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Top side Swans overrun injury-ravaged Bulldogs in AFL
Chad Warner has starred as Sydney broke clear in the third term at Marvel Stadium against the Western Bulldogs, who lost three players to injury.
Jack Bird leaves on medi-cab as Bulldogs slay Dragons
Canterbury have cruised to a big win over St George Illawarra after the Dragons lost Jack Bird, who needed to leave the field on a medi-cab.
Yeo back for Eagles, Magpies make five changes
Elliot Yeo will reunite with Harley Reid after the West Coast veteran was named to return for the AFL clash with the Crows at Adelaide Oval.
Montemurro focused on All Stars, not Matildas hopes
Top Australian coach Joe Montemurro is adamant contending for the Matildas job isn't on his radar as he focuses on leading the A-League Women All Stars.
Fresh blow for NSW as Souths star battles calf trouble
Cody Walker looked to be one of few strong halves options available to NSW for the State of Origin series opener, but his fitness is now in doubt.
Origin fight for NSW nines, Payten backs Dearden recall
NSW hooking contenders Reece Robson and Api Koroisau do battle in Townsville as North Queensland co-captain Tom Dearden edges closer to a Queensland recall.
Titans spine a long-term home for committed Brimson
Gold Coast's representative fullback AJ Brimson has extended his NRL contract by a further four years, keeping him at the Titans until at least 2030.
Warriors’ Fonua-Blake stood down after sheds walkout
Prop Addin Fonua-Blake has been disciplined for leaving the changing rooms early after the Warriors' Magic Round win, and will not play against the Dolphins.
Out-of-form Giants still have sights on flag: Kingsley
Coach Adam Kingsley remains bullish on Greater Western Sydney's chances of defeating AFL heavyweights Geelong at home and keeping their flag campaign on track.
Brisbane prop Jensen emerges as Maroons bolter
Brisbane prop Corey Jensen is a chance of being called into the Queensland squad for the opening match of the State of Origin series.
Hopoates to set new record with Lehi handed Manly debut
Manly coach Anthony Seibold will debut Lehi Hopoate against Melbourne, while admitting he is considering moving Tom Trbojevic out of No.1 in the long term.
Lemuelu goes from All Blacks dreamer to dancing Dolphin
Dolphins forward Connelly Lemuelu was once in the Auckland Blues system, before a twist of fate led him on a path in rugby league to the top.
Kooka-brothers to push Olympic case on Europe trip
A 22-man Kookaburras squad to tour Europe next month will be reduced to 16 for the side's Olympic hockey charge in Paris in July and August.
Socceroos’ Souttar earns chance to seal club transfer
Graham Arnold won't leave Leicester outcast Harry Souttar out of next month's Socceroos squad, insisting it's crucial the defender finds a new club.
‘Joined at the hip’ Lions will stay in den: Fagan
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is confident free agent pair Hugh McCluggage and Jarrod Berry will remain at the AFL club, with a deal to be settled shortly.
Australian Olli Hoare raring to go in stacked mile race
Australians Olli Hoare and Cameron Myers will be part of a loaded field for the Bowerman Mile this weekend in Oregon.
Aussies Gadecki and Sharma home in on French Open spots
Australians Olivia Gadecki and Astra Sharma have moved just one victory away from a coveted place in the French Open main draw.
Wallaroos seek first-ever rugby win over Black Ferns
Missing star forward Ashley Marsters, the Wallaroos need to make rugby history with a bonus-point victory over the Black Ferns to qualify for the WXV 1 series.
Sorensen happy to go middle as Penrith sign Papali’i
Penrith have sealed a three-year deal for Isaiah Papali'i, with Scott Sorensen happy to move to the middle and help replace the outgoing James Fisher-Harris.
Storm won’t risk injured star in clash with Manly
Coach Craig Bellamy says he won't be tempted to rush Jahrome Hughes back from injury to face Manly despite losing fellow Storm star half Cameron Munster.
Dragons seek consistency against patchy Bulldogs
Following a much-needed bye week, St George Illawarra are refreshed and ready to find some consistency against the equally patchy Bulldogs on Thursday.
Flag favourites Sydney ready for AFL rivals’ best
Sydney are the AFL's hottest side and are well aware they're now the hunted, with the Western Bulldogs eager to cause an upset in their round-11 opener.
Swans to appeal length of Parker’s six-game AFL/VFL ban
Sydney will appeal after Luke Parker was handed a six-game ban by the VFL Tribunal, which rules him out of an AFL return until well into July, at the earliest.
Ange soaks up special homecoming despite Spurs loss
Tottenham have marked Ange Postecoglou's hotly anticipated return to Melbourne with a loss to Newcastle United on penalties at the MCG.
‘It never stops’: no rest for busy Ange on homecoming
Ange Postecoglou will have a short break before getting into the thick of preparations for his second season at the helm of Tottenham Hotspur.
Ange, Spurs face head-spinning return to action
Less than 72 hours after finishing their Premier League campaign, Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham return to action in the Australian's home city of Melbourne.
Swans veteran Parker banned for six weeks over VFL bump
Sydney veteran Luke Parker has received a six-week ban for the bump in a VFL game that hospitalised Frankston opponent Josh Smith.
Miracle return of Bronco ‘Hulk’ Haas all about science
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has recovered from what appeared to be a serious injury last week to take his place against Gold Coast.
Exhibition matches can highlight Aus football: Ange
Tottenham and Newcastle play in Melbourne in A-League Men grand final week, but Spurs coach Ange Postecoglou believes it can help highlight the domestic game.
Blues’ injury crisis deepens as Mitch Moses ruled out
NSW Blues coach Michael Maguire's selection headache has worsened, with Parramatta half Mitch Moses denied a chance to prove his fitness against South Sydney.