Hat passed around for Qld rodeo rider
A novice bull rider from NSW has died from his injuries in hospital after falling from an animal at a rodeo event in southern Queensland on New Year's Eve.
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Basement ALW clubs meet in Wellington
At least one of Wellington or Western Sydney will pick up their first points of the A-League Women season when the teams meet at Sky Stadium.
NRL’s Dragons sign Murdoch-Masila
St George Illawarra have signed experienced NRL forward Ben Murdoch-Masila after the Warriors granted him a release last month.
Kvitova, Ruud cruise to United Cup wins
Petra Kvitova's victory clinched a United Cup group-stage win for the Czech Republic over Germany, while Casper Ruud provided brief respite for Norway.
Davies, Cutting riding Thunder’s BBL wave
They might be surf buddies off the pitch but young batter Ollie Davies welcomes his rivalry with Ben Cutting for a place in Sydney Thunder's resurgent BBL side.
Man dies after fall from bull at Qld rodeo
A man in his 20s has died after suffering serious chest injuries when he was thrown from a bull at a rodeo event in southern Queensland.
Kvitova seals United Cup tie for Czechs
Petra Kvitova has beaten Germany's Laura Siegemund in straight sets to clinch a first United Cup group-stage win for the Czech Republic in Sydney.
Mariners give Kuol winning ALM farewell
Socceroo Jason Cummins has scored twice as his Central Coast teammate Garang Kuol farewelled the A League Men's side with a 2-1 home win over Melbourne Victory.
Wildcats too strong for Hawks in NBL clash
The Perth Wildcats have chalked up their highest score of the season to knock off the Illawarra Hawks 107-97 in the NBL.
Thunder post huge BBL total to beat Hobart
The Sydney Thunder have staved off swashbuckling Hobart Hurricanes captain Matthew Wade and defended their 228-run total in their Big Bash League clash.
Polish star Swiatek on song at United Cup
Poland's world No.1 Iga Swiatek has started the new season in style, powering through her opening match at the United Cup against Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva.
Slick Sydney FC crush Brisbane Roar in ALW
Sydney FC have won their fifth A-League Women game in a row with a 4-1 success over Brisbane Roar, three weeks after beating them 4-0.
Suns’ Andrew charged with drink-driving
Gold Coast's Mac Andrew has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after failing a blood alcohol test in the early hours of New Year's Eve.
Zverev below best form in United Cup loss
Former world No.2 Alexander Zverev has been beaten by Czech Jiri Lehecka at the United Cup in Sydney on his return following ankle surgery.
Dolphins No.7 O’Sullivan’s debt to Cleary
New Dolphins playmaker Sean O'Sullivan discovered himself at the Panthers and is ready to repay coach Wayne Bennett's faith in the 2023 NRL season.
Horn inspires Aussie boxing’s next wave
Some of Australian boxing's most respected figures agree the origins of the latest golden era can be traced to Jeff Horn's heroics five years ago.
We’ll never forget him: Brazil mourns Pele
A mournful Brazil is preparing to bury its legendary soccer champion Pele whose death continues to be marked around the world.
Holiday brings change in Thunder fortunes
Wicketkeeper-batsman Matthew Gilkes has helped spearhead the Sydney Thunder's post-Christmas BBL revival after a horror start to the season.
Roar eyeing January Austin ALM replacement
Brisbane Roar are in talks with strikers who could replace Charlie Austin as they look to get busy in the upcoming January transfer window.
Nadal aims to end his mixed 2022 on a high
Rafael Nadal won two slams then endured numerous injuries in 2022, but he is back fit and aiming to make an impact at the first United Cup mixed-teams event.
Pele tributes held at A-League matches
The A-Leagues are celebrating the life and career of Pele with a moment of applause before each men's and women's game.
Prijovic goal earns United draw with Roar
Western United have fought back from a goal down to earn a 1-1 A-League Men draw with Brisbane Roar via Aleksandar Prijovic's excellent diving header.
Kubler stuns but Australia falls to GB
Great Britain has defeated Australia 3-2 in their first tie at the United Cup but Jason Kubler's come-from-behind win gave the hosts something to cheer about.
Glory ALM rebuild taking shape: Zadkovich
Perth Glory sit on last on the A-League Men ladder but coach Ruben Zadkovich feels like he has some important pieces in place for future success.
Gades to bat first against Sixers in BBL
The Melbourne Renegades will bat first against the Sydney Sixers at Geelong's GMHBA Stadium, where the hosts are looking to bounce back.
Wawrinka posts plucky win at United Cup
Switzerland, the US, France and Italy have all recorded wins at the United Cup mixed teams tournament.
Eureka moment ignites Roar’s Rankin in ALW
Brisbane Roar's Jamilla Rankin is one of the best centre-backs in the ALW and being mentored by a Matildas great helped her stunning rise to national honours.
Proteas’ batting ‘thin’ says No.4 Bavuma
Experienced South Africa No.4 Temba Bavuma says the Proteas need to boost their batting stocks after being blown away by Australia in Brisbane and Melbourne.
US, Italy win first United Cup tennis ties
The United Stateshave taken an unassailable 3-1 lead over the Czech Republic in the United Cup after Tomas Machac was forced to retire against Frances Tiafoe.
Bronco Robati charged with sexual assault
Brisbane Broncos forward TC Robati has stood himself down from all club activities and will face court next month after an alleged incident in a bar.
Majestic Pele was beautiful game’s King
Pele won a record three World Cups in his peerless soccer career and was regarded unaminously as one of his sport's all-time greatest players