McGrath, Hurley boost Bombers in AFL
With Andrew McGrath re-signed and Michael Hurley returning from injury through the VFL this weekend, Essendon now hope to lock in captain Dyson Heppell.
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Tino seeks Origin injection for Titans
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asumaleaui is out to inject his energy and confidence from a successful Origin campaign into his struggling NRL club.
Adams aims to free up North’s AFL attack
New caretaker coach Leigh Adams will simplify North Melbourne's game plan in an attempt to end a 14-match AFL losing streak when they take on Richmond.
Aust netballer hit by COVID ahead of Games
Diamonds defender Jo Weston has tested positive to COVID-19 at the team's training camp in Perth, delaying her travel to the Commonwealth Games.
Jones on crusade to get rugby flowing
Master coach Eddie Jones feels rugby is over-officiated and wants coaches to present a case to the sport's governing body ahead of next year's World Cup.
All eyes on women’s high jump in Eugene
The women's high jump shapes as one of the most fascinating events at the world athletics championships.
Tiger’s Open hopes perish in horror round
Tiger Woods needs a a second-round miracle to avoid missing successive British Open cuts for the first time after starting with a horror 78 at St Andrews.
Raider prop Tapine coy on new NRL contract
Red-hot Canberra prop Joe Tapine says he hasn't been thinking about his contract situation despite being free to negotiate with other clubs from November 1.
AFL lifts COVID-19 vaccine mandate
The AFL has lifted its COVID-19 vaccine mandate, effective immediately, allowing a small handful of players against having the jab to return to the field.
Suns’ AFL lifer Swallow hailed by Dew
Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has hailed the form of David Swallow as the Suns' foundation player prepares to equal the AFL club's appearance record.
Cowboys wait on Toms for Cronulla clash
North Queensland will assess on Thursday whether Tom Dearden and Tom Gilbert can feature in their top-four home clash with Cronulla after State of Origin III.
CA releases schedule for revamped BBL
Cricket Australia is confident big crowds will return to the revamped Big Bash League this summer after two editions decimated by COVID-19 complications.
Bulldogs’ Potter issues NRL COVID warning
Canterbury coach Mick Potter says NRL clubs will struggle to cope with surging COVID numbers unless the league re-thinks its approach to managing the virus.
Lions in no rush despite top four AFL race
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan will resist rushing back players that aren't fully ready to return despite the Lions being in a tense race for an AFL top four berth.
Hardwick cops blame for shock Suns loss
Richmond coach Damien Hardwick says he didn't prepare his players well enough for their loss to the Gold Coast as they again struggled in a close game.
Dearden delivers on Origin debut
Tom Dearden repaid Billy Slater's faith in the State of Origin decider with an assured Maroons debut in the No. 6 jumper.
Carrigan cherishes Origin experience
Just over a year after suffering an ACL injury, Pat Carrigan has claimed the Wally Lewis Medal after a stellar debut State of Origin campaign.
Dogs sniff out AFL response against Saints
The Bulldogs have lost three players, including star forward Aaron Naughton, to the AFL's health and safety protocols ahead of their clash with St Kilda.
Firebirds hire premiership winner as coach
The Queensland Firebirds have appointed former premiership-winning player Rebecca Bulley as the Super Netball franchise's new head coach.
Magpies star Moore to return, Quaynor out
All-Australian defender Darcy Moore will return for Collingwood against Adelaide on Saturday after missing just one AFL game with a knee injury.
Swans ‘comfortable’ with Franklin talks
The Sydney Swans are comfortable Lance Franklin will remain at the AFL club despite a report claiming the superstar has been insulted by a new contract offer.
Luai not sorry for taunting KO’d Cobbo
NSW's Jarome Luai says he's got nothing to apologise for after he stood over Queensland's Selwyn Cobbo after the winger was knocked unconscious in Origin III.
Hunt leads as Qld stay cool in Origin fire
When Queensland needed a cool head to guide them to a remarkable State of Origin series decider triumph, the big-game mentality of Ben Hunt shone through.
Smith prays for luck at brutal St Andrews
Australian No.1 Cameron Smith says the 150th British Open winner will need some luck around a firm, fast and brutal Old Course at St Andrews.
Gagai-Burton stoush, Qld win fires Origin
Queensland's comeback win in the State of Origin decider provided plenty of fuel and ensured the spoils have been split 3-3 over the last six years.
Burton, Gagai avoid ban for Origin fight
Matt Burton and Dane Gagai can count themselves lucky after they escaped suspension for their brawl in Wednesday's State of Origin decider.
Vunivalu urges Origin intensity in Test
Former NRL star winger Suliasi Vunivalu is set to make his Wallabies debut after being named on the bench for Australia's deciding clash with England.
Wimbledon champ Purcell downed by Murray
New Wimbledon men's doubles champion Max Purcell has been brought down to earth in the Newport singles by Andy Murray while James Duckworth progressed.
Billy Vunipola primed to batter Wallabies
Back in Sydney, the city of his birth, England's impressive No.8 Billy Vunipola expects to be even better in the final Test against the Wallabies.
Fittler’s Blues rue missed opportunity
NSW missed a golden chance to win their fourth State of Origin series in five years after suffering a defeat to Queensland.
Demons star Oliver ruled out of AFL match
Brownlow Medal contender Clayton Oliver has been ruled out of Melbourne's crunch AFL clash with Port Adelaide in Alice Springs on Sunday.