Aryna Sabalenka wins Australian Open
Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka has fought back from a set down to beat Kazakh Elena Rybakina in the Australian Open final to win her first grand slam singles crown.
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Djokovic earns shot at 10th Open crown
Novak Djokovic is within one win of a 10th Australian Open title after beating Tommy Paul in straight sets to line up a final against Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Cotton’s 40 points leads Perth past Hawks
Bryce Cotton flirted with a career-high scoring night as he carried Perth Wildcats to a 106-86 win over Illawarra at home.
Father ‘misused’ by Russia fans: Djokovic
Novak Djokovic says his father did not intend to show support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine when he posed with Vladimir Putin fans at the Australian Open.
Rybakina enjoying Open rollercoaster ride
Elena Rybakina is banking on her Wimbledon final experience giving her an edge over Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open women's title decider in Melbourne.
ALM City aim to rediscover attacking zip
Rado Vidosic is not worried by Melbourne City's lack of goals in recent weeks as his side prepare to face Adelaide in the A-League Men.
Djokovic’s peace plea ahead of Open final
Nine-times champion Novak Djokovic hopes fans behave respectfully during his Australian Open final with Greek fan favourite Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Bennett tip to teenaged Aitken comes true
Dolphins centre Euan Aitken spoke to Wayne Bennett just once before he linked with the new NRL club, and the content of that chat has proven to be prophetic.
NRL warned to brace for player strikes
Brisbane NRLW star Ali Brigginshaw says male NRL players could refuse to play games as a result of the bungled CBA negotiations.
Moloney earns crack at WBC world title
Australian boxer Jason Moloney has been ordered to fight US-based Filipino Nonito Donaire for the vacant WBC bantamweight world title.
Dragons re-sign Lawrie, Wakeham to Tigers
St George Illawarra prop Blake Lawrie will remain at the joint venture club until at least the end of 2026 after signing a new contract extension.
Open semi-finalist Khachanov is a believer
Russian Karen Khachanov is through to the semi-finals of the Australian Open after defeating the injured Sebastian Korda and will face Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Rybakina storms into Open semi-finals
Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina remains firmly on track to capture a second grand slam crown after storming into the Australian Open semi-finals in Melbourne.
Azarenka stuns Pegula at Australian Open
Victoria Azarenka has upset world No.3 Jessica Pegula in straight sets to reach the Australian Open semi-finals as she chases a third Melbourne Park title.
Djokovic eyeing more rare air at Open
Andrey Rublev's attempt to thwart Novak Djokovic's pursuit of a 10th Australian Open semi-final berth headlines a series of intriguing quarter-final clashes.
‘Tough cookie’ Gardner OK after abuse
Megan Schutt has labelled teammate Ashleigh Gardner a "tough cookie", as Australia prepare for the controversial January 26 fixture against Pakistan.
Papas’ ALM Jets add Japanese import
Newcastle boss Arthur Papas has dipped into the transfer market to sign Japanese winger Manabu Saito for his A-League Men side.
Gardner has team backing over January 26
Ashleigh Gardner's January 26 stance has been backed by teammates, with a senior Cricket Australia adviser saying the tone of the game will be crucial.
Jones’ rugby return adds spice: Larkham
Stephen Larkham has forecast an Australian rugby shake up to coincide with Eddie Jones' return as coach ahead of this year's World Cup.
Dockers move on quickly from Lobb exit
Fremantle hope the arrival of Melbourne premiership big man Luke Jackson will help offset the loss of forward Rory Lobb in 2023.
Carrigan has Broncos lost time to make up
Broncos prop Pat Carrigan missed key club games last year and wants to be the man in the arena more often in 2023 after a stellar representative season.
Big call looms for Huni’s boxing future
Suitors have presented their bids to take on the promotional duties for rising Australian heavyweight boxing talent Justis Huni.
Cherrington’s big fear ahead of All Stars
Maori All Stars prop Kennedy Cherrington will risk her playing future for the love of her culture but says the NRL could easily spare players from that gamble.
Smith stars again, Sixers topple Hobart
The Sydney Sixers have dealt the Hobart Hurricanes' Big Bash League finals hopes a big blow with a 24-run win on the back of a 33-ball 66 from Steve Smith.
Missed warning ahead of police killings
The daughter of people who killed two police officers in regional Queensland says officers sent to their property should have been told they mistrusted police.
De Minaur will not dwell on Open mauling
Nine-times champion Novak Djokovic has ended Alex de Minaur's Australian Open campaign with a brutal fourth-round win over the home hope at Melbourne Park.
Kookaburras gear up for World Cup QFs
Short of their own high standards so far, Australia's Kookaburras are keen to discover their best hockey in the World Cup quarter-final against Spain.
Pegula hungry for semi-final slam showing
Facing Victoria Azarenka, American Jessica Pegula is eyeing her first grand slam semi-final, with the third seed feeling she's in the best form of her career.
PSG’s Mbappe plunders five in cup rout
France striker Kylian Mbappe has netted five times for Paris Saint-Germain in their 7-0 Coupe de France demolition of sixth-tier Pays de Cassel.
Risk worth reward in new NRL trial format
The NRL has unveiled new rules for its two-week pre-season tournament, with $100,000 in prize money up for grabs and an emphasis on attacking football.
GWS sack development boss after drug bust
GWS development boss Robbie Chancellor has lasted just four months in the role, with his drug bust costing him his job at the AFL club.