Kuhnemann, Smith both train in first Galle session
Matthew Kuhnemann and Steve Smith appear ready to return from injuries after completing Australia's first training session since arriving in Sri Lanka.
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Robinson chasing WSL title in his own backyards
Australian hope Jack Robinson will enjoy some locational perks when the new-look World Surf League season begins in Hawaii this week.
Unsure about his future, Sinner only vows to get better
After completing the second leg of a non-calendar-year grand slam sweep, world No.1 Jannik Sinner faces an anxious wait to see if he can play the French Open.
Postecoglou admits his job’s under threat at Spurs
Ange Postecoglou believes a "fair chunk" of Spurs fans will want him gone after their latest Premier League capitulation - but he's remaining defiant.
Owen supreme as Hobart Hurricanes win maiden BBL crown
Hobart opener Mitchell Owen has produced the knock of his life, smashing 108 off 42 to steer the Hurricanes to a first Big Bash League title.
Tour Down Under scores despite absence of top stars
Tour Down Under race director Stuart O'Grady can point to many successes this year, while not being able to attract road cycling's very best riders.
Australia’s Mailata through to Super Bowl with Eagles
Jordan Mailata is headed for a slice of history with the Sydney-born NFL star set to become the first Australian to play in two Super Bowls.
Sinner hopes to win career grand slam with coach Cahill
World No.1 Jannik Sinner hopes Aussie super-coach Darren Cahill can help him complete a career grand slam before finishing up with the Italian at year's end.
It’s Trew: Arisa revels as skateboard role model
At the age of 14, Arisa Trew hopes she's a role model for skateboarding while her father has no doubt about her impact on the sport.
‘Be brave’: Aussies mull radical batting experiment
Travis Head says Australia will consider taking the radical step of changing the batting order mid-game against Sri Lanka.
Sydney’s Socceroo Matthews joins Pompey in $2.5m deal
Sydney FC's Hayden Matthews has sealed a move to English Championship club Portsmouth in a record $2.5 million deal.
Maroons reunion of 1995 heroes to inspire Slater’s men
Queensland's heroic 1995 State of Origin side, who won 3-0 against the odds, will be honoured this week as the Maroons gain an early boost to their campaign.
Postecoglou hanging on to job at Tottenham, for now
English Premier League strugglers Tottenham are sticking with Ange Postecoglou for the time being, but the pressure on their Australian manager is mounting.
Higher honours, big pay day coming for Hurricanes hero
Mitch Owen could be a bolter for Australia's T20 World Cup squad next year, given his form for Big Bash League winners the Hobart Hurricanes.
Rebuffed Perth NRL bid made new $20m licence fee offer
The cashed-up Perth consortium that the NRL rejected to run a new franchise in 2027 had made a stunning revised offer that included a $20 million licence fee.
Neck boost for Reynolds as Maguire rakes over the coals
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds is set to play round one after neck surgery as the hotly contested race to play hooker for the Broncos ramps up.
Ruckman Marshall headlines trio of injured Saints
St Kilda are dealing with a mounting injury list ahead of the AFL season, with Rowan Marshall potentially sidelined for round one along with Mattaes Phillipou.
Unrivalled consistency drives de Minaur’s Open tilt
Alex de Minaur will enter his blockbuster Australian Open clash with world No.1 Jannik Sinner as the only man to make four straight grand quarter-finals.
NFL’s 49ers play surprise role in Thunder’s BBL rise
NFL team the San Francisco 49ers had a hand in the Sydney Thunder's rise from the Big Bash League's doldrums.
Selectors haven’t raised Test debut with Connolly
Test bolter Cooper Connolly is yet to hear from selectors about the possibility of earning a maiden baggy green in Sri Lanka.
‘Every single day’: Gulden on a mission after horror GF
Errol Gulden can't stop thinking about Sydney's AFL grand final capitulation against Brisbane but knows talk is cheap as he eyes redemption.
Mistakes aside, Welsford sprints to Tour stage win
Australian Olympic cycling gold medallist Sam Welsford has dominated the opening stage of the Tour Down Under in the Adelaide Hills.
Caslick’s 15s dream in changing of rugby 7s guard
Charlotte Caslick is eyeing a home World Cup for the Wallaroos in 2029 and has assumed a new rugby sevens role in the wake of their Paris Olympics fade-out.
Finals-chasing Western United thump Glory in ALW
Western United have claimed a straightforward 4-1 win over Perth Glory, including a spectacular goal from defender Grace Maher.
Hurricanes hold out Sixers for Big Bash final spot
The Hobart Hurricanes have qualified for the Big Bash League final and will have a shot at their first title after beating the Sydney Sixers by 12 runs.
Former North coach Shaw signs as Suns’ AFLW boss
Former North Melbourne AFL coach Rhyce Shaw has been appointed Gold Coast's new AFLW mentor.
Matildas winger Freier, Socceroo Deng seal transfers
Matildas winger Sharn Freier has signed for German powerhouse VfL Wolfsburg while Socceroo Thomas Deng has joined J1 League club Yokohama F. Marinos.
Djokovic outlasts Alcaraz in Australian Open classic
Novak Djokovic is just two wins away from claiming a record-breaking 25th major title after downing Carlos Alcaraz in an epic Australian Open quarter-final.
Steve Smith feared he needed surgery on injured elbow
Steve Smith is preparing to face Sri Lanka in Galle, but the star Australia batter initially feared his elbow injury could require more surgery.
David Warner has Sydney Thunder believing again
Retired Test opener David Warner has had an impact on and off the field in his first full Big Bash League summer.
Two from two, Welsford wins again despite tour crash
Australian cycling star Sam Welsford has won his second-straight stage in the Tour Down Under despite a crash early in the Barossa Valley stage.