Ratten relaxed over Saints contract talks
St Kilda coach Brett Ratten is out of contract this year but no longer appears on shaky ground after a 7-3 start to the AFL season.
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Osaka, Krejcikova, knocked out in Paris
Defending champion Barbora Krejcikova has lost in the first round of the French Open with four-time grand slam champ Naomi Osaka also out at Roland Garros.
Saville dashes to victory in French Open
Daria Saville is back as Australia's No.2 woman player after racing to a quick win at the French Open over Greek qualifier Valentini Grammatikopoulou.
Docker Sam Switkowski sent to AFL Tribunal
Fremantle forward Sam Switkowski is facing suspension after being referred straight to the AFL Tribunal for a dangerous chicken wing tackle.
Dangerfield set for stint on AFL sidelines
Patrick Dangerfield will have to complete a mid-season training block to strengthen his injured calf before returning to bolster Geelong's AFL finals push.
Sydney FC appoint Santo as new CEO
Sydney FC have named the replacement for outgoing CEO Danny Townsend, with long-serving executive Adam Santo being promoted into the role.
Bird’s Dragons NRL deal finally done
Jack Bird has re-signed with St George Illawarra on a two-year deal, with both he and the NRL club having a mutual option for a third season.
Free kick calls put AFL umps in spotlight
There's plenty of commentary on the AFL umpires after a weekend where there were several contentious free kicks paid.
NRL unhappy on Souths head-knock comments
NRL head of football Graham Annesley has told coaches to butt out on commentary over head knocks, after South Sydney's unease over Taane Milne being ruled out.
Townsville public memorial for Symonds
Former Test cricketer Andrew Symonds' life will be celebrated by past teammates in a no-jacket, no-tie memorial service in Townsville.
Lynch targets Tigers return after AFL bye
Richmond duo Tom Lynch (hamstring) and Kane Lambert (hip) are sidelined this week but the AFL bye in round 12 will give them extra time to recover.
English test for Bulldogs’ AFL trip west
Tim English is one of a few senior Western Bulldogs players likely to put their hands up for a return to AFL action this week.
Lynch concussion leaves Hawks short in AFL
Max Lynch has joined fellow ruckmen Ben McEvoy and Ned Reeves on Hawthorn's injury list ahead of the AFL match against Gold Coast.
Collins knows he’s no QLD Origin certainty
Lindsay Collins has admitted he is unsure if he will be able to regain his Queensland State of Origin jersey while not at his best on return from knee injury.
Injured O’Connor to miss Reds Super finals
James O'Connor has a hamstring tear and is expected to be sidelined for four weeks, ruling him out of the Queensland Reds' Super Rugby Pacific finals campaign.
Broncos young gun backed for Maroons
Brisbane young gun Selwyn Cobbo has been backed as a Queensland State of Origin bolter by NRL teammate Kotoni Staggs after the Maroons lost winger Kyle Feldt.
Cowboys lose Feldt, Taumalolo to injuries
North Queensland will have to tackle NRL premiers Penrith without injured representative duo Kyle Feldt and Jason Taumalolo.
Versatility an Origin asset for Matterson
After being on the cusp of a State of Origin debut, Ryan Matterson says he is ready to step up for NSW.
Pop star status helps my swimming: Simpson
Four years after singing for the Queen at a Commonwealth Games function, Cody Simpson will swim for Australia at the Birmingham Games.
Warriors’ Harris-Tavita to take NRL hiatus
Talented Warriors halfback Chanel Harris-Tavita has chosen to put his NRL career on hold, opting to take a hiatus from the game.
England’s Aussie hooker hit by knee injury
England's Australian-born hooker Nic Dolly, dubbed the Human Mullet, is set to miss their three-Test series against the Wallabies with a serious knee injury.
Smith embarrassed by Storm’s recent form
As Melbourne prepare to face Manly, the Storm's Brandon Smith says his team's recent NRL form is embarrassing.
Jason Cummings in dark over Socceroos call
Jason Cummings isn't holding his breath that he will be included in Graham Arnold's latest Socceroos squad.
Bronco Staggs eager for Origin chance
In-form Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs is hoping his path back from an ACL injury leads to a NSW State of Origin call-up at the end of the week.
Unfounded story lines take toll: Chalmers
Swim star Kyle Chalmers says unfounded story lines also involving Emma McKeon and Cody Simpson have been too much to handle.
Justin Thomas claims US PGA Championship
Justin Thomas has won his second US PGA Championship after edging out fellow American Will Zalatoris in a three-hole play-off in Oklahoma.
Smith, Herbert share Aussie honours at PGA
World No.4 Cameron Smith and emerging star Lucas Herbert have finished as joint leading Australians following strong finishes to the US PGA Championship.
Kubler win saves day for Aussies in Paris
Qualifier Jason Kubler was the unlikely saviour for Australian tennis at the French Open, winning a late-night thriller after four of his compatriots had lost.
Tomljanovic is taking on the Barty mantle
Ajla Tomljanovic wants to prove herself worthy of taking over the Australian No.1 spot from Ash Barty at the French Open.
Pies delivered Dockers stern reality check
Fremantle have lost two games on the trot, and they'll be up against it on Saturday when they take on defending premiers Melbourne at the MCG.
Jack elated at return to Aussie swim team
Swimmer Shayna Jack can't wipe the smile from her face after her comeback from a doping ban ended with selection for the world titles and Commonwealth Games.