AFL coaching tougher than ever: Lions’ Fagan
Chris Fagan can understand why Damien Hardwick felt he couldn't continue as Richmond coach, but says there's still fuel in his tank to lead the Brisbane Lions.
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Lu, Henderson win opening matchplay matches in Vegas
Top seeded American Lilia Vu and Canada's Brooke Henderson have triumphed on day one of the LPGA's matchplay event in Nevada, as did Australia's Karis Davidson.
Walker, Doedee to return for Crows, but doubt on Smith
Adelaide veteran Taylor Walker and defender Tom Doedee will return to AFL action against Brisbane, but doubt lingers over sore defender Brodie Smith.
Murray vows control in early tackles for health’s sake
Cameron Murray has put the onus on himself to control his emotion in State of Origin, not wanting to fall victim to another first-tackle concussion for NSW.
Victoria frontrunner to replace Magpies netball side
Victoria is the frontrunner to have two Super Netball teams despite Collingwood's call to axe its netball program because it was unsustainable.
Caretaker Kangaroos coach is giving Clarkson space
Interim North Melbourne coach Brett Ratten says he is reluctant to contact Alastair Clarkson during the under-pressure mentor's time away from the AFL club.
Star Swan Heeney desperate to rebound from form slump
Star Sydney forward Isaac Heeney concedes his form has been up and down this season, but he's confident he can become an elite player again.
Maroons’ Mullet Man Cotter puts target on Koroisau
Queensland forward Reuben Cotter felt the force of NSW hooker Apisai Koroisau's magic in the NRL on Saturday night and aims to return the favour in Origin.
‘Unique’: Gilbert credits Bennett for his Maroons rise
Queensland forward Tom Gilbert has forged a strong bond with his Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett and says it helped him gain his second Origin selection.
Taumalolo’s Cowboys return put on ice for another week
Jason Taumalolo's hopes of returning from a knee injury to face Parramatta have been dashed with the star second-rower ruled out for another week.
‘Pay me in beer’: Tyson Fury talks up Brisbane fight
Keen to stay busy ahead of a potential world-title fight with Oleksandr Usyk, heavyweight champion Tyson Fury is brewing up plans for his Australian debut.
‘Money time’: Reds out to spoil Aaron Smith’s party
Liam Wright is excited to welcome Harry Wilson back into the Queensland Reds' starting side after he impressed coming off the bench.
Cats’ Irish debutant, De Koning brothers back in AFL
Former GAA Young Footballer of the Year Oisin Mullin will join fellow Irishmen Zach Tuohy and Mark O'Connor in the Geelong team that takes on GWS in round 11.
Hawks hold out hope Clarkson returns for flag reunion
Hawthorn president Andy Gowers hopes Alastair Clarkson will feel comfortable enough to attend the club's 10-year premiership reunion later this year.
‘No line in sand’: Nathan Lyon might play on until 2027
Nathan Lyon still hasn't won a Test series in India and it is why this year's Ashes tour in England might not be the last for the 35-year-old offspinner.
‘A rare breed’: Kodi gets Bennett tick for No.1 switch
Kodi Nikorima will showcase his value as the Dolphins' resident 'Mr Fix-It' against St George Illawarra with Anthony Milford returning to the starting side.
Warner to play ‘significant’ Ashes role: McDonald
Australia coach Andrew McDonald has firmly backed David Warner to start in the Ashes, ending months of speculation surrounding the veteran opener.
Hawthorn CEO resigns from embattled AFL club
Justin Reeves has stepped down from his role as Hawthorn chief executive as the AFL club comes under increasing pressure over the racism investigation.
Mum’s legacy drives Grant as he ditches beetroot juice
Maroons hooker Harry Grant feels blessed to have had his mum as a PE teacher and learned plenty from a famous schoolboy coach who made him drink beetroot juice.
Former Socceroos goalkeeper Brad Jones retires
Former Socceroos goalkeeper Brad Jones has announced his retirement following a knee injury that has kept him out of action for more than a year.
Brutal Nikita Tszyu stops local rival Benjamin Bommber
Nikita Tszyu has lived up to his Butcher nickname, stopping Benjamin Bommber in the first round of their super welterweight bout in Melbourne.
Kiwi Joseph Parker stops Faiga Opelu in first round
Kiwi Joseph Parker has dominated Queensland opponent Faiga Opelu with the referee ending their Melbourne fight in the first round.
Tszyu looks to climb boxing rankings after brutal win
Nikita Tszyu has ruled out fighting on the undercard of his brother Tim but intends to get busy with three more fights this year in Australia.
DCE ‘not entertaining retirement’ from Maroons just yet
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans says a personal challenge set by coach Billy Slater has him primed for his milestone match in a Maroons jumper.
Blues enforcer Martin sets sights on wounded Munster
Liam Martin had been at risk of missing the State of Origin series through injury but is now primed to reprise his role as Cameron Munster's agitator in chief.
Paisami in early return for Reds’ crunch Super test
Reds centre Hunter Paisami will make a timely return from a knee injury, named on the bench in effectively a must-win clash in Dunedin against the Highlanders.
Injury rules Wallabies prop Robertson out of World Cup
The Rugby World Cup hopes of Western Force prop Tom Robertson are over after scans confirmed he has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.
No reservations about picking de Belin as captain: Carr
Jack de Belin spent more than two years subject to the NRL's no-fault stand-down policy but coach Ryan Carr had no qualms with selecting him as fill-in captain.
Dragons land NZ sevens gold medallist Nathan-Wong
NZ sevens star Tyla Nathan-Wong will switch codes and join St George Illawarra in the NRLW while Corban Baxter and Brydie Parker return for the Sydney Roosters.
Releasing son only ‘selfish’ call of Arthur’s tenure
Coach Brad Arthur has breathed a sigh of relief after releasing his son Jake, who was the victim of booing and social media abuse during his time at the Eels.
‘Fittest at club’ Sailor earns Broncos NRL chance
Regarded as the fittest man at the club, Tristan Sailor will join his father as a Brisbane NRL player when he wears the No.1 against the Warriors on Saturday.