Wounded Djokovic thrives on more drama at the Open
Novak Djokovic says he's become accustomed to dealing with controversy and drama during Australian Open campaigns as he chases an 11th Melbourne Park crown.
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Gilmore, Florence opt out of fulltime WSL campaigns
Australia's eight-time surfing world champion Stephanie Gilmore has made a late call not to return to the WSL Championship Tour this year.
Jarome Luai to share Tigers captaincy with Api Koroisau
Four-time premiership-winning playmaker Jarome Luai has been appointed co-captain of Wests Tigers ahead of his first season at the NRL club.
Mass gains: ‘Mutant strong’ Reds gun’s origin story
Massimo De Lutiis has revealed an Irish eligibility twist and the eight-week basement home gym lockdown that triggered his rugby transformation.
Blues president stands down after AFL investigation
Carlton have announced Luke Sayers has stood down as president after the embattled club figure was cleared of posting a lewd image on social media by the AFL.
Snapshot of day 11 at the Australian Open
Madison Keys showed true grit on day 11 of the Australian Open by beating Elina Svitolina in three-tough sets to reach the Open semis for a third time.
Thunder surge into grand final qualifier beating Stars
Nathan McAndrew has starred as the Sydney Thunder defeated the Melbourne Stars in a knockout Big Bash League finals match.
De Minaur hurting after ‘slap across face’ from Sinner
Local hope Alex de Minaur has suffered a thumping straight-sets Australian Open quarter-final loss to world No.1 and defending champion Jannik Sinner.
American Shelton slams Open broadcasters, interviews
American Ben Shelton has delivered a takedown of Australian Open broadcasters and on-court interviewers during an unprompted address after his quarter-final.
Melbourne outlast Wildcats to spoil Cotton’s party
Perth Wildcats sharpshooter Bryce Cotton was held to just 14 points in his 250th NBL game as Melbourne United posted a tense win on the road.
‘Why not me?’ – Demon won’t give up on grand slam dream
Despite a demoralising Australian Open quarter-final loss to Jannik Sinner, Alex de Minaur believes he hasn't hit his ceiling and can still contend for a slam.
Badosa’s ride from quarantine hell to Open semi-finals
An Australian Open semi-final against two-time defending champ Aryna Sabalenka is just another challenge for Paula Badosa after years of overcoming adversity.
Not scared or vulnerable: Sixers dodge Thunder digs
Sydney Sixers player Jordan Silk has dodged verbal punches from Sydney Thunder's Tanveer Sangha, dismissing claims his side are "scared" and "vulnerable".
New-look Hockeyroos eye China grudge match
Australia's Hockeyroos will return to action for the first time since the Olympics to face the Chinese side responsible for their controversial Games exit.
Aquatics, soccer call for new 2032 Olympic venues
Aquatic sports and soccer have made their pitch for new venues for the 2032 Olympics to Queensland government's 100-day infrastructure review.
Romo takes Tour lead with first pro cycling win
Spaniard Javier Romo leads the Tour Down Under after his first pro cycling win, taking out stage three in the Adelaide Hills on a day that featured two crashes.
Aussie Jones powers into Open junior girls’ semi-finals
Top seed Emerson Jones is into the Australian Open junior girls semi-finals at Melbourne Park while fellow 16-year-old home hope Tahlia Kokkinis has bowed out.
Snyder responds to Boomers link as coach search narrows
Atlanta NBA coach Quin Snyder has responded to links to the vacant Boomers job after his side, featuring breakout Australian Dyson Daniels, fell to Detroit.
Socceroos defender Matthews closing in on overseas move
Hayden Matthews is poised to move to an overseas club, with Sydney FC coach Ufuk Talay confirming the Socceroo will not be available against Melbourne Victory.
Renshaw in ‘good order’ as BBL future in limbo
After a shaky start to the domestic season, Matt Renshaw feels his game is in good order after a solid BBL campaign and encouraging red-ball form.
Hunt a Broncos leader as Maguire makes captain’s call
Adam Reynolds will again captain Brisbane under new coach and former South Sydney mentor Michael Maguire, with returning Ben Hunt among the senior leaders.
Frustration good for winless Victory: interim coach
Victory interim coach Arthur Diles is urging his players to embrace the frustration of their six-game winless streak ahead of their clash against Sydney FC.
Wet win keeps Australia’s Ashes whitewash bid on track
Australia have claimed their fifth-straight win and an outright women's Ashes series triumph, beating England by six runs in a rain-affected second T20I.
Aryna Sabalenka storms into third straight Open final
Aryna Sabalenka has a third Australian Open title in sights after she showed who is boss in her semi-final against Spaniard Paula Badosa, winning 6-4 6-2.
Flintoff’s son belts hundred for Lions in Australia
Teen star Rocky Flintoff has continued his stunning rise to prominence with a century for the England Lions against a Cricket Australia XI in Brisbane.
Cairns bury Illawarra for the second time in a month
Illawarra have missed the chance to go two wins clear on top of the NBL ladder after suffering a second shock loss to last-placed Cairns.
Under-achieving Zverev knows it’s time to deliver
World No.2 Alexander Zverev has flown under the radar but can't avoid the spotlight playing 10-time Australian Open champ Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals.
Ex-Wallaby Nucifora set to be a Lion king in Australia
World Cup-winning Wallaby David Nucifora has been reported to have been given a key role in the British & Irish Lions camp for the Tests in Australia.
Australia to host Kazakhs, Colombia in new-look BJK Cup
Australia will host Kazakhstan and Colombia in a three-day qualifier as the Billie Jean King Cup, the women's tennis World Cup, gets a makeover.
Socceroos coach Popovic demands more from Arzani
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic says Daniel Arzani is a prime example of players who need to step up if Australia are to directly qualify for the World Cup.
Jillaroos coach Donald’s future in doubt amid probe
Jillaroos coach Brad Donald is at the centre of an NRL investigation over an alleged disparaging remark, clouding his future in the job.