NSW prop Leniu ready for fans’ boos after racism saga
NSW prop Spencer Leniu says boos won't put him off in his State of Origin debut, less than three months after his eight-game ban for racially abusing Ezra Mam.
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Olympics never in doubt despite injury: Matildas’ Hunt
Matildas defender Clare Hunt says she never doubted she could overcome a foot injury in time to be ready for the looming Olympic Games in Paris.
Roosters hope NSW loss is their gain with fresh Teddy
The Roosters are relishing having James Tedesco on deck as statistics show the side has won only 46 per cent of games in the State of Origin period since 2018.
Arzani set to be rewarded with Socceroos squad recall
Melbourne Victory ace Daniel Arzani is set to return to the Socceroos set-up, after last winning a cap back in 2018.
Big Mac ready to deliver in key role for Gold Coast
Exciting Gold Coast defender Mac Andrew has put his hand up for the big jobs after impressing against Carlton goal machine Charlie Curnow.
Walsh commits to Broncos, gets Slater boost for Origin
Queensland fullback Reece Walsh says he will re-sign with Brisbane and stay there for the rest of his career as he gets a lift from mentoring by Billy Slater.
Aussie batter Burns to play for Italy in T20 Cup push
Heartbroken former Australia batter Joe Burns is switching to play for Italy ahead of a T20 World Cup qualifying push as a tribute to his late brother Dominic.
Mixed feelings for DCE as Trbojevic replaces Tedesco
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans is gutted that NSW captain James Tedesco has been dropped but proud of Manly teammate Jake Trbojevic for filling breach.
No second guessing in Dearden’s Origin return
Tom Dearden has learnt to be comfortable in his own shoes as he prepares to walk in Cameron Munster's for Queensland in the State of Origin series.
Legend Akermanis urges Rayner to lift Lions out of rut
Brisbane legend Jason Akermanis has urged the Lions' No.1 draft pick Cam Rayner to deliver on his potential and finally become a star of the AFL.
Nadal beaten in possible last French Open clash
Fourteen-time winner Rafael Nadal may have played his last match at the French Open after being beaten in the first round at Roland Garros by Alexander Zverev.
No regrets for Purcell after underarm misery in Paris
Max Purcell has suffered an agonising five-set loss, even failing with an underarm serve when he had match point, as Australia's French Open drought continued.
Hawthorn racism claim reaches another stalemate
The Hawthorn racism saga could be headed for the Federal Court after the Human Rights Commission terminated a claim by First Nations former players.
Fifita has point to prove after Origin snub: Titans CEO
Gold Coast CEO Steve Mitchell says the club was surprised at David Fifita's axing from the Queensland side but tips him to respond with a vengeance on the field
Bombers star Ridley wants more growth as finals beckon
Jordan Ridley made a stunning return from injury in Essendon's round-11 win over Richmond and believes Brad Scott's side can do plenty more damage this season.
Arthur won’t be out of NRL for long: Gutherson
Parramatta captain Clint Gutherson says Brad Arthur is a must-consider for any club seeking a new head coach.
Dream Maroons debut a bittersweet moment: Hopgood
There were plenty of tears when J'Maine Hopgood answered his phone to hear Billy Slater tell him he would be making his State of Origin debut for Queensland.
Gymnasts book Paris spots in cut-throat qualifiers
Jesse Moore has clinched the hotly contested sole men's all-around Olympic berth for Australia, with the nation to field a swollen list of 13 gymnasts in Paris.
Trbojevic admits shock at becoming NSW Origin captain
NSW coach Michael Maguire acknowledges his new skipper Jake Trbojevic was probably wondering if he would even be picked for Origin 1.
Stand-in Aleer’s AFL heroics no surprise to teammates
GWS skipper Toby Greene kicked the go-ahead goal against Geelong but it was stand-in defender Leek Aleer who really made his mark in the final minutes.
Tedesco among first to congratulate Edwards on debut
One of James Tedesco's first acts on learning he'd been axed as NSW captain and fullback was to congratulate the Blues' new No.1 Dylan Edwards.
Mahoney eager to let Hetherington feud subside
Injury to Viliame Kikau means the Bulldogs at set to be without three stars when they meet Newcastle in the NRL on Friday.
Blues’ De Koning looking forward to some ruck and roll
Carlton big man Tom De Koning has kicked on massively and believes he can make an impact both as a solo ruckman and as a ruck-forward.
Halfback Hynes confident on calf for NSW Origin return
NSW coach Michael Maguire has rejected any concerns over Nicho Hynes' fitness, adamant the halfback will not miss any training ahead of State of Origin I.
Starc delivers Cup warning with IPL final wonder-ball
Mitchell Starc has starred as Kolkata Knight Riders won a third IPL title, routing Pat Cummins' Sunrisers Hyderabad in a one-sided Chennai decider.
Osaka overcomes nerves for winning start at French Open
Naomi Osaka got very nervous as she eked out a three-set win in her French Open first-round match, setting up a potential showdown with Iga Swiatek.
Injury-free Alcaraz back to illuminate City of Light
There didn't appear to be much wrong with Carlos Alcaraz following his recent forearm problem as he returned with a ruthless win at the French Open.
Maroons shakeup as Hopgood gets debut, Su’A recalled
Queensland will debut Parramatta forward J'maine Hopgood in State of Origin and have axed David Fifita, while recalling powerhouse back-rower Jaydn Su'A.
Ajla’s ‘mountain’ after Aussies’ woeful Paris opener
Returning Ajla Tomljanovic has been beaten on a day when three Australians got knocked out and another withdrew injured at the French Open.
PSG win French Cup and double in Mbappe’s last game
Kylian Mbappe has completed his successful stint with Paris Saint-Germain as they added the French Cup title to their league crown.
Mitchell can cop fine and be available for NSW Origin
Latrell Mitchell has been charged over a hip-drop tackle, but is able to accept a $3000 fine and be available to be selected for NSW in State of Origin.