O’Sullivan prepared to step in for Cleary
Sean O'Sullivan is ready to deputise for Nathan Cleary in round one of the NRL season after playing for Penrith for the first time since he was in high school.
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Aussie Sio flying again in Super League
Aussie Ken Sio, last season's top try scorer in the Super League, has carried on where he left off with a four-try haul for Salford against newcomers Toulouse.
Beale’s done deal to return to Australia
Rugby Australia has announced veteran Wallabies playmaker Kurtley Beale will return home to play for the NSW Waratahs and possibly a fourth World Cup in 2023.
After Beijing, can the IOC save the Games?
The cordoned-off Olympic bubble that folds up when the closing ceremony ends has produced its usual collage of amazing athletes doing great things.
Aussies say goodbye to landmark Olympics
Australia's Winter Olympians have brought the curtain down on a successful Games in Beijing where they picked up a record four medals - but they can get better.
China says farewell to extraordinary Games
The Winter Olympics have closed with a spectacular ceremony and words of praise for the Chinese hosts of a "truly exceptional" Games.
Beijing’s safe but odd Olympics close
The COVID-19 bubble came to define the Beijing Winter Olympics amid figure skating's doping controversy and the emergence of new stars such as Eileen Gu.
Melbourne win in disrupted round of WNBL
Melbourne are back in the WNBL winner's circle with a much-needed 85-76 win over Sydney as they continue their push for a finals finish.
Tasmania rain threes in statement NBL win
NBL newcomers Tasmania have equalled an NBL record 22 made three's in an outstanding shooting performance against Illawarra.
Appleton claims third Geelong 70.3 title
Australian Sam Appleton and Dutch triathlete Lotte Wilms have started their 2022 campaigns with solid wins at the Geelong 70.3 race.
Dunster injured as Dragons beat Eels
Parramatta winger Haze Dunster suffered a potentially serious knee injury as St George Illawarra overcame a 16-0 deficit to win their NRL trial 26-22.
Olympian Plouffe in cycling Classic win
Australian Olympic track cyclist Maeve Plouffe has won the first women's Warrnambool Classic, taking out a reduced bunch sprint.
Fornaroli lifts Glory out of ALM cellar
Bruno Fornaroli has scored twice to give Perth a 2-0 A-League Men win over Brisbane in Launceston and lift the Glory off the bottom of the ladder.
Melb United thrash Breakers by 35 in NBL
Melbourne United have put up the highest score of the NBL season in a 108-73 blowout win over the New Zealand Breakers at home.
Geyer impresses as Penrith smash Sharks
Mavrik Geyer, the son of former Penrith hardman Mark, impressed as the Panthers smashed a young Cronulla team 34-6 in an NRL trial.
Hannah Green makes a slice of golf history
Hannah Green has dominated the final round to win the $200,000 TPS Murray River by four shots at 20 under par.
Sri Lanka scores thrilling T20 win vs Aust
Star batter Kusal Mendis has lifted Sri Lanka to a consolation Twenty20 victory, with the tourists defeating Australia by five wickets with a ball to spare.
Brumbies snatch Super Rugby Pacific win
Lachie Lonergan's late try has given the Brumbies a heart-stopping 29-23 win against a brave Western Force in their Super Rugby Pacific clash in Canberra.
Coach’s spray helps 36ers to NBL win
The Adelaide 36ers overcame a poor start to beat the Cairns Taipans 82-71 in their NBL clash in Adelaide.
LeBron’s high praise for Giddey NBA rise
Four-time NBA champion LeBron James has heaped high praise on Australian Josh Giddey at the NBA All-Star weekend.
Australians give bizarre Games thumbs-up
Despite strict COVID-19 conditions, Australia's Winter Olympians say there was still a lot to like about the Beijing Games.
Australians had Beijing hits and misses
While Australia secured its biggest return of Winter Olympics medals in Beijing, chef de mission Geoff Lipshut is also disappointed by missed chances.
Maddinson supreme as Vics gain small edge
Victoria grabbed the momentum against Queensland late on a topsy-turvy day three of their Sheffield Shield match with Nic Maddinson hitting a crucial century.
Tiger won’t commit to 2022 PGA Tour return
Tiger Woods is hopeful of returning from a career-threatening leg injury to the PGA Tour but won't commit to exactly when.
Thorn’s rare praise for forgotten fullback
Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn was gushing in his praise for understated fullback Jock Campbell after his team's victory over the Melbourne Rebels.
Rebels lament ‘weak’ Super Rugby start
Battling a mounting injury toll, the Melbourne Rebels are seeking answers fast after kicking off their Super Rugby season with a 23-5 loss to the Reds.
Bulls coach seeking Davila ALM protection
Macarthur FC coach Ante Milicic fears captain Ulises Davila could be literally kicked out of the ALM as teams try to stymie the Mexican's playmaking abilities.
Adams rules as Kings tame Wildcats
Jaylen Adams has continued his blistering NBL form with a 31-point outing as the Sydney Kings edged Perth 98-95 in the NBL.
Broncos surge to draw trial with Titans
Brisbane salvaged a last-gasp draw in Saturday's NRL trial against Gold Coast, but the puzzle over who will partner Adam Reynolds in the halves is no clearer.
Wilson’s statement as Reds grind by Rebels
Harry Wilson has shone as the Queensland Reds began their Super Rugby Pacific season with a grinding 23-5 defeat of the Melbourne Rebels at Suncorp Stadium.
Davila inspires Bulls to ALM win over Reds
Captain Ulises Davila has sparked Macarthur FC to a much-needed 4-1 win over Adelaide United, the Bulls' first A-League Men success this year.