More Aussies flag Enhanced Games interest amid backlash
Australian sport's anti-doping agency decries the Enhanced Games, but swimmer James Magnussen says they're missing the point.
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Blues’ Hollands takes leave again as De Koning returns
Carlton's Elijah Hollands has taken personal leave for the second time this season while teammate Tom De Koning headlines the inclusions in round 11.
NBL legend Bryce Cotton set for bombshell Sixers move
Former Perth Wildcats star Bryce Cotton, one of the NBL's greatest-ever players, appears set to join the Adelaide 36ers in the biggest move of the off-season.
Dolphins rise in the wet to rip through depleted Dogs
NRL ladder-leaders Canterbury have been brought down to earth with a bang after being on the wrong end of a 44-8 loss to the Dolphins.
Smith shines as Cats survive Dogs’ challenge in classic
Bailey Smith was the central figure as Geelong outlasted the Western Bulldogs by 14 points in a high-scoring and entertaining contest.
De Minaur faces minefield draw at the French Open
Alex de Minaur has been handed a minefield of a draw at the French Open as he seeks to go even further than his breakthrough to the quarter-finals in 2024.
Bailey Smith’s new barb pours fuel on Cats-Dogs rivalry
Geelong recruit Bailey Smith has poured more fuel on the fire in his ongoing rivalry with the Western Bulldogs with another pointed dig at his former club.
Herbie climbs off hospital bed to muzzle Bulldogs
Barely a few hours after leaving a Brisbane hospital with an infection, Herbie Farnworth has helped steer the Dolphins to a dominant win over Canterbury.
Tighter defence gives Kangas chance to take down Pies
North Melbourne will start rank outsiders against AFL ladder leaders Collingwood but hope their improving team defence can be the key to an upset.
Maroons prop’s Origin plea for refs to ‘let it slide’
Queensland front-rower Moeaki Fotuaika has made a not-so-subtle State of Origin wish regarding the NRL's crackdown on high contact.
Reds primed for high-stakes Super clash with Hurricanes
The Reds are well aware a fourth-placed finish is the next best thing to a Super Rugby Pacific home final as they brace for a torrid battle with the Hurricanes.
Worker shortage threatens venue deadline for 2032 Games
Labour shortages loom as a major hurdle to venues being completed in time for Brisbane's 2032 Games but Olympic bosses believe they are on the right track.
‘We’ll keep it’: SBW tips more Wallabies Bledisloe woes
Two-time World Cup winning ex-All Black Sonny Bill Williams believes an Australian team can win the Super Rugby Pacific title in 2025 but not the Bledisloe Cup.
Why Blues want Newcastle venue to be made permanent
NSW back-rower Yasmin Clydsdale loves going home to Newcastle and she's hoping the local fans can get closer to game three of Origin than she can to her cows.
Waratahs coach wants Bell ‘back in one piece’
NSW Waratahs and Wallabies prop Angus Bell will miss the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season after opting for a short stint at Ulster.
AFL giant Walls gives message from beyond the grave
A decorated player, a ruthless coach and an insightful media performer, Robert Walls has been remembered as a "big softie" around his family.
Sacrifices to help Daicos, Magpies hit bigger heights
Collingwood are flying with Nick Daicos starring but coach Craig McRae believes the Magpies are only just getting started and can help out their star even more.
NSW tipping Maroons fans to spark Blues’ ‘loose cannon’
Spencer Leniu is set to enter the State of Origin series opener at Suncorp Stadium as public enemy No.1, and Angus Crichton says it will suit the NSW fireball.
Water-logged Blues say wet good prep for sunny Suncorp
NSW's second State of Origin training session looked like it could almost be washed out, but players say that's good preparation for a dry Suncorp Stadium.
How Ange is flying the flag for football in Australia
Ange Postecoglou's Europa League triumph has attracted huge attention around Australia and there is hope his success can have a halo effect.
Wallaroos look for World Cup measure against Canada
Fresh off a defeat of USA, the Wallaroos are eyeing a first-ever win over Canada as they build toward the Rugby World Cup in three months.
‘We don’t want to do that’: Swans coach on repeat bans
Poor discipline and bad technique is costing Sydney, says coach Dean Cox after two key players were suspended for separate high hits on Carlton defenders.
Caslick centre of attention in Test homecoming
Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp will push rugby sevens convert Charlotte Caslick closer to the action when they host Canada in Brisbane.
Test skipper Wilson out to make a timely Red-hot return
Wallabies skipper and Reds star Harry Wilson has vowed to charge hard in his return from injury in a crucial Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Hurricanes.
History repeats with Bulldogs bitten by Origin rule
Not for the first time, Canterbury are preparing to lose a player to State of Origin duty, but they are unlikely to see him take the field in the series opener.
‘Fresh as ever’: Paulo pushes past latest milestone
Junior Paulo has outlined the legacy he wants to leave at Parramatta ahead of his 250th NRL game, also explaining why he has no plans to retire soon.
Brailey ‘rewires brain’ to find running game for Sharks
Cronulla hooker Blayke Brailey has revealed how he "rewired his brain" to evolve his game and take Cronulla's attack to the next level with Addin Fonua-Blake.
Changes as Maroons fight to avoid women’s Origin sweep
Queensland coach Tahnee Norris has made changes for the third women's State of Origin match as the Maroons hope to avoid a series whitewash.
‘Blown away’ Lions coach makes big AFLW call
AFLW mainstay Craig Starcevich doesn't think the competition is a one-horse race, despite North Melbourne's dominance over the Lions in last year's final.
Lone Aussie man standing after The Box delivers carnage
Western Australia's Margaret River Pro, surfed at The Box for the first time since 2019, delivered some hairy moments in men's quarter-final action.
Bronco Walsh says sorry as TikTok punchline falls flat
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has raised eyebrows with a bizarre video he posted on TikTok during his injury lay-off.