Promise driving Sydney to Hobart’s oldest boat Sylph VI
Retired naval officer Bob Williams will honour the memory of a beloved Sydney to Hobart veteran when he sets sail in Sylph VI on Boxing Day.
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Unpredictable Perth pitch won’t influence MCG’s plans
MCG head curator Matt Page insists he will not change his preparation for the Boxing Day Test despite the Optus Stadium pitch rapidly deteriorating last week.
Ex-Sydney boss Corica to coach Auckland’s A-League team
The new Auckland A-League Men franchise have appointed long-term Sydney FC boss Steve Corica as their inaugural coach.
Sydney FC eyeing fourth consecutive ALW premiership
As if three consecutive A-League Women premierships were not enough to feed their hunger, Matildas star Cortnee Vine says Sydney FC are aiming for number four.
Spencer Johnson amazed to become IPL $1.78m rocket man
Aussie quick Spencer Johnson has become an overnight millionaire with his IPL deal - but still feels he may prove more of a red-ball than white-ball master.
No half-measures for new Bulldog Hutchison
After years of being a utility, new Canterbury playmaker Drew Hutchison wants 2024 to be the season he makes his name as an NRL halfback.
Johnstons want fifth brother in 2024 Sydney to Hobart
Three of Anthony Johnston's brothers will join him aboard URM Group in this year's Sydney to Hobart - and he's hopeful of bringing another along in 2024.
Socceroo Luongo retires ahead of Asian Cup
Socceroos midfielder Massimo Luongo has retired less than a month out from the Asian Cup, while squads will be expanded from 23 to 26 players.
Healy sees multi-format series as key to women’s Tests
Back from injury to face India in a one-off Test match, Australia captain Alyssa Healy is eager to see red-ball cricket gain more relevance in the women's game.
Returning Tomljanovic believing again ahead of the Open
Three-time grand slam quarter-finalist Ajla Tomljanovic believes she can scale the heights again after missing 10 months of tennis following knee surgery.
Mariners plot to break Roar fortress in ALM ambush
Central Coast are bent on extending their unbeaten A-League Men streak to five games when they take on Brisbane Roar at their Queensland fortress.
Innocent trio shot in bungled hit before gang crackdown
Four people have been charged over the murder of a man who died in a public shooting police believe was a case of mistaken identity.
Sydney to Hobart fleet’s newest boat rolls the dice
On the water since October, Atomic Blonde is a dark horse in this year's Sydney to Hobart yacht race, which may be her only appearance for the coming years.
Pies’ Murphy to continue AFL career after head knock
The AFL's expert concussion panel has cleared Collingwood premiership defender Nathan Murphy to return to the field in 2024.
Oliver leaves Dees’ camp to deal with medical issues
Melbourne star midfielder Clayton Oliver has left the AFL club's pre-season training camp early, with the support of teammates and staff.
Booze bans and ballet on Rudolf’s list of resolutions
Toby Rudolf says he wants to stop drinking and solve a lingering toe injury to turn Cronulla from NRL pretenders into contenders.
Bancroft boosts hopes for Test call-up
Cameron Bancroft has been using the 20-over format during the Shield season hiatus to mount his case to be named David Warner's Test opening successor.
Starc smashes Cummins’ IPL record in chaotic auction
Mitchell Starc has become the highest-paid player in the history of the IPL by earning $4,42 million, smashing the record Pat Cummins owned for barely an hour.
Thunder lose early BBL wickets against Strikers
The Sydney Thunder are looking to go big with the bat against the Adelaide Strikers with both teams chasing their opening win of the new BBL season.
Young Dragons star Amone set to be deregistered
Dragons young gun Junior Amone is set to have his NRL contract deregistered after he was convicted of multiple charges stemming from a hammer attack.
Eight straight for Clippers, Holmgren in seventh heaven
James Harden dominated in junk time as the Clippers notched an NBA-best eighth consecutive win, while Chet Holmgren's rookie year hit new heights in Oklahoma.
Australia in another era of Test dominance at home
Since being embarrassed in Hobart in 2016, Australia have not lost a Test at home against any opponent other than India.
Cheika quits Pumas, RA not ruling out Wallabies return
Michael Cheika's decision to quit his post with the Pumas has raised the inevitable question as to whether or not he will return as Wallabies coach.
Sharks snare Fonua-Blake, Cowboys retain Dearden
Warriors prop Addin Fonua-Blake has overlooked a move to St George-Illawarra to instead join Cronulla from 2025, while Tom Dearden will remain a Cowboy.
Kiss says Queensland Reds’ No.10 race far from run
New coach Les Kiss has demanded the Queensland Reds be more clinical and versatile as he mulls his options at No.10 for the next Super Rugby Pacific season.
Humble Hijikata hoping to improve, making no bold calls
Emerging star Rinky Hijikata isn't getting carried away ahead of his first grand-slam start since his inspired run to the US Open fourth round in New York.
Fifty not out, May set fair for Sydney to Hobart
Having hoisted his sail for every Sydney to Hobart yacht race since 1973, Lindsay May will on Boxing Day become the first person to reach the 50-race milestone.
Diamonds shooter Garbin in Vixens’ Super Netball mix
The Melbourne Vixens will boast a formidable shooting combination in 2024's Super Netball season, with World Cup-winning goaler Sophie Garbin added to the mix.
Coach Moya unsure how Nadal will cope in slam comeback
Rafael Nadal's coach Carlos Moya says the star has done well in training for his injury comeback in Australia but grand slam tennis poses lingering concern.
Father and son admit $260,000 boot scoot tour scam
A father and son who defrauded hundreds of people of money paid for line dancing tours and holidays have been sentenced to time already spent in jail.
Opetaia gives up IBF belt for ‘life-changing’ fight
Australian cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia will relinquish his IBF world title to take his place on a "life-changing" Saudi Arabia card against Ellis Zorro.