Centre-stage nerves for Holmes in Origin
Queensland star Valentine Holmes has already shut down Kotoni Staggs this year, but admits feeling nervous about defending him during State of Origin.
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Giants win netball thriller vs Firebirds
Veteran Jo Harten showed nerves of steel to secure the Giants a finals berth with a 73-72 Super Netball victory against the Firebirds.
Gold Coast beat Roos in lopsided AFL clash
Gold Coast have continued their charge towards the AFL top-eight, overcoming a slow start to run away from North Melbourne in a 62-point win.
Manly beat Warriors in one-sided NRL clash
Manly have flogged the Warriors 44-12 to stay in touch with the NRL top-eight as axed Origin forward Jake Trbojevic played his best game of the season.
Brumbies dig deep for Super playoffs win
The Brumbies will head to the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals after knocking off the Hurricanes 35-25 at GIO Stadium on Saturday night.
Sydney Swans stun Demons in AFL thriller
The Sydney Swans have upset reigning AFL premiers Melbourne, recovering after conceding the first five goals to defeat the Demons by 12 points at the MCG.
Swiatek hammers Gauff in French Open final
Iga Swiatek has beaten 18-year-old American Coco Gauff 6-1 6-3 in the French Open final to collect her second French Open title.
Trbojevic puts Origin pain in rear mirror
Jake Trbojevic wanted to ensure his State of Origin disappointment did not spill into Manly's camp before rebounding for the Sea Eagles against the Warriors.
Stumbling Demons wait on McDonald scans
Melbourne premiership forward Tom McDonald will have scans on a sore foot as the Demons hope he has avoided a Lisfranc joint injury.
Minjee Lee in control of US Women’s Open
Australian golf star Minjee Lee has established a three-shot lead after the third round of the US Women's Open, the fourth women's golf major of the year.
Origin call has Coates floating on clouds
Work with retired Collingwood AFL captain Nick Maxwell has added to Queenslander Xavier Coates' aerial threat ahead of Wednesday's State of Origin opener.
Big year not done for Socceroo Genreau
Socceroo Denis Genreau is eyeing off more success in 2022 at the World Cup play-offs after a season - and pitch invasion - to remember in France with Toulouse.
Brumbies set to get Valetini semis boost
The Brumbies will be underdogs when they face the Blues in a Super Rugby Pacific semi-final at Eden Park, but their captain and coach say they're up for it.
Elliott a late withdrawal against Hawks
Collingwood have lost Jamie Elliott to illness ahead of their AFL clash with Hawthorn at he MCG on Sunday.
Blues backing new-look Origin centres duo
NSW captain James Tedesco says the absences of star State of Origin centres Tom Trbojevic and Latrell Mitchell won't force the Blues to change their game.
Kambosos Jr loses world lightweight titles
Australian boxer George Kambosos Jr has suffered a 12-round points loss to American Devin Haney in the undisputed lightweight world title fight in Melbourne.
Crichton’s rise confirms junior buzz
Stephen Crichton's NSW State of Origin debut comes only three years after he completely won over Blues officials with his talent in his maiden underage camp.
Fever beat Swifts in netball heart-stopper
West Coast Fever have locked in second spot on the Super Netball ladder after a NSW Swifts comeback came undone in a catastrophic final 10 seconds
St Kilda boss not interested in Clarkson
St Kilda have started to talks with coach Brett Ratten about a contract extension and won't call Alastair Clarkson, chief executive Matt Finnis says.
Kambosos intent on cementing boxing legacy
George Kambosos Jr believes nothing can stop him beating American Devin Haney and becoming Australia's first-ever four-belt boxing world champion on Sunday.
Lawn bowlers eye Commonwealth Games gold
Australia's elite lawn bowlers are leaving no stone unturned in their bid for gold medals at the looming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Machado announces departure from Taipans
Former NBL MVP runner-up Scott Machado has announced his departure from Cairns after three years with the club.
NRL’s foul play downgrade for Origin games
The NRL has changed the way players will be punished for foul play in representative football, lessening the chance of bans carrying into club football.
Lions coach Fagan backs under-fire Andrews
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says Harris Andrews has become a victim of his own high standards after copping some criticism this week.
Raiders champion Croker done for season
The Canberra Raiders have been delivered a crushing blow with champion Jarrod Croker needing shoulder surgery, ruling him out for the rest of the season.
Yeo uncomfortable with NRL’s best lock tag
Isaah Yeo is now regarded as the NRL's best lock but the title doesn't sit well with the Penrith and NSW State of Origin star.
Smith puts Fa’asuamaleaui at Origin ease
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has enjoyed his reunion with former Melbourne star Cameron Smith, who he says has had a calming influence in Origin camp.
Blues back-three give NSW big advantage
The power of NSW's back-three threatens to swing the State of Origin series-opener in the Blues' favour, making 177 more metres per game than the Queenslanders.
Mooy minutes vital for Socceroos: Milligan
Former Socceroos captain Mark Milligan believes Aaron Mooy's hour-long effort in a friendly against Jordan is vitally important for Australia's World Cup hopes.
Demons bring back four AFL stars for Swans
Melbourne have responded to a rare AFL loss by bringing back four premiership stars, including Christian Salem, for their round 12 clash with the Sydney Swans.
Smith, Keeney dominate syncro diving event
Diving stars Anabelle Smith and Maddison Keeney are determined to put setbacks and injury behind them as they target the Commonwealth Games.