Euros whet appetite for Women’s World Cup
Record-breaking attendances at the UEFA Women's Euro in England have organisers excited for what lies ahead for next year's trans-Tasman Women's World Cup.
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Beach volleyballers in form for Games bid
Tokyo Olympic silver medallists Taliqua Clancy and Mariafe Artacho del Solar have won a World Tour event in Portugal ahead of the Commonwealth Games.
Ryder’s future in doubt after injury blow
St Kilda ruckman Paddy Ryder will miss up to six weeks after suffering a calf injury, sparking fears the veteran may have played his last AFL game.
Bombers coach feels safe after win streak
Essendon coach Ben Rutten believes his job is safe after reeling off three straight wins as the AFL club undertakes an internal review.
England’s Stokes calls time on ODI career
England Test captain and 2019 World Cup hero Ben Stokes will quit one-day cricket following the opening game of a three-match series against South Africa.
AFL urges clubs to lift COVID discipline
The AFL admits it will have to manage surging COVID-19 case rates, asking players to take personal responsibility for protecting their health.
Test lock Jones in Reds rugby move
Six-Test Wallabies lock Luke Jones will return from France's Top 14 to bolster the Queensland Reds' second row after signing a three-year deal.
No nepotism in Dolphins deal: O’Sullivan
Penrith's Sean O'Sullivan will reunite with his recruitment manager father at the Dolphins but says the family connection alone didn't secure his contract.
Mariners’ Birighitti makes Scotland move
Central Coast goalkeeper Mark Birighitti has become the latest Australian footballer to head to the Scottish Premiership, joining Dundee United.
Villa outlast Leeds in Brisbane friendly
A Danny Ings penalty has lifted Aston Villa to a 1-0 win over Leeds United at Lang Park and secured a winning start to their Australian tour.
Resting players not disrespectful: Cleary
Penrith's decision to rest players for round 18 hit a nerve at Wests Tigers but coach Ivan Cleary said he meant no disrespect to his struggling opposition.
Panthers dig deep to outlast Tigers in NRL
Penrith rested their seven State of Origin players but they were too strong for Wests Tigers, winning their NRL clash 18-16.
Suns’ loss costly in AFL finals race
Zach Merrett starred and Jake Stringer kicked four goals as Essendon scored a fourth win in five AFL games with a 48-point upset of Gold Coast.
Tigers must keep Kimmorley: Hastings
Wests Tigers lock Jackson Hastings says interim coach Brett Kimmorley has earned the right to remain at the club in some capacity after 2022.
Papenhuyzen injured in Storm NRL defeat
Fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is likely to be sidelined for the rest of the season after fracturing a kneecap in Melbourne's 20-16 NRL home loss to Canberra.
Dons’ Rutten hails AFL cult hero Draper
Cult figure Sam Draper produced one of the highlights of the AFL season with his galloping goal in the final quarter of Essendon's win over Gold Coast.
Mitchell’s NRL masterclass sinks Bulldogs
Latrell Mitchell looks to be back to his best after spearheading South Sydney's 36-28 NRL win over Canterbury.
Jones in fiery exchange with rugby fan
England coach Eddie Jones has traded verbal blows with a Wallabies fan during the SCG Test, won by his team which wrapped up the three-Test series.
Hope for Smith amid early low rounds
Cameron Smith lost his British Open lead on Saturday but low scoring early on Sunday has provided hope he can catch the leaders in the final round.
‘Forty beers’ – Smith’s celebration plans
Laid-back larrikin champion Cameron Smith says he felt like drinking 40 beers after becoming Australia's first British Open champion in 29 years.
Mitchell the catalyst as Souths find form
Despite an impressive showing in South Sydney's win over Canterbury, Latrell Mitchell is still finding his feet after a lengthy lay-off.
Aussie Cameron Smith wins British Open
Australian golf star Cameron Smith has produced a spectacular fightback, featuring five straight birdies, to win the landmark 150th British Open at St Andrews.
Hockeyroos battle to win World Cup bronze
Australia's Hockeyroos have produced a stirring comeback to beat Germany 2-1 and take the bronze medal at the Women's World Cup.
Top end ODIs not trumped by The Hundred
Four Australians have been included in an ODI squad to play six games in Townsville and Cairns later next month that clash with their The Hundred campaigns.
Raiders’ Rapana faces two-game NRL ban
Jordan Rapana is expected to miss Canberra's next two games after being hit with two charges from Sunday's win over Melbourne.
No bull dust as Rutherfurd rides again
Champion bull rider Donovan Rutherfurd says trust and love for the animals is key to success as he prepares for the legendary Mount Isa Mines Rodeo.
Hawks, Eagles aim to ditch inconsistency
West Coast will be aiming to rebound from last week's Jekyll and Hyde display when they take on Hawthorn at the MCG.
Kubler dream run takes him into semi-final
Jason Kubler has made his first ATP tournament semi-final after beating fellow Aussie James Duckworth at the Hall of Fame Open grass-court event in Newport.
Papali’i breaks silence on NRL future
Parramatta second-rower Isaiah Papali'i has refused to confirm whether he will join the Wests Tigers in 2023 as planned.
Melbourne’s time is now: AFL coach Goodwin
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says it's time for his AFL reigning premiers to rediscover their best form, starting against Port Adelaide.
Browning bows out in opening round of 100m
Rohan Browning will turn his attention to the Commonwealth Games after a disappointing first-round exit at the world championships.