Court denounces ‘hateful’ soccer match Nazi salutes
Three Croatian men have been convicted and fined after separately making '"unacceptable" Nazi salutes during the 2022 Australia Cup soccer final.
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Suaalii’s immediate NSW career all but over after plea
Blues centre Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has accepted a four-match ban for the shot that knocked out Queensland's Reece Walsh in the State of Origin series opener.
Tevita Pangai Jr to make NRL comeback with Dolphins
After quitting the sport last year, Tevita Pangai Jr will make his NRL comeback with the Dolphins for the rest of 2024, reuniting with mentor Wayne Bennett.
Storm stars look to inspire Rebels to Super final upset
Storm star Christian Welch has used Queensland's unlikely 2020 State of Origin series win to try to inspire the Melbourne Rebels in their first Super final.
Three new faces as Diamonds plot more World Cup glory
Goalkeeper Ash Ervin and midcourters Georgie Horjus and Hannah Mundy are the new faces for the Diamonds, who will defend their Netball World Cup title in 2027.
Demon can’t wait for grass attack and Olympic assault
Australian star Alex de Minaur has enjoyed new-found confidence on clay courts after his Paris run - and will be back to shoot for double gold at the Olympics.
Lions’ midfield find form in mauling of Bulldogs
Brisbane's midfield fired and Eric Hipwood kicked an equal-career high six goals to lift the Lions to a 43-point win over the Western Bulldogs.
The Townsville Redemption: Sky Blues eye Origin III
NSW will head to Townsville for the women's State of Origin decider with memories of last year's second interstate game still fresh in their memories.
Richmond prepare to celebrate shy icon Martin
Richmond coach Adem Yze says his club won't shy away from the magnitude of Dustin Martin's looming 300th AFL match.
Arnold laments unsafe pitch as Socceroos switch focus
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold and striker Kusini Yengi lamented a "dangerous" pitch in Bangladesh ahead of a tight turnaround to their next World Cup qualifier.
Socceroos scrap out 2-0 qualifying win over Bangladesh
The Socceroos have huffed and puffed their way to a scrappy 2-0 Asian World Cup qualifying win over Bangladesh in hot and humid Dhaka.
Queensland level women’s series in Origin II thriller
Queensland have levelled the inaugural three-match women's State of Origin series after Lauren Brown kicked a field goal that sealed their 11-10 defeat of NSW.
Netball World Cup receives $6 million funding boost
Australia will defend its No.1 status at the 2027 Netball World Cup, with the federal government announcing $6 million in funding for the Sydney tournament.
Fullback Sloan signs new two-year deal with Dragons
Tyrell Sloan has signed a new two-year deal at St George Illawarra in a major boost for the rebuilding NRL club.
Sydney’s McCartin returns, Cats’ Dangerfield still out
Sydney have named key defender Tom McCartin to return against Geelong, a month after his latest concussion, while Patrick Dangerfield won't play.
AFL coaches pleased with holding-the-ball clarification
AFL officials have given clubs greater clarity on the holding-the-ball rule tweak, a move applauded by coaches Michael Voss, Brad Scott and Alastair Clarkson.
Benji hopes holiday a turning point for tired Tigers
The refreshed Wests Tigers hope to turn their flailing NRL season around when they take on St George Illawarra after a much-needed bye week.
Mixed emotions as Melbourne prepare for Super final
An emotional Melbourne Rebels are hoping to extend their existence beyond Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final clash with the Hurricanes.
Reds alert for Chiefs’ kicking prowess in Super finals
The Queensland Reds want to avoid a repeat of 2023's Super Rugby quarter-final when they scored more tries than the Chiefs but were beaten by penalty goals.
Clarkson reveals Hawks stress behind bench outburst
Alastair Clarkson continues to work on controlling his emotions after avoiding AFL sanction for his outburst during North Melbourne's loss to Port Adelaide.
Saints coach feels for suspended Eagles young gun
A careless tackle should not rule out a player from winning the AFL's Rising Star award, St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says.
Fagan bullish, but says Lions must kick straighter
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says goalkicking has been a glaring problem ahead of their must-win game on Friday night against the Western Bulldogs.
Dearden cements Origin credentials in DCE masterclass
Tom Dearden is one of the NRL's most exciting young playmakers, but his maturity in the Maroons' demolition of NSW shows why he will be a future Origin leader.
Josh Hannay could be new Eels coach: J’maine Hopgood
Parramatta forward J'maine Hopgood says Maroons and Cronulla assistant Josh Hannay would be a strong hire as the Eels look to fill their head-coaching role.
Thurston accuses Blues of ‘putting target’ on Walsh
Queensland legends Johnathan Thurston and Nate Myles have savaged NSW after Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was sent off for a high shot that concussed Reece Walsh.
Stoinis fires in Australia’s T20 World Cup win v Oman
Allrounder Marcus Stoinis has starred with bat and ball to help deliver Australia a 39-run win in their Twenty20 World Cup opener against Oman.
‘Am I in trouble?’: Hammer strikes after Slater chat
Queensland hat-trick hero Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow thought he was in for a dressing-down when coach Billy Slater came on the field to talk to him during Origin I.
De Minaur’s brave Paris bid ended by resilient Zverev
Alex de Minaur's French Open adventure is over after the Australian star was beaten in straight sets in the quarter-final by Alexander Zverev.
DCE, Slater warn Blues that Origin best is yet to come
Queensland coach Billy Slater and team veterans are looking for vast improvements for the rest of the State of Origin series despite thrashing NSW 38-10.
Teen Andreeva beats Sabalenka in French Open sensation
On a day of women's draw shocks at the French Open, 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva has caused the biggest sensation by knocking out world No.2 Aryna Sabalenka.
Edwards injury, Hynes form a selection headache for NSW
Nicho Hynes' tough night for NSW will mean Blues coach Michael Maguire is considering the make-up of his side with the series on the line.