‘Hanging on’: Blues withstand Tigers’ late surge
Going in under an intense blowtorch, Carlton had plenty of nervous moments against old rivals Richmond before hanging on for their first win of the AFL season.
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Pezet stuns Broncos to inspire Eels’ comeback win
Parramatta playmaker Jonah Pezet has set up four tries and scored the sealer in a 40-32 win over Brisbane, who lost skipper Adam Reynolds to injury.
Pink Australian flag for Peppa Pig-inspired para-skier
Inspired by iconic British cartoon character Peppa Pig, Australia's youngest female winter Paralympian has backed herself as one to watch at future Games.
Tigers focus on positives from Lynch’s wayward night
Richmond spearhead Tom Lynch kicked 2.7 in a wayward performance in front of goal as the Tigers opened their AFL season with a narrow loss to Carlton.
World Cup rewards on offer for Matildas in Asian Cup
The Matildas will start as warm favourites for Friday night's Asian Cup quarter-final against North Korea, but Sam Kerr is wary of the tournament dark horse.
Unsung local and drawcard stake claims at Aussie Open
An Australian star and an unheralded compatriot are just one shot behind the leader at the midpoint of the Women's Australian Open in Adelaide.
‘Signed me 10 years ago’: Mbye honours vow to Ipswich
Moses Mbye had a decorated career in the NRL and Super League and is now captaining the Ipswich Jets after honouring "a deal" he agreed to back in 2016.
Why Eagles could be the wildcards by 2027: Worsfold
West Coast are coming off a one-win season and are set for more pain in 2026, but optimism is growing the club's rebuild is well and truly on track.
‘We can do anything’: Swans up for Lions test
Defender Nick Blakey believes a showdown with the reigning premiers is the chance for Charlie Curnow-led Sydney to show they are a genuinely good team.
Hungry Giants ready to keep proving doubters wrong
Fresh off an opening-round victory, GWS defender Lachie Whitfield is excited by what the Giants can do after being "written off" early by critics.
‘Something new’: Super Netball readies for a shake-up
This year's Commonwealth Games are looming large over the Super Netball season, which tips off on Saturday.
‘Prove a point’: Pezet lifts bar after dicing Broncos
Parramatta No.6 Jonah Pezet says he is nowhere near the finished product despite a man-of-the-match display against Brisbane, the team he will join next year.
Skye the main event on path to undisputed
Former featherweight world champion Skye Nicolson will headline a Melbourne card she expects will lead to a shot at the undisputed super bantamweight title.
Shearer, cattleman loom as next Penrith success stories
Kalani Leuluai Going and Billy Phillips both made an impression after earning a spot in Penrith's round one side that thrashed Brisbane.
Wasn’t up to standard: the Tiger with a point to prove
After a disappointing 2025 NRL campaign with Wests Tigers, star forward Royce Hunt is eager to fix his ways in the side's first match of the season.
Gutsy Gibson pushes seeded Czech star to the limit
Rising Aussie tennis star Talia Gibson has gone down swinging after a breakthrough week in California and is set to be rewarded with a rankings surge.
Tigers reward Doueihi ahead of major positional switch
Adam Doueihi is set to complete a decade of service at Wests Tigers after penning a contract extension with the NRL club.
‘Innovative’ Lions’ desperate measures revealed
Chris Fagan admits injury and suspension have emptied Brisbane's shelves of key-position players ahead of the Lions' trip to Sydney.
Trbojevic agrees to new deal as he weighs up playing on
After agreeing to a new deal with the Sea Eagles that gives him an option for 2027, Manly veteran Jake Trbojevic will continue to weigh up whether to play on.
‘Challenges’: Starless Brumbies to overcome Fiji fever
The ACT Brumbies will be without several of their stars as they aim to stay on top of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder with a win against the Fijian Drua.
‘It’s a shame’: Storm coach gets why Lomax left NRL
Craig Bellamy says the NRL has lost a great player and person in Zac Lomax to rugby, but he is not for a second blaming the State of Origin winger.
Geelong star Stengle edging closer to VFL return
There is still no definitive timeline for Tyson Stengle's return but the Geelong star is looking sharp and will make his VFL return "sooner rather than later".
Wallabies spots no incentive as Waratahs take on Reds
The Waratahs and Reds are coming off contrasting performances in Super Rugby, and plenty has changed since they met just one month ago.
Dolphins keen for 2027 showdown with Eels in Las Vegas
Parramatta have been open with the NRL about being a home team in Las Vegas in 2027 against a Queensland-based opponent, and the Dolphins are more than keen.
Brisbane’s Adam Reynolds receives positive injury news
Star halfback Adam Reynolds has been cleared of a serious rib injury, providing a boost to Brisbane's hopes of igniting their sputtering premiership defence.
Weeks until child sex-accused footy champ learns fate
A former football champion might have to wait more than a month to learn if he is convicted of child sex abuse charges.
No Lomax, no Force victory as Hurricanes finish strong
The Western Force's 12-year New Zealand hoodoo has continued with a 31-23 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Hurricanes in Napier.
NRL fans rush field for Alex Johnston’s historic moment
Alex Johnston has become the most prolific try-scorer in NRL history by crossing for his 213th career try in South Sydney's loss to Sydney Roosters.
Adelaide go second in ALW with comeback win over Perth
Adelaide's title quest in the ALW competition is alive after a 2-1 win over Perth, as Newcastle kept their finals hopes alive with a 3-1 victory over Sydney.
Roar’s teenage debutant secures draw with WSW
Brisbane and Western Sydney have played out a 2-all draw in their A-League Men clash at Suncorp Stadium with teenager Niall Thom scoring on his Roar debut.
Mitchell rapt with Hawks’ response to week in headlines
Dylan Moore and Connor Macdonald were key to Hawthorn's thumping of Essendon and coach Sam Mitchell praised their response to a week in the headlines.