Suns have ’80 per cent’ of flag team: Damien Hardwick
Triple Richmond premiership coach Damien Hardwick is adamant Gold Coast have the tools to win a flag, saying taking over at the Suns is "like Christmas".
Sport
‘Silly Latrell’ to miss Souths blockbuster for elbow
Latrell Mitchell has received a one-match suspension for hitting Tyson Frizell high with his elbow and will miss South Sydney's most important game of the year.
Reynolds calf strain gets Sam Kerr focus in Brisbane
Broncos captain Adam Reynolds hopes to follow in the footsteps of Matildas skipper Sam Kerr and return from a calf problem in time to help a finals push.
Roosters have eyes firmly on Tigers, not Rabbitohs
After reviving their unlikely finals hopes with three straight wins, the Sydney Roosters want to rule out any chance of slipping up against the lowly Tigers.
Giants laud Davis as ex-captain calls time on career
Greater Western Sydney have paid tribute to inaugural co-captain Phil Davis, who has retired after a 192-game playing career with the Giants and Adelaide.
Dockers look to turn Optus Stadium back into a fortress
Fremantle's poor form at home this season has continued after they slumped to a 16-point loss to Port Adelaide.
Revelry not recriminations for World Cup winners Spain
After months of pre-tournament unrest, Spain's first Women's World Cup title has justified all the unrest, their polarising coach Jorge Vilda insists.
Home finals up for grabs in frantic AFL finish
Brisbane will be aiming to beat St Kilda at the Gabba in order to lock up second spot and secure two home finals.
Crows captain appeals for calm among angry fans
Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson says fans shouldn't take their frustration out on the goal umpire whose mistake has effectively ended their finals chances.
Maxwell keen to play for Australia as long as possible
The 34-year-old Glenn Maxwell has no plans to retire from international cricket and believes his experience adds value to Australia's white-ball sides.
AFLW prize money to match men’s $1.1 million
AFLW players will receive less than the men in prize money despite the league committing to $1.1 million for both competitions due to a split in recipients.
NRL backs mid-air tackle call in Manly loss to Warriors
Manly fumed after the referee chose not to award them a penalty at a crucial stage of the must-win game with the Warriors but the NRL has stood by the decision.
Tigers lock down NRL halves pairing with Sezer signing
Former Canberra halfback Aidan Sezer will return to the NRL in 2024, signing a one-year contract with Benji Marshall's Wests Tigers.
Jonassen has eyes on T20 World Cup in Bangladesh
Australia spinner Jess Jonassen enjoyed a successful international T20 campaign in 2014 in Bangladesh and hopes to return next year a wiser and a better bowler.
‘Doubt me more’: Best thriving as Knights surge on
Bradman Best is crediting new levels of self-belief for turning him into one of the form centres in the NRL.
Meaney open to utility role as Papenhuyzen nears return
Melbourne could use their Mr Fix-It Nick Meaney from the bench once Ryan Papenhuyzen returns from a long-term knee injury.
Latrell Mitchell ‘burning” about ‘brain snap’ ban
There is a strong chance Latrell Mitchell might not play in the NRL again this season after choosing to take an early guilty plea for elbowing Tyson Frizell.
AFL star Daicos ‘ahead of schedule’ with knee recovery
Collingwood star Nick Daicos has ditched the crutches and is attempting to return for the Magpies' finals series earlier than expected.
Olympics boss ‘confident’ in Brisbane games organisers
Australian Olympic officials and Brisbane 2032 games organisers have been quizzed about their preparations for the world's biggest sporting event.
Hammer back as Dolphins No.1 for Drinkwater showdown
Dolphins star Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow is back at fullback and ready to end the finals hopes of the Cowboys and former teammate and No.1 combatant Scott Drinkwater.
Sydney derby opener as ALW targets Matildas momentum
The A-League Women season kicks off with a Sydney derby at Allianz Stadium, with league bosses targeting the biggest domestic attendance in Australian history.
Injured Smith, Starc ruled out of South Africa tour
Australia stars Steve Smith and Mitchell Starc are out of the white-ball tour of South Africa as they try to prove their fitness for the ODI World Cup.
‘Refreshed’ Hardwick prepares to become Suns coach
Damien Hardwick is on the verge of being confirmed as Gold Coast AFL coach after arriving back in Australia following an extended European vacation.
Top-four-bound Warriors deny Manly in NRL thriller
The Warriors remain on course for a top-four finish after ending Manly's NRL finals hopes with a Dallin Watane-Zelezniack-inspired 29-22 victory in Auckland.
Tedesco concussed as Roosters dent Eels’ finals hopes
The Sydney Roosters' resurgence has continued with a 34-12 defeat of Parramatta, but a concussion to star fullback James Tedesco is cause for concern.
Seibold livid as ‘dud’ calls end Manly’s finals hopes
Manly coach Anthony Seibold has been left seething after believing a 'dud' decision for the second week in a row ended the Sea Eagles' NRL finals hopes.
Lions survive Magpies challenge for crucial AFL win
The Brisbane Lions are one win away from securing a top-two finish after downing premiership favourites Collingwood by 24 points at Marvel Stadium.
Roosters shrug at tackle that concussed skipper Tedesco
James Tedesco was concussed in the Sydney Roosters' victory over Parramatta, but coach Trent Robinson had no qualms with the shot that struck his captain down.
Collingwood attempt to fix defensive woes before finals
After being blown away by the lethal Brisbane forward line, Collingwood will need to fix up their defensive woes with finals fast approaching.
Eels ‘weren’t up to it’ in 2023: Coach Arthur
Parramatta's finals hopes are all but over, leaving coach Brad Arthur to rue a season of missed chances for the reigning runners-up.
Wounded Lions star Neale finds form in Magpies showdown
Worn down by illness and injury, Brisbane star Lachie Neale found his best form to help the Lions to a crucial 24-point victory over ladder-leaders Collingwood.