Rising star leads Matildas to victory in injury return
Caitlyn Foord and Amy Sayer starred as the Matildas sent off interim coach Tom Sermanni with a convincing win over Argentina in Canberra.
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Super Emerson Jones flies the flag for Aussie juniors
Emerson Jones has ensured Australian tennis still has the chance of rare French Open success as the world's No.2 junior progressed to the girls' second round.
Koloamatangi ready for Origin after Blues injury blow
Keaon Koloamatangi says he's better prepared for Origin than he was in his NSW debut, having entered the reckoning after the Blues suffered an injury setback.
‘Hole in my face’: Donoghoe nose best after doc’s fix
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Olympian’s tragic loss fuels NRL switch with Dragons
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Young gun Bombers goalsneak told to defend first
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Socceroos search for a hero as date with destiny looms
The Socceroos could be just one win away from securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup, and the players are drawing on feats from the past to inspire them.
Brumbies want Lions share of Wallabies selection
Ahead of their Super Rugby Pacific qualifying final, the Brumbies believe they should be rewarded at the Wallabies selection table as Australia's top team.
‘Broncos in his blood’: Haas manager predicts next step
Ahmad Merhi, the manager of Payne Haas, has revealed why money won't be the key factor in his next contract.
Lions boss to join ‘mothership’ in AFL shake-up
A renowned administrator of AFL clubs is joining the league's headquarters as part of an executive reshuffle.
High-flying Crows brace for acid test against Brisbane
Adelaide forward Alex Neal-Bullen says the Crows' blockbuster against the Brisbane Lions is an opportunity for them to display a new-found maturity.
Boxing great’s advice in ‘threat’ Opetaia’s title chase
On the cusp of making boxing history, Terence Crawford has explained what's stopping Jai Opetaia make some of his own and how he can overcome it.
‘It will be weird’: Cleary eyes first clash with Luai
Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai formed an imperious halves pairing at Penrith but will square up against each other for the first time at NRL level in round 14.
Wilson in frame as Reds assess injury damage for finals
The Queensland Reds will likely be without a concussed flyhalf for their Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final but hope remains over their Wallabies skipper.
Manly must overcome grim statistic to beat Broncos
A damning stat will have Manly concerned heading into their vital round-13 clash against Brisbane.
AFLW players’ fixture pleas fall on deaf ears
The AFL Players Association has expressed concern over elements of the new AFLW fixture, revealing key requests had been overlooked by league officials.
Storm star set to miss Titans after ugly Origin outing
Battling Queensland hooker Harry Grant is set to be rested from Melbourne's match against Gold Coast, with a lack of game time due to injury taking a toll.
Who is Arthur Diles? Victory wildcard’s unique journey
Arthur Diles has traced a unique journey to the top of the A-League Men competition and is ready to make more history with Melbourne Victory.
Galvin released by Tigers as NRL probe Bulldogs video
It has been a far from smooth exit from Wests Tigers for teenage gun Lachlan Galvin, who is already under the spotlight at the Bulldogs.
How young Dockers midfielder is coping with the trolls
Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson is only three years into his AFL career but he's already experienced the sad world of online trolling.
Tennis star Liberal MP denies taxpayer-funded car rort
Deputy state Liberal leader Sam Groth has come under internal fire over accusations of improperly using a colleague's taxpayer-funded chauffeured car.
Struggling Saints aim to stay the course in AFL storm
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says Melbourne's recovery from their poor start to the season shows what is possible when a team keeps its focus sharp.
Restocked Reds prepped for ‘do or die’ footy
The return of another Test talent has steeled the Reds, who are adamant they can defy a poor record against top-four sides and make a Super Rugby finals run.
‘Spread his wings’: Wallabies coach on Cleary switch
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has weighed in on the prospect of a Nathan Cleary code switch, and celebrated the decision of an "integral" playmaker to stay put.
Brumbies denied by Crusaders in Canberra battle
The Brumbies' hopes of finishing in the Super Rugby top two for the first time since 2004 have been spoiled by the Crusaders, who won a tense match in Canberra.
O’Brien defends Ponga resting as Dragons down Knights
Kalyn Ponga didn't back up when Newcastle needed him most as the Knights succumbed to a 20-6 defeat at the hands of St George Illawarra.
Debutant’s goal helps Matildas past incensed Argentina
The Matildas have celebrated interim coach Tom Sermanni's 150th game by beating Argentina 2-0 in Melbourne, with debutant Kahli Johnson scoring.
Popyrin makes Aussies smile in Paris after Demon exit
Australian hope Alexei Popyrin has made it into the last-16 of the French Open for the first time at Roland Garros without dropping a set.
Hawks given ‘reality check’ as coach questions players
Hawthorn will have to "bring their mouthguards" to training after losing the tackle count by 44 in a 51-point smashing to Collingwood.
Knights blast ‘ridiculous’ draw as ban looms for prop
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has pulled no punches as he hit out at the NRL's uneven scheduling, while the club now risk losing a star to a long ban.