Australia to 5-183 for a 37-run victory in the T20 clash in Perth.
I’m grateful for being booed: Port’s Horne-Francis
Port Adelaide's Jason Horne-Francis says being jeered by opposition fans has fast-tracked his AFL development.
Xerri named for Dogs trial in first game since drug ban
Bronson Xerri's four-year NRL exile is over after the one-time prodigy was named to return from a doping ban to line up in Canterbury's trial against Melbourne.
Sharks pack carry chip as Hamlin-Uele mulls future
Braden Hamlin-Uele admits Cronulla's pack don't believe they get the respect they deserve, as he weighs up his own future beyond the 2024 NRL season.
Breaker Abercrombie to call time on 15-year NBL career
After 15 seasons and four NBL titles with the New Zealand Breakers, Tom Abercrombie has announced his retirement at the end of this campaign.