Short stands tall again at Australian championships
Teenage star Sam Short has won the 800m freestyle title to complete a memorable treble at the Australian Swimming Championships on the Gold Coast.
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Precision, not power, key to success: LIV long-bombers
Dustin Johnson and Bryson DeChambeau, two of golf's longest hitters, say precision and not power will be key at the LIV event at the Grange course in Adelaide.
Pangai sees Wayne Bennett in Bulldogs’ coach Ciraldo
Canterbury's Tevita Pangai sees shades of Wayne Bennett in Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo, whom he backs to lead the club up the ladder after a tough start.
Niall Williams, Sonny Bill’s sister, joins NRLW Titans
Niall Williams, the sister of cross-code superstar Sonny Bill, is poised to make her NRLW debut with Gold Coast this season.
Dew’s Suns brace for Kangaroos AFL backlash
Suns coach Stuart Dew expects a "worked up" North Melbourne to present in Sunday's AFL clash on the Gold Coast.
Broncos working on Haas deal, Walters shrugs rugby off
Brisbane will use the coming weeks to finalise a contract offer for superstar prop Payne Haas, who has been linked with a move to rugby union from 2025.
Talay insists Phoenix focused on ALM finals task
Coach Ufuk Talay may be leaving at season's end but he insists Wellington's focus remains sharp as they visit Western Sydney looking to clinch a finals place.
Rebels extend coaching deals ahead of Crusaders clash
While their Super Rugby finals hopes remain in the balance, Kevin Foote and his assistant coaches Tim Sampson and Geoff Parling have been backed with new deals.
Dolphins future sorted, Hammer targets Maroons recall
Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow says mutual trust with coach Wayne Bennett is behind his stellar NRL season start as he welcomes a contract extension.
Swans ready to put grand final nightmare behind them
Sydney are set to play Geelong for the first time since their AFL grand final humbling, but their skipper says that defeat won't be on their minds.
Ex-Geelong star Gary Ablett Sr sues AFL ‘for millions’
An Australian Rules football legend is the latest player to sue the AFL for damages over concussion injuries he sustained while playing.
Taylor gives Warner three Tests, wants Bancroft on tour
Mark Taylor wants Cameron Bancroft or Matt Renshaw to be Australia's back-up Ashes openers, while calling for David Warner to be given three Tests to perform.
Clarkson says AFL tackle crackdown changing the game
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says players could soon be stopped from pinning opponents' arms in tackles amid the AFL crackdown.
Embarrassment helps Sharks rediscover NRL steel
Braden Hamlin-Uele wants to keep carrying Cronulla forward after bouncing back from one of the worst losses of his career.
Italiano to step up as Wellington Phoenix’s ALM coach
Wellington have announced Ufuk Talay's replacement as head coach, confirming the promotion of his Phoenix assistant Giancarlo Italiano.
Clarkson says Kangaroos need stability in defence
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says personnel changes haven't helped their defensive set-up but they must beat Gold Coast in the midfield this week.
Storm on guard for Johnson-led Warriors in Anzac clash
Cameron Munster says Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson is playing with confidence, making him extra dangerous as Melbourne prepare to host the Anzac Day clash.
He makes me better: Cleary’s Origin six case for Luai
Nathan Cleary has indicated he hopes Jarome Luai keeps his NSW No.6 jersey, arguing his Penrith teammate makes him a better player.
Tarryn Thomas returns to North via VFL program
Tarryn Thomas's AFL career is hanging in the balance but North Melbourne have permitted him to return to training with their VFL team.
Carter Gordon finds keys, form in World Cup audition
Eddie Jones' "live rugby" Wallabies offence was on full display on the second day of their Gold Coast training camp and Carter Gordon was central to it.
Western Force bank on home boost for late finals charge
The Western Force haven't played at home in more than a month and will be aiming to snap a four-match losing run when they host the Highlanders in Perth.
Broncos can go all the way: Capewell’s bold prediction
Brisbane welcome back winger Corey Oates from a broken jaw and Tom Flegler from concussion when they take on Parramatta in the NRL match in Darwin on Friday.
Giants confident swingman Himmelberg will re-sign
GWS restricted free agent Harry Himmelberg is expected to attract interest from other AFL clubs but coach Adam Kingsley is confident he will remain a Giant.
Walker axed, Crichton returns in Roosters shake-up
Halfback Sam Walker has been demoted to reserve grade as the Sydney Roosters seek to get their NRL season back on track.
Ponga back for Knights, Tigers overhaul backline
Kalyn Ponga has been named to make his comeback at No.6 for Newcastle, while Wests Tigers will blood a debutant fullback amid an overhaul of their NRL team.
Ryles, Hornby touted as Dragons mull NRL coach options
St George Illawarra directors have opted against making a final decision on coach Anthony Griffin, as potential replacements get the backing of rival players.
Jack, Short impress on day two of Aust Championships
Shayna Jack has made amends for her loss in the women's 100m freestyle by winning the 50m event, while Sam Short has taken out the 1500m in style.
Tallis ‘rag doll’ Origin moment drives young Titan Haas
Young Titans forward Klese Haas aspires to have a big moment in a big game ahead of the clash with the Dolphins to replicate a Gorden Tallis Origin incident.
Penrith is my home: NRL star Jarome Luai
Five-eighth Jarome Luai is keen to remain with the Panthers beyond the end of his current contract, declaring he feels at home with Penrith.
Cleary kicks against NRL golden-point change
Data has shown any change to the NRL's points system for extra-time matches would be close to meaningless, with Nathan Cleary warning against any shift.
Warner in Ashes squad, not locked in for selection
Selectors have confirmed David Warner will open for Australia in the World Test Championship final but will not guarantee his spot for the Ashes series opener.