‘Big Three’ lead Penrith to statement win over Brisbane
Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards has outplayed Brisbane's Reece Walsh in a 26-0 shut-out of the premiers, who were absolutely shocking at home.
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‘As good as I’ve seen’: Petracca stars for hot Suns
Gold Coast recruit Christian Petracca was at his explosive best as the Suns notched a statement-making 56-point defeat of last year's grand finalists Geelong.
‘Ready for a big year’: how Edwards regained his mojo
Penrith's Dylan Edwards admits he had a sub-par finish to 2025 but he's started 2026 with a man-of-the-match display after regaining his passion for the game.
Cats stay calm with Bruhn return something to cheer
Chris Scott was impressed with Tanner Bruhn's AFL return after 17 months out of the game and won't panic despite a one-sided opening-round loss to the Suns.
The Aussie cricket heroine who ‘everyone dreams to be’
Allrounder Annabel Sutherland has produced a standout day-one display in the Test match with India, drawing a huge compliment from an admiring teammate.
Russia marks Paralympic return amid calls for peace
Flying their flag for the first time since 2014, Russia marched at the Milan-Cortina Paralympics opening ceremony as Ukraine led a boycott in protest.
Petracca’s doubts, nerves erased as Suns make statement
There were nerves and a long-held doubt before Christian Petracca turned back time in Gold Coast's statement-making rout of Geelong to begin the AFL season.
‘Live with it’: Wayne Bennett’s reality check for Lomax
Wayne Bennett has dealt Zac Lomax a brutal reality check as he rules out the prospect of South Sydney engaging Parramatta to bring the winger back to the NRL.
U-turn leaves Opetaia title hunt in limbo on fight eve
Jai Opetaia's Las Vegas introduction has taken an 11th-hour twist, with the IBF stepping in to withdraw their sanctioning of the Aussie's Zuffa Boxing debut.
Fowler door opens amid Matildas star’s concussion fate
Hayley Raso will watch Australia's Women's Asian Cup clash with South Korea from the sidelines after failing to finish their win over Iran.
Piastri faces uphill battle as Mercedes claim front row
Oscar Piastri will need to defy history to win the Australian Grand Prix after George Russell led a Mercedes front-row lock out and left the local hope fifth.
Bennett ‘impressed’ by 73kg Souths halfback
Ashton Ward has got one kilogram on Allan Langer, an NRL exemption to play in round one and the full confidence of South Sydney head coach Wayne Bennett.
‘That’s the risk’: Star Blue backs himself on long deal
Carlton star Sam Walsh has shunned free agency in favour of signing a bumper eight-year contract extension with the Blues and is adamant his body can hold up.
Australia set for Test return to Sandpapergate venue
Australia's return to South Africa for their first Test series there in eight years will include a clash in Cape Town, scene of 2018 high drama.
Herbert chasing British Open start at Millbrook Resort
Unlike most of his LIV Golf counterparts, Lucas Herbert has made sure to fit the NZ Open into his playing schedule.
Mooney, Healy star after bowlers shine for Australia
Australia's batters romped to a six-wicket win over India in the opening ODI in Brisbane after their bowlers restricted the visitors to 214 all out.
Titans pocket battleship inspired by Panthers ace
Gold Coast winger Sialetili Faeamani is set to make his NRL debut and, when he does, it'll be with a nod to Penrith dynamo Brian To'o who he wants to emulate.
Reds out to keep wins rolling after Brumbies stampede
Reds skipper Fraser McReight admits he feels a sense of responsibility to keep the wins coming for Australian rugby after the Brumbies' victory in Christchurch.
NBL MVP runner-up Davis lashes secretive voting process
Sydney Kings star Kendric Davis has demanded the NBL's MVP award votes are made public after he was narrowly beaten to the crown by Bryce Cotton.
Parramatta, NRL investigate photo of star fullback
Parramatta are liaising with the NRL after photos were circulated online of rising star Isaiah Iongi.
‘Silencing mechanism’: ex-Matildas slam new FA platform
Relations between ex-Matildas and Football Australia have soured further on the eve of the Women's Asian Cup over the introduction of a new ticketing platform.
Fletcher Sharpe hits the jackpot in Las Vegas
Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook has solved his conundrum in the halves, while Matt Burton's big boot is set to get the chance to shine in Vegas for Canterbury.
Bellamy blast has Storm primed to continue Rd 1 record
Melbourne's defensive standards were below par in their trial thrashing by the Gold Coast and Tyran Wishart says coach Craig Bellamy has the squad on notice.
‘Plenty more’: 7000 and counting for run machine Mooney
Australia's star batter Beth Mooney is a new member of an elite run-scoring quartet and wants more as she targets a clean sweep of the ODI series against India.
NBL ace Cotton open to pursuit of Glasgow gold
Six-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton has had dialogue with Gangurrus coach Adam Forde about lining up for Australia's 3x3 team at the Commonwealth Games.
‘Great opportunity’: family man Tiley explains TA exit
Outgoing Australian Open boss Craig Tiley says his young children need a chance to be close to his American wife's family after accepting the USTA's top job.
‘Ongoing discussions:’ Larkham swats All Blacks rumours
Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham says he is in ongoing discussions to stay at the ACT club after speculation circulated about a possible move to the All Blacks.
Mackay locked in to host first Test match
Cricket Australia has confirmed the schedule for Australia's two-match Test series against Bangladesh to be played in August.
Toddler inspiring Ciabattoni’s quest for WNBL glory
Alex Ciabattoni says a three-year-old has inspired her to reach new highs while Miela Sowah wants to end her old side's quest for a first WNBL ring since 1992.
Redemption hero Peake ready to fire in 2026
Ryan Peake has done a lot of learning in the 12 months since his remarkable NZ Open triumph.
‘It’s BS’: Haas reveals why he really joined Souths
Payne Haas says pressing family reasons and a rapport with Wayne Bennett were key reasons for signing with South Sydney as he shed new light on his contract.