Brown cops one week for send-off that riled Roosters
Trent Robinson says the decision to dismiss forward Nathan Brown, who has been offered a one-match ban, was inconsistent with precedents set earlier this year.
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Tigers to confront Docklands doldrums without Dusty
Richmond star Dustin Martin is a big loss for their Friday night game against the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium, a barren venue lately for the Tigers.
Adam Scott off to a much-needed flyer at the Wyndham
Australian star Adam Scott has made the ideal start as he attempts to salvage his PGA Tour season at the Wyndham Championship.
Para-cyclists win first Aussie medals at ‘Super Worlds’
Australian para-cyclists Caitlin Ward, Jessica Gallagher, Darren Hicks and Paige Greco have won the country's first medals at the world championships.
Power hit with huge AFL fine over concussion error
The AFL has fined Port Adelaide $100,000 over the decision not to put Aliir Aliir through a concussion test after his head clash with teammate Lachie Jones.
‘Chief’ Randy Waldrum has Super Falcons soaring
Nigeria, headed by Texas-born coach Randy Waldrum, have defied an ongoing pay dispute and nightmare draw to emerge as one of the World Cup's feel-good stories.
Leary surges to unlikely Para swimming world gold
Alexa Leary's gold medal at the Para Swimming World Championships has capped a remarkable two-year turnaround for the youngster after a traumatic brain injury.
Cowboys coy on Holmes plan, Broncos rule out Reynolds
Todd Payten won't confirm who will play centre instead of the suspended Valentine Holmes, while Brisbane will enter the derby without an injured Adam Reynolds.
Suns hope Flanders recommits after breakout month
Off-contract Gold Coast midfielder Sam Flanders has racked up three consecutive 30-plus disposal games since interim coach Steven King took charge.
All Blacks no B-Team, insists Wallabies’ Samu Kerevi
A much-changed New Zealand will still provide world-class opposition in the Bledisloe Cup return leg against Australia, Wallabies centre Samu Kerevi says.
Zorko responds after Miller cops ban for QClash tackle
Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko has thanked the AFL for their cooperation after Touk Miller was stung with a belated one-game ban for a tackle on the Lions star.
Norway welcome striker headache ahead of Japan clash
Star striker Ada Hegerberg could return for Norway against Japan while Spain take on Switzerland in the Women's World Cup round of 16.
Lycett, Dixon, Farrell outs add to Port’s AFL woes
Ruckman Scott Lycett is to undergo knee surgery while Charlie Dixon and Kane Farrell will also miss Port Adelaide's AFL clash with Geelong.
Reinvigorated Clarkson has regained AFL appetite
Alastair Clarkson returns to the hot seat on Sunday when he coaches his 400th AFL game, leading North Melbourne into battle with Melbourne.
Matildas ready to seize opportunity as WWC opens up
Australia are determined to seize the opportunity of a lifetime at their home Women's World Cup as big names bomb out early.
Form irrelevant for Kingsley as GWS take on Swans
The Q Clash and Showdown results bear out Adam Kingsley's warning that form means nothing ahead of rivalry matches, as GWS prepare to play Sydney.
Rabbitohs back in Latrell Mitchell to fire on big stage
Canterbury football boss Phil Gould reckons Latrell Mitchell is yet to prove himself on the big stage, but Souths coach Jason Demetriou couldn't disagree more.
In-form Raso says ‘maturity’ can help down Danes in WWC
Matildas winger Hayley Raso is enjoying the form of her life and says her experience can help "get the job done" as Australia face Denmark in the WWC's last-16.
Eagles aim to crack the code to end poor away form
West Coast will be out to post their first away win of the AFL season when they take on Essendon at Marvel Stadium.
Justin Holbrook returns to Roosters as assistant coach
Former Titans coach Justin Holbrook has revealed how close he was to joining Warrington and Canterbury, but says the lure of Trent Robinson's Roosters won out.
Bennett’s Dolphins brace for sudden-death and Ponga
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says Newcastle fullback Kalyn Ponga is the side's biggest threat in Perth but he has a more than handy No.1 in Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow.
Import guard Ian Clark joins Melbourne’s NBL title push
NBA and NBL title winner Ian Clark has joined Melbourne United on a one-year deal, while Cairns' signing of import Josh Roberts completes their roster.
Moeaki Fotuaika sent off as Warriors edge Titans in NRL
Halfback Shaun Johnson has starred in the Warriors' 28-18 NRL win over a brave Gold Coast side that played more than 60 minutes with 12 men.
Luai on report as Penrith dominate Melbourne in NRL
Jarome Luai has scored a try and was placed on report as the Panthers defeated fellow NRL heavyweights Melbourne 26-6 in Penrith.
Bontempelli’s Bulldogs shatter Richmond’s finals dreams
The Western Bulldogs have obliterated Richmond with their best first quarter in 12 years to set-up a thumping 55-point triumph at Marvel Stadium.
AFL to probe crowd incident involving Marlion Pickett
An incident involving Richmond utility Marlion Pickett and a fan at Marvel Stadium will be investigated by the AFL.
Johnson’s winning mentality firing Warriors: Webster
Warriors No.7 Shaun Johnson once blew teams off the park with his brilliance but now he's grinding them into the ground as well, like he did to the Titans.
Patience is key to beating red-hot Panthers: Bellamy
Craig Bellamy says a cautious and measured approach is the only way anyone can hope to stop Penrith's procession to further premiership success.
No regrets for NRLW’s would-be Matildas star Gallagher
Sheridan Gallagher could have been a Matildas star but she's thrown her lot in with the NRLW.
Jayden Campbell set for extended run as Titans No.1
A nagging injury to AJ Brimson has cast doubt on his return to the playing arena as Titans coach Jim Lenihan confirms his plan for Jayden Campbell.
Parramatta pressure not exclusive to Brown: Arthur
Coach Brad Arthur says it's not just Dylan Brown who will be under pressure to perform for 11th-placed Parramatta against St George Illawarra.