Workhorse Trbojevic primed for NSW return
Spurred on by a return to the NSW set-up, Jake Trbojevic hopes to be a difference-maker as the Blues look to square the series against Queensland in Perth.
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Nofoaluma backs Tigers teammate Brooks
David Nofoaluma says the Wests Tigers' playing group has not been informed as to whether Luke Brooks will be dropped to reserve grade for their next game.
NSW’s Crichton ready for Munster challenge
NSW centre Stephen Crichton is keen to make amends after being left red-faced by Maroons magician and man-of-the-match Cameron Munster in Origin I.
Trans rulings up to individual sports: AOC
The Australian Olympic Committee will defer to individual sports' rulings on transgender women's eligibility to compete in women's categories.
Green eyeing second LPGA major in Maryland
Australian Hannah Green feels ready to try to win a second major in the Women's LPGA Championship this week at the Congressional Country Club in Maryland.
Papalii happy with Qld Origin cameo role
Veteran prop Josh Papalii played just 20 minutes across two stints of Queensland's State of Origin game one win against NSW in Sydney.
Roosters confirm new NRLW signings
The Sydney Roosters will hope the signings of Destiny Brill, Jayme Fressard and Shaniah Power can bolster their chances of winning consecutive premierships.
Dolphins sign ex-Origin player Lee
State of Origin representative and NRL premiership winner Brenko Lee has signed with the Dolphins on a two-year contract.
Overseas players thrust into BBL draft
Clubs will have the chance to retain one of their imports from last season during the newly formed BBL draft for overseas players.
Magpies grant De Goey AFL personal leave
Collingwood bad boy Jordan De Goey has been given personal leave and will not play in Sunday's game against GWS, with no time frame set for his return.
Hurt Jack out of world titles due to fall
Australian swimmer Shayna Jack has broken a hand after slipping in a warm-up area, forcing her to withdraw from the world championships in Budapest.
Kyrgios out of Mallorca in pre-Wimb scare
Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of his last tournament before Wimbledon, complaining of an abdominal injury.
Dominant Dees climb back to AFL summit
Steven May has returned from a club-imposed suspension to help Melbourne snap a three-match AFL losing streak with a dominant 64-point win over Brisbane.
Jumping Jeremiah ready to make Origin mark
Jeremiah Nanai is jumping at the chance to contribute to a Queensland State of Origin series win after avoiding serious injury and acclimatising in Sydney.
O’Callaghan leads Aussie 4×200 silver rush
Mollie O'Callaghan has picked up her third medal of the world championships in the 4x200m freestyle and looks good to strike her second gold next in Budapest.
Kyrgios plays it safe on Wimbledon fitness
Nick Kyrgios, who's confident of being at Wimbledon after pulling out of his warm-up in Mallorca, has slammed the ATP over its plans for off-court coaching.
Stars align for NSW in Women’s Origin
Gun prop Millie Boyle is one of five Dally M medallists in the NSW Women's State of Origin side that will play at GIO Stadium on Friday night.
Martin revels in Maroons’ ‘grub’ claims
Liam Martin has been crowned as Queensland's most hated New South Welshman but the Penrith backrower is at ease with the Maroons' claims he is a "grub".
Martin to test Munster’s Origin mettle
Queensland five-eighth Cameron Munster knows his patience will be tested by Blues enforcer Liam Martin, who he expects will target him physically.
Minor setback to freshen up Lions’ Zorko
Brisbane captain Dayne Zorko is certain he will return from a hamstring injury immediately after missing Thursday night's AFL heavyweight clash with Melbourne.
NSW must ditch nice guys Origin act: Paulo
Junior Paulo concedes NSW will have to get nasty in the battle for supremacy at the ruck in Origin II.
Scarred Opetaia’s boxing moment arrives
Five years to the day since Jeff Horn shocked Manny Pacquiao, Jai Opetaia will get his chance for a world title fight upset on the Gold Coast.
Weightman set to miss Dogs’ key AFL clash
After fighting through an elbow injury against GWS, Cody Weightman is likely to miss the Western Bulldogs' crucial AFL clash with Hawthorn.
NBA-ready Daniels eyes top-10 Draft pick
Teenage guard Dyson Daniels is positioned to become the latest Australian basketball talent to attract big interest at the NBA Draft this week.
Lions wary of Demons on rare MCG trip
Jimmy Tunstill will debut for top-of-the-ladder Brisbane in a rare trip to the MCG, where they expect a stuttering Melbourne to get back to their AFL best.
Kiwis Test team a Warriors-free zone
New Zealand have named their line-up for Saturday's rugby league Test against Tonga, including an exciting halves combination of Dylan Brown and Jahrome Hughes.
How Kiwis debutant Leota was almost a Blue
Moses Leota almost became NSW's version of Ronaldo Mulitalo last year when he was considered for State of Origin only to be ruled out by an eligibility check.
Buoyant Lee chasing third major golf title
World No.3 Australian Minjee Lee says she's feeling confident as she hunts a third major title at the Women's LPGA Championship in Maryland this week.
Basketball icon Jackson to join Opals camp
Australian basketball legend Lauren Jackson is coming out of international retirement to join the Opals squad ahead of the September World Cup in Sydney.
Australia spun out of Sri Lanka ODI series
David Warner can see the upside to Australia being spun out of their one-day series against Sri Lanka, saying it has made them better ready for the Tests.
Panicked Blues pose threat to Maroons
NSW's Penrith combinations pose a threat to Queensland's hopes of wrapping up the Origin series with a game to spare, according to Maroons great Billy Moore.