Phew, what a scorcher as Wimbledon endures heatwave
Wimbledon experienced the hottest opening day in its history but most spectators decided it was going to take more than a heatwave to spoil their big day out.
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Rachael Pearson turns NSW snub into peak fitness
Rachael Pearson is feeling fitter and stronger than at any point of her NRLW career, spurred on by missing out on a place in NSW's State of Origin side.
‘How good was that?’: Morahan on that try, 12 years on
A dozen years on from his Lions stunner, Reds and Wallabies flyer Luke Morahan reflects on that try, what happened next and why the Giteau Law needs changing.
‘Sack the board’: Carlton’s HQ defaced after poor loss
Coach Michael Voss says Carlton's character will be exposed by how they respond to another poor loss, but it has taken little time for fans to vent their anger.
‘We’re fired up’: Rocco tops historic Aussie draft call
Rocco Zikarsky, the 18-year-old, 220cm tall Queenslander, is one of four set to join a growing number of Australians in the NBA.
‘He’s ready’: Maguire says Walsh has made Maroons case
Reece Walsh will press his case for a Maroons recall as the Broncos aim to continue their resurgence against the in-form Warriors.
‘I have enough on my plate’: Lions won’t take the bait
The British and Irish Lions kick off their Australian tour on Saturday when they take on the Western Force, and coach Andy Farrell is keeping a laser focus.
Suns stirred, but not shaken, by string of losses
Gold Coast's star midfielder Matt Rowell has detailed the reasons for signing a two-year contract extension with the Suns.
Dockers tell Darcy to prepare for less game time
Fremantle will continue on with their two-ruckmen experiment, but Luke Jackson is still going to be given a licence to thrill in a variety of roles.
‘Mouthguards in’: tensions rise at Wallabies training
The Wallabies say the chance to impress coach Joe Schmidt ahead of the Lions series has brought an added edge to training for the year's first Test with Fiji.
Dragons coach says halves duo for Eels is deserved
Ahead of their Eels clash, Shane Flanagan says there are plenty of voices at the Dragons who back his selection as his in-form reserve grade halves impress.
NRL’s judiciary changes on hold after dispute notice
The Rugby League Players' Association have launched a formal dispute around the process the NRL used to implement its new judiciary rules.
Manly make next Trbojevic centre call after Tigers win
Tom Trbojevic has had a hand in two tries after moving to the centres, helping Manly overcome a scrappy first half to outlast Wests Tigers 28-10.
A last-16 hot date at Wimbledon? Demon’s not Djok-ing
Alex de Minaur could enjoy the clash that failed to materialise last year, with Novak Djokovic a potential last-16 opponent for Australia's big Wimbledon hope.
Origin decider fear for injured Ponga as Raiders go top
Newcastle skipper Kalyn Ponga's immediate playing future is in doubt after he failed to finish his side's 22-18 loss to the Raiders.
Aussie teen sensation Joint reaches Eastbourne final
Maya Joint has continued her extraordinary rise, reaching the final of another WTA event in Eastbourne at the age of just 19.
Hazlewood bowls Aussies to victory in Windies opener
Veteran quick Josh Hazlewood starred on day three as Australia claimed victory in the first of three Tests against the West Indies.
Blues happy to give Luai time to beat infection
NSW would ideally want Jarome Luai back at training by Thursday, after the Blues five-eighth was hospitalised with an infection ahead of State of Origin III.
DCE future not a distraction for Manly: Trbojevic
Daly Cherry-Evans won't be making an announcement on his future plans "any time soon", but Tom Trbojevic is insistent it's not an issue for him or Manly.
Referee contact charge adds to Tigers’ spine issues
Wests Tigers could be without their four first-choice spine members from the start of the year, along with a back-up half, with Heath Mason facing a ban.
All aboard the Penrith revival after 8-6 win over Dogs
Penrith have claimed a fourth straight win to establish themselves firmly in the NRL's top eight, after a tense 8-6 win over Canterbury.
Carlton crash to horror loss as pressure rises on coach
Port Adelaide have thrashed a lacklustre Carlton by 50 points as the pressure intensifies on Blues coach Michael Voss.
Golden day for Aussies as quartet earn Wimbledon spots
Four more Australians have qualified for Wimbledon's main draw, taking the green-and-gold contingent to 17, while Maya Joint reached the Eastbourne semi-final.
McNamara ends goal drought to help save sloppy Matildas
Holly McNamara has broken her international goal drought to help lead the Matildas to a 3-0 win over Slovenia at HBF Park.
Konstas struggles, Smith’s void laid bare in tight Test
The first West Indies Test is in the balance after Australia's top order folded yet again, with Sam Konstas out cheaply after struggling against Shamar Joseph.
Bulldogs say Galvin off bench could be best way forward
Lachlan Galvin could still be left coming off Canterbury's bench after the State of Origin period, with coach Cameron Ciraldo liking the current rotation.
To’o avoids ban, but knee still a hurdle before Origin
NSW State of Origin winger Brian To'o has avoided a high-tackle ban, but will still likely need scans on his left knee before entering camp for game three.
‘We can help him’: Dolphins land out-of-favour Bronco
Brisbane's out-of-favour star Selwyn Cobbo won't leave early after securing a one-year NRL deal with NRL cross-town rivals the Dolphins.
Canberra back on NBL agenda with hosting of Blitz
Canberra will host the NBL Blitz in August at the renovated AIS Arena, nearly 40 years after the defunct Cannons won the last of their three titles.
Wallabies looking past Fiji flop as Lions series looms
Losing their last Test against Fiji, the Wallabies are determined not to let the Pacific Islanders wreck another big occasion with the Lions series approaching.
Paro pulverises rival in homecoming statement
Former world champion Liam Paro has put himself back in the frame with a devastating stoppage of American Jonathan Navarro in Cairns.