Marshall still backing Fainu despite mid-game benching
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall insists he's not lost faith in Latu Fainu despite benching the young gun during the big loss to Penrith.
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‘Couldn’t hit the side of a barn’: Dockers miss chances
Fremantle are one of the hottest teams in the league right now, but will their low percentage cost them dearly at the end of the season?
Finals beckon, but Suns keep their Witts about them
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick wants the AFL world to know the value of his underrated, veteran ruckman Jarrod Witts as they enter uncharted territory.
Davidson makes magic moments but Woad stays in control
Australia's Karis Davidson hit a mid-round golden patch but was unable to keep up the pace as Lottie Woad closes in on victory on her professional debut.
The world’s oldest cowboy and still livin’ the dream
The world's oldest cowboy puts his longevity down to hard work, animals, sunshine and making young friends, as the 95-year-old saddles up for his next rodeo.
Ban heaps more misery on struggling Souths
Fighting to avoid the wooden spoon, South Sydney will be down yet another player in the coming weeks as Jack Wighton receives a hefty suspension.
Wounded Wallabies vow to rebound for third Lions Test
The Wallabies have injury worries ahead of the third Test against the British and Irish Lions, where they only have pride to play for after their game two loss.
AFL coaches tackle job protection for cannabis users
The AFL's most decorated current coaches have re-entered the political realm to call for lawmakers to protect medicinal cannabis users from losing their jobs.
Green helps Aussies put on a Big Show for 4-0 T20 lead
For the fourth time in as many games, Australia have impressively chased down a West Indies total in their best-of-five Twenty20 series.
Gagai earns Stuart’s praise as Raiders beat Knights
The Canberra Raiders have won their ninth straight match to close in on their first minor premiership since 1990, beating Newcastle 44-18.
Classy Clydsdale leads Knights to NRLW hat-trick
A Yasmin Clydsdale masterclass has kept the Knights on a roll in the NRLW, while the Broncos and Sharks also notched up victories.
Brownlow chances in good nick as Pies snap losing run
Nick Daicos almost certainly banked another three Brownlow Medal votes with a starring role as ladder leaders Collingwood fought past a gallant Richmond.
Saints storm home in crazy finish against Demons
St Kilda star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has inspired the Saints to the biggest three-quarter-time comeback in VFL/AFL history, stunning Melbourne.
Manly star’s season over as Bulldogs run riot
Manly lost superstar Haumole Olakau'atu to a season-ending shoulder injury in a loss to Canterbury that helped the Bulldogs into second place on the NRL ladder.
Giants’ double injury blow as AFL finals race heats up
GWS pair Josh Kelly and James Buckley face multiple weeks out and will miss the clash with the Western Bulldogs, along with suspended star Toby Greene.
Double golden joy as Australia triumph at world champs
Australia's men's and women's 4x100m relay teams have won gold at the swimming world championships in Singapore, while Sam Short took 400m freestyle silver.
Piastri ‘deserved’ Belgian Grand Prix victory: Norris
Australia's Oscar Piastri has won a rain-affected Belgian Grand Prix to open up a 16-point lead over world title rival and McLaren teammate Lando Norris.
It’s mind boggling: Ian Thorpe blown away by upset win
Australia have enjoyed a golden first night at the 2025 world championships in Singapore, with the men and women's 4x100m freestyle teams producing upset wins.
‘Each game is important’ as NRL finals race heats up
With six weeks remaining in the NRL's regular season, plenty is still up for debate when it comes to the make-up of the top eight.
Vixens to exploit home comforts in netball grand final
The Melbourne Vixens will enjoy home comforts when they host West Coast in a Super Netball grand final despite finishing fourth this season.
‘Domestique’ embraces grunt work in Suns’ tour de force
Cycling fan Alex Davies has likened himself to a domestique at the Tour de France but the midfielder insists he can be a yellow jersey contender, too.
Demon gets ‘lucky’ to secure Washington Open crown
Alex de Minaur has won his first title of 2025, taking out the Washington Open final in three sets against Spaniard Alejandro Davidovich Fokina.
Penrith’s mid-season rise destined for history books
Penrith are tracking to become the first NRL team this century to make the finals after sitting last on the ladder through 12 rounds.
Veteran props back for Dolphins as finals run heats up
The cavalry is returning for the Dolphins ahead of their Warriors away clash and the availability of Mark Nicholls and Felise Kaufusi isn't the only good news.
Confidence hit, but Dodd still wants to be an NRL No.7
Lewis Dodd has spoken about his tough first year at South Sydney, the hits to his confidence and why the Englishman still believes he can be an NRL halfback.
Demons star learns fate over appeals board hearing
The AFL appeals board has rejected Melbourne's attempt to overturn Steven May's three-match rough conduct ban, with the key defender to miss two more games.
First clash against Tigers won’t faze Galvin: Burton
Lachlan Galvin's new halves partner Matt Burton is confident the young star won't feel daunted by the prospect of facing Wests Tigers for the first time.
Wish upon a seven: Storm ready for life without Hughes
Tyran Wishart has rejected any suggestion Melbourne's title hopes are ruined by Jahrome Hughes' shoulder injury as he contemplates a switch into the halves.
Wallaroos aim to head into World Cup with Welsh scalp
The Wallaroos are out to put a miserable match against Wales behind them in their rematch, which is their last hit-out before the Rugby World Cup in England.
NBA champion Alex Ducas returning to Australia
Alex Ducas will play in the NBL this season after featuring on Oklahoma City's championship-winning roster in his first NBA campaign.
Bowls marks 180 years, ramps up Olympics pitch
People of all ages have taken to the green at a suburban bowls club to celebrate 180 years since the first recorded game was played in Australia.