Paris peak the target for world-beating Aussie sevens
Two wins to begin the world rugby sevens series has led Australia's women to go "back to the drawing board" in an effort to peak for the Paris Olympics.
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NRL’s Melbourne Storm lock in historic Fiji trial game
Melbourne have announced plans to play Newcastle in the first NRL-sanctioned match in Fiji.
Sam Kerr misses out again on FIFA Best women’s prize
Matildas captain Sam Kerr hasn't made the final three contenders for the FIFA Best women's player of the year award despite being the Ballon d'Or runner-up.
Shayna Jack to spearhead Dolphins’ world campaign
Australia's world swimming championships squad will be without most of its star names, given the short turnaround to July's Paris Olympics.
Melb City’s Socceroos attacker Leckie out of Asian Cup
The injury-hit Socceroos will have to reshape their attack after Melbourne City forward Mathew Leckie was ruled out of the Asian Cup with a hamstring injury.
Super Netball confirms 2024 fixture after pay row ends
The Giants and West Coast will get the 2024 Super Netball season under way in April, before the Thunderbirds begin their title defence against the Firebirds.
Defiant centurion Warner declares: ‘I ain’t leaving’
Veteran opener David Warner is on track to see out his Test career in Sydney after posting an impressive century against Pakistan in Perth.
Guilt-free Jones denies early interview in Japan reveal
A guilt-free Eddie Jones says he is comfortable with the circumstances surrounding his controversial move from the Wallabies to coach Japan.
Sailors defy Sydney ‘hairdryer’ to secure Paris quotas
Australian sailors have secured Olympic quota spots in the Nacra 17 and mixed 470 classes with dominant Sail Sydney efforts in torrid conditions.
AFL keen to tighten rule on smothers after Maynard case
The AFL wants club feedback on a number of proposed rule changes, including a tightening of what is allowed when a player tries to smother an opponent's kick.
Green won’t let chronic kidney disease cramp his style
Emerging star Cameron Green says he's thankful that his chronic kidney condition hasn't stopped him from living a normal life and representing Australia.
Sweet feeling of Socceroos call-up driving Fornaroli
Bruno Fornaroli says he never gave up hope of a Socceroos recall after his electrifying form has catapulted him into contention for Graham Arnold's squad.
High-flying Glory plan to flip ALW script on Sky Blues
Sitting top of the A-League Women, in-form Perth Glory believe they can continue their winning ways as they host powerhouse Sydney FC.
Khawaja questions ICC rules around messages on shoes
Usman Khawaja has questioned why the International Cricket Council treated him differently to other players previously displaying messages on their equipment.
Aloisi brothers’ first date a high-stakes family affair
Ross Aloisi will coach against his brother John for the first time, the rookie head coach's Brisbane in a far rosier position than last-placed Western United.
Warner shushes the critics with 164 against Pakistan
A second Test century since January 2020 has relieved the pressure on under-fire opener David Warner in the series-opening match against Pakistan in Perth.
Irankunda critics should lay off teen ALM star: Gauci
Adelaide United goalkeeper Joe Gauci has called for critics to cut a bit of slack for the club's under-pressure teenage prodigy Nestory Irankunda.
Lamb leaves Bulldogs in mammoth 11-club AFLW trade
AFLW clubs have pulled off an 11-way swap on the last trading day, with Port Adelaide securing the signature of All-Australian midfielder Kirsty Lamb.
Eddie Jones out to salvage reputation back in Japan
After his England and Australian adventures ended in failure and acrimony, Eddie Jones is looking for redemption with his new job on an old stamping ground.
Arnold in line for FIFA Best award but Ange misses out
Mackenzie Arnold is among a three-woman shortlist to earn the title of world's best goalkeeper but Ange Postecoglou has missed out on the big coaching prize.
Stars Scorched as Perth claim easy BBL win at MCG
The Perth Scorchers have easily beaten the Melbourne Stars by seven wickets in their BBL match at the MCG.
Clean slate as McReight vows to use World Cup for good
Queensland Reds star Fraser McReight is enjoying the clean slate at club level after a World Cup campaign he thinks will have long-term benefits.
No guarantee of Bulldogs No.1 jersey: Crichton
Canterbury new boy Stephen Crichton has resisted the temptation to step forward as the club's long-term fullback.
Khawaja vows to fight for those without a voice
Australia opener Usman Khawaja won't be wearing shoes bearing the words 'all lives are equal' when the first Test against Pakistan begins on Thursday.
Faitala-Mariner makes peace after talk of Bulldogs exit
Raymond Faitala-Mariner insists his future is at Canterbury, despite his fate being the subject of immense scrutiny over the off-season.
Champ McEvoy plots course for Paris with title defence
New sprint king Cameron McEvoy will headline an Australian team likely to be missing its Tokyo golden girls at February's world swimming championships.
Bulldogs star Bailey Smith to miss 2024 AFL season
The Western Bulldogs' midfield depth will be tested in 2024 after young star Bailey Smith sustained a serious knee injury, which will sideline him for a year.
Howarth inks two-year deal with forward-thinking Pies
Gold Coast AFLW star Kalinda Howarth has signed a two-year deal with Collingwood, leaving room for young Brisbane midfielder Ella Smith to join the Suns.
New Tigers boss Richardson makes pitch to Panther Luai
Shane Richardson is keen to begin his tenure as chief executive of Wests Tigers with a bang and lure Jarome Luai to the club.
Rippon promoted in historic Stingers water polo move
Two-time Olympian Rebecca Rippon will be the first female to coach the Australian women's water polo team.
Netball focused on winning ‘war’ on female talent
Netball Australia and the players' union have finally confirmed a new three-year Collective Player Agreement, bringing to an end an ugly dispute.