‘It is crazy’: Skippers call for Origin date change
Women's State of Origin would be a better product for fans and players if it was played during the NRLW competition insist the Queensland and NSW captains.
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Down and out in Paris: Sinner feels heat in boilover
History-bound Jannik Sinner has suffered an incredible collapse to bow of the French Open, ending the most dominant duopoly in the annals of men's grand slams.
Dasha wins but Aussie giant-killers’ Paris dreams melt
Resurgent Daria Kasatkina has earned a French Open third-round date with the world No.1 but Adam Walton and Kimberly Birrell have been knocked out in Paris.
Bluewash: NSW claim historic women’s Origin clean sweep
NSW have beaten Queensland 12-4 in the final match of the women's State of Origin series to make history with lock Olivia Kernick starring on the Gold Coast.
Simply elite: in-form Cats wary of rejuvenated Blues
Carlton are a perfect 2-0 under interim coach Josh Fraser and are aiming to take a big scalp when they lock horns with Geelong on Friday night.
Cash-strapped FA ‘not reliant on’ Socceroos Cup bailout
Forced to make cost-cutting measures, cash-strapped Football Australia aren't placing any pressure on the Socceroos to go deep at the World Cup.
‘No apology’: NRL backs referee Klein’s send-off call
The NRL has supported Ashley Klein's controversial and game-changing decision to send off Kalyn Ponga, saying the Origin whistleblower got the call right.
Lions expect skipper to ‘fight through’ Voss attention
Fremantle's fiery forward Patrick Voss could have Brisbane defender Harris Andrews in his sights in a huge clash at the Gabba on Saturday.
‘Always a blessing’: Haas boosts Broncos and NSW
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has a first-up agenda of reviving Brisbane's season in a key area as he also puts himself in the frame for a return to to the NSW side.
Lions veteran Zorko hit for six, Swans rest Grundy
Brisbane will have to battle out of their recent form slide without star veteran Dayne Zorko after scans more injury damage.
‘Beats defenders easily’: Reds teen licensed to run
Queensland teenager Treyvon Pritchard will be able to showcase his skills at fullback against the Drua as the Reds ready for the Super Rugby Pacific finals.
‘I plan to be back’: Jensen rises from lung blood clots
Brisbane prop Corey Jensen has described the "whirlwind" episode that led to him spending nine days in hospital with blood clots in his lung.
Manly holding no grudges towards ‘great guy’ Ponga
Kalyn Ponga's shoulder charge will sideline recent NSW debutant Tolu Koula for two games, but Manly interim coach Kieran Foran is holding no grudges.
Freo taking nothing for granted against hurting Lions
Fremantle are set to be without Hayden Young for a third straight match as they prepare to take on a Brisbane outfit gunning to make amends for a rare flop.
Interim coach Solomon ‘won’t consider’ Bombers job
Essendon interim coach Dean Solomon says he won't think about the full-time position while attempting to steer the Bombers through the rest of the AFL season.
Cleary doesn’t care if masterclass silences doubters
For so long under fire over his record in big State of Origin moments, NSW halfback Nathan Cleary had his fingerprints all over a gripping game-one comeback.
IOC say sports cut from Brisbane 2032 could return
Sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics could be restored at future Games but IOC chief warns costs must be managed.
Maroons to embrace history in bid to create their own
Queensland must become the first team to come from 1-0 down in consecutive series to retain the State of Origin shield, but it is history that will drive them.
There’ll be a spot for Moses in game two: Daley
Mitch Moses missed the State of Origin series opener through injury but there'll be a spot for him on the NSW teamsheet for game two, says coach Laurie Daley.
Brave Kokkinakis bid ended by yet another cruel injury
Thanasi Kokkinakis's brave bid to resurrect his injury-plagued career has suffered another cruel blow as he pulled out of his French Open second-round clash.
Pretty heartbreaking: Ponga’s pain at Maroons’ collapse
Kalyn Ponga has avoided a ban for the send off that shaped State of Origin I, but the Queensland fullback says he feels responsible for the Maroons' loss.
A piece of home: Birrell up in lights in City of Lights
She loves the Gold Coast, but Kim Birrell feels nearly as at home in Paris where her French 'second family' have been cheering her remarkable breakthrough.
Cleary, Tedesco fire NSW to classic Origin comeback win
Superstars Nathan Cleary and James Tedesco and rookie Ethan Strange have piloted NSW to a thrilling, series-opening 22-20 State of Origin win over Queensland.
New talent outweighs old habits in Blues triumph
NSW's debutants Ethan Strange, Casey McLean and Blayke Brailey have all starred in a comeback win for the ages that clinched the State of Origin series opener.
Walker lives up to Langer hype in debut heartbreaker
Queensland have lost the State of Origin series opener in controversial circumstances, but discovered a star in debutant No.7 Sam Walker.
Ponga dodges ban for send-off that shook Origin
Kalyn Ponga won't be suspended for the shoulder charge on Tolu Koula that led to fullback being sent off and ultimately cost Queensland the Origin opener.
Coventry offers hope to cut sports at Brisbane Games
IOC president Kirsty Coventry has delivered a special message to leaders of sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program.
He’s a special one: Dockers in awe of Murphy Reid
Murphy Reid is already a star just 18 months into his AFL journey, with his hot form playing a key role in Fremantle becoming premiership favourites.
Larkham picks big guns for ACT Brumbies’ crunch match
Stephen Larkham has picked a full-strength side as the Brumbies' home finals hopes go on the line in a crucial Super Rugby Pacific clash with Moana Pasifika.
Destiny in Maroons’ hands as NSW eye historic whitewash
Queensland debutant fullback Destiny Mino-Sinapati has made an inspiring rise from injury as the Maroons aim to deny NSW a historic State of Origin whitewash.
‘The crap they carry on with’: Gallen’s Origin rocket
Paul Gallen has lit the fuse for an explosive State of Origin series, declaring Queenslanders full of self-importance and saying he can't wait for a NSW win.