Vidosic embraces unique journey to ALM decider
Melbourne City coach Rado Vidosic is a former soldier and high school teacher whose long football journey has him on the verge of A-League Men glory.
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Origin debut bittersweet for record-breaking Southwell
Jesse Southwell is set to etch her name into State of Origin history but the occasion will be bittersweet as sister Hannah watches on from the casualty ward.
Vunivalu signs new Australian rugby deal until 2025
Suliasi Vunivalu has ruled out a return to the NRL with the winger signing a contract with Rugby Australia and the Queensland Reds until the end of 2025.
Blues must win ruck to claim opener: Fittler
NSW coach Brad Fittler says it's up to his side, not referee Ashley Klein, to determine the pace of the game as the Blues prepare for Origin 1.
Webcke’s 1998 Origin I play a template for Maroons
Former Maroons hitman Peter Ryan says Reuben Cotter and Tom Gilbert are most likely to deliver a match-winning 'effort play' like Shane Webcke 25 years ago.
Hawks report author says inquiry ending ‘defies logic’
While the AFL has ended the inquiry into the Hawthorn racism allegations, the saga is far from over as the complainants consider their next options.
Purcell wins all-Sydney battle with Thompson in Paris
Max Purcell has beaten fellow Sydneysider Jordan Thompson to make it four Australian men into the French Open second round for the first time in 23 years.
AFL ends Hawks racism inquiry, but legal action looms
The independent inquiry into racism allegations at Hawthorn is over, with "no adverse findings" against Alastair Clarkson, Chris Fagan and Jason Burt.
Glory young gun Keegan Jelacic secures move to Belgium
Perth Glory have received an undisclosed fee after selling emerging star Keegan Jelacic to Belgian Pro League outfit K.A.A. Gent.
Paddy McCartin to sit out remainder of AFL season
Luckless Sydney defender Paddy McCartin will miss the rest of the AFL season with concussion symptoms, raising renewed questions about his playing future.
Mind over matter as Force aim to gatecrash finals
The Western Force need to beat the table-topping Chiefs and rely on other results to fall their way in order to sneak into the Super Rugby Pacific finals.
Pangai primed to make instant Origin impact: Fittler
NSW State of Origin coach Brad Fittler is confident Tevita Pangai Jr will keep his emotions in check in the heat of battle.
South Sydney’s Graham back after NSW Origin injury blow
South Sydney centre Campbell Graham is back in the team for his club side, after missing NSW State of Origin selection through injury.
Tigers to focus on own game as Raiders rest Croker
The Wests Tigers will focus on their own game to try to keep their winning momentum as Canberra opt to rest their skipper so he can reach a milestone at home.
Cats star Hawkins gets behind Blues forward McKay
Triple Geelong premiership forward Tom Hawkins has empathised with out-of-form Harry McKay's plight in front of goals for struggling Carlton.
Blues out to apply pressure on Maroons rookie Walsh
Brad Fittler says NSW want to take Queensland State of Origin debutant Reece Walsh to uncomfortable places at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday night.
‘Big shoes to fill’: Slater backs tyros post- Papalii
Coach Billy Slater has tipped Tom Flegler and Reuben Cotter to fire for Queensland in the State of Origin as they look to fill the gap left by Josh Papalii.
‘Do your duty’: Maroons embrace ‘Tosser’ Turner legacy
Queensland players will wear an inspiring phrase coined by Maroons 'Godfather' Dick 'Tosser' Turner on the inside of their collar in Adelaide on Wednesday.
Hooper unlikely to play on for Wallabies beyond 2023
Champion flanker Michael Hooper, the most-capped Wallabies skipper in history, has all but ruled out extending his decorated Test career beyond 2023.
Crunch period for Warriors begins against Dolphins
The Warriors are looking to bounce back from a close defeat to Brisbane in a historic first game against the Dolphins.
Tszyu fight in doubt after dog-bite injury
Interim world boxing champion Tim Tszyu could be forced to pull out of his first title defence after requiring surgery following a dog bite on the arm.
Hendriks lauded after returning to MLB from cancer
The Los Angeles Angels hitters showed no sentiment for Australian pitcher Liam Hendriks as he returned to Major League Baseball after recovering from cancer.
Aussie stars make golden start to French Open campaigns
Fighting trio Storm Hunter, Thanasi Kokkinakis and Jason Kubler have given Australia a flying start to the French Open in Paris.
Ewing targeted as Medina and Brazilian fans attack WSL
Australian surfer Ethan Ewing has received a death threat on social media by a Brazilian fan after Gabriel Medina questioned WSL judging.
Kiwis Olympic medallist Warbrick extends Storm deal
Bustling winger Will Warbrick, who won an Olympic medal in sevens rugby with New Zealand, has re-committed to league and extended his NRL deal with Melbourne.
Carlton captain Cripps fires back at critics
Angry Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has taken aim at the media over "incorrect" reports following the Blues' latest disappointing defeat.
Blind jiu jitsu warrior to inspire at world titles
Kadek Artayana hopes his journey to the Brazilian jiu jitsu world championships can inspire anyone with a disability to believe anything is possible.
Vest injury prompts Reds to step up welfare criticism
Harry Wilson has questioned the process that saw Connor Vest walk off the ground before scans revealed the Queensland Reds flanker had fractured his neck.
Fittler lauds Mitchell as NSW star sits out Origin I
A calf injury has forced South Sydney and NSW superstar Latrell Mitchell to pull out of State of Origin I in Adelaide.
Blues ready to unleash the beast that Slater created
Nicho Hynes' rise to a NSW Origin berth has been rapid and Queensland coach Billy Slater had a major role in the playmaker's development.
Cerra, Laird overturn AFL bans, Parker not as lucky
Carlton midfielder Adam Cerra is free to play in Friday's clash with Melbourne after overturning his one-match ban for a dangerous tackle.