Demons still searching for best forward-line mix in AFL
Melbourne are a strong chance to snare a top-four AFL berth, but they are still struggling to find their best forward-line mix.
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Rabbitohs pair avoid NRL shoulder-charge bans
South Sydney have received good news following their 32-18 win over Wests Tigers with Keaon Koloamatangi and Davvy Moale avoiding shoulder-charge suspensions.
Matildas star Sam Kerr available for Canada WWC clash
Superstar captain Sam Kerr has given Australia's Women's World Cup campaign a shot in the arm by declaring herself available for the must-win clash with Canada.
Hammer experiment over, Dolphins stay wary of Bulldogs
The Dolphins have shuffled their own deck and are on alert as Viliame Kikau returns from a long-term injury for the Bulldogs in their Bundaberg clash.
Australia to end world titles as swimming’s No.1 nation
Australia has set a mixed 4x100m freestyle relay world record to claim a 13th gold in Japan, equalling the nation's record haul at a world championships.
Raiders stun Roosters, earn maiden NRLW victory
Canberra have marked their first NRLW game at their home ground with a brilliant upset win, beating the Sydney Roosters 24-14 in their second-round clash.
Kerr return a lift for the Matildas’ morale: Carpenter
Captain Sam Kerr declaring herself available for Australia's do-or-die clash with Canada is massive mentally for her teammates, says defender Ellie Carpenter.
Honesty session helps Matildas move past Nigeria loss
The Matildas have a players-only team meeting immediately after games and Sam Kerr says it has helped them put losing to Nigeria behind them.
Greene powers Giants to stunning comeback win over Dogs
GWS have come from the clouds to snatch a five-point AFL victory over the Western Bulldogs, with Toby Greene sparking the Giants into action in Ballarat.
Ponga on fire as Knights thrash Raiders in Canberra
Newcastle have won their fourth straight NRL game, taking apart a woeful Canberra side 28-6 to continue pushing for a finals berth.
Heimgartner on pole for opening Sydney Supercars race
Andre Heimgartner has claimed his first Supercars pole position of 2023 - the third of his career - going into the opening race of the Sydney SuperNight round.
Manly bust Wollongong hoodoo in DCE’s milestone game
Manly have posted their first win over St George Illawarra in Wollongong for 20 years to keep their NRL finals hopes alive for milestone man Daly Cherry-Evans.
Steven King’s Suns script Lions’ horror QClash show
Brisbane's top-two aspirations have been dealt a blow in an upset QClash loss to Gold Coast, who broke a nine-game AFL losing streak against their state rivals.
Franklin injured as Swans hold off Bombers in classic
Sydney have claimed a classic two-point win over Essendon at Marvel Stadium as legendary forward Lance Franklin suffered a calf injury.
Suns’ Miller calls time on Lions’ rivalry domination
Suns skipper Touk Miller demanded the tagging job on Lachie Neale then delivered in a best-on-ground performance that ended a nine-game losing run to Brisbane.
Kennedy blow adds to Sharks’ woe after Panthers loss
Will Kennedy has limped out of Cronulla's 28-0 defeat to Penrith, as the Panthers returned to the NRL summit and the Sharks' season continues to slide.
Renard inspires France past Brazil at World Cup
France have beaten Brazil 2-1 to earn their first win of the Women's World Cup, with skipper Wendie Renard scoring a late winner.
Wallabies crash to Bledisloe Cup loss to All Blacks
Australia have crashed 38-7 in the Bledisloe Cup Test against New Zealand at the MCG with the night made worse by a serious injury to Allan Alaalatoa.
Bazball assault leaves Australia in trouble at The Oval
England have gone to stumps on day three at The Oval on 9-389 and with a lead of 377, after attacking batting and early poor bowling left Australia in trouble.
Walker stars as Crows thump Adelaide rivals Port
Taylor Walker has matched the record for the most goals in a Showdown as the Adelaide Crows crushed rivals Port Adelaide by 47 points.
Wallabies’ Alaalatoa to miss World Cup after MCG injury
Wallabies prop Allan Alaalatoa has been stretchered off the MCG with a ruptured Achilles ruling him out of Rugby World Cup in France in September.
Piastri’s best F1 day, runner-up in Belgian GP sprint
Australian Oscar Piastri has earned the first top-three place of his Formula One career, ending runner-up behind Max Verstappen in the Belgian GP sprint race.
Swans sweat on results of Lance Franklin’s calf injury
Sydney will sweat on scans to Lance Franklin after the star veteran suffered calf tightness in the Swans' thrilling win over Essendon.
Storm remain the NRL’s ultimate test, says Ivan Cleary
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says the crunch clash with Melbourne remains the ultimate barometer for NRL form.
O’Callaghan and the Dolphins on cusp of swim history
Australia's swimmers are on the verge of creating history as their triumphant world championships in Japan comes to a close.
Lions to lick wounds but not overreact, says Fagan
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says he won't overreact to a shock loss to Gold Coast that has made their quest for a top-two AFL finish far tougher.
Broad’s Ashes dominance to end with Oval retirement
England bowling star Stuart Broad has announced that he's going to retire from cricket after the final Ashes Test against Australia at The Oval.
Power coach backs doctor’s decision after head clash
Ken Hinkley has defended Port's doctor after Aliir Aliir returned to the field soon after a collision with teammate Lachie Jones in the clash with Adelaide.
Sam Kerr mind games continue ahead of Canada clash
Sam Kerr's level of involvement in the Matildas' do-or-die Women's World Cup clash with Canada remains a mystery ahead of the game.
Dragons veteran de Belin faces hefty NRL ban
Jack de Belin is facing a month on the sidelines after the St George Illawarra veteran was hit with his third dangerous contact charge of the NRL season.
Forrester chases Australia’s record-breaking swim gold
Fastest qualifier Jenna Forrester has the chance to claim a record-breaking gold medal for Australia in the 400 IM on the last night of the world swim titles.