Fittler wants Blues inspired by injuries
Brad Fittler has taken to using a pencil to plan his NSW State of Origin side with Tom Trbojevic the fifth Blue to go down with injury inside 14 days.
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Tours strip Wimbledon of ranking points
There will be no ranking points for Wimbledon after the ATP and WTA tours stripped them from the grand slam following the ban on Russian and Belarusian players.
Naden defends Barrett’s Dogs’ reign
Brent Naden says he felt coach Trent Barrett didn't get a fair crack of the whip after the pair both left Canterbury Bulldogs this week.
NRL defends late penalty as Hasler fumes
The NRL has backed the call for Manly's Christian Tuipulotu to be penalised for a high tackle late in Manly's loss to Parramatta, with coach Des Hasler fuming.
Curnow, Blues hold off Swans in AFL
Carlton key forward Charlie Curnow booted six goals as the Blues resisted a stern challenge from Sydney to win their AFL clash by 15 points.
O’Connor injury scare as Reds find form
The Reds were cruelly denied a crucial bonus point but were still celebrating the end of a four-game Super Rugby losing run against Moana Pasifika in Brisbane.
Potter pleased with Pangai impact for Dogs
Mick Potter will weigh up whether to keep Tevita Pangai Jr as a bench forward after sparking a resurgence from Canterbury in Friday's loss to the Wests Tigers.
Trbojevic down and out in Manly loss
NRL superstar Tom Trbojevic has suffered a dislocated shoulder injury in Manly's 22-20 loss to Parramatta.
Tigers extend Dogs’ week of woe
Canterbury's week of misery continued on Friday with the Wests Tigers claiming a 36-22 win.
Crusaders rout Drua in Super statement
The Crusaders have strengthened their hold on second place ahead of the Brumbies with a 61-3 Super Rugby Pacific drubbing of the Fijian Drua in Christchurch.
Mass changes for GWS as McVeigh takes over
Interim coach Mark McVeigh has made seven changes to the GWS line-up for his first game in charge of the AFL club, against West Coast on Sunday.
Will Brodie keen to jump on Fyfe bandwagon
Star Fremantle recruit Will Brodie says the return of Nat Fyfe will be a huge boost to the AFL team's midfield.
Roosters calm over Crichton contract talk
The Sydney Roosters aren't fazed by talk linking Angus Crichton with a move away from the club after he agreed to a new deal last year.
Supercars champ happy with busy schedule
When it comes to racing, there's never too much of a good thing for Supercars champion Shane van Gisbergen, with the Holden star's schedule busier than ever.
Honest conversations hope to spur Warriors
The New Zealand Warriors have had some tough conversations about their inconsistent play in the hope of reinvigorating them against the Dragons on Saturday.
United confident of turning ALM semi-final
Western United trail Melbourne Victory 1-0 after the first leg of their A-League Men semi-final but coach John Aloisi is confident they can turn the tables.
Warriors grant Lodge immediate release
Matt Lodge has been granted an immediate release by the Warriors with the prop unavailable to commit to the NRL club's return to New Zealand.
Ciraldo in no rush to exit Penrith: Cleary
Ivan Cleary is well aware he will one day lose Cameron Ciraldo to an NRL head coaching job he believes his assistant is no rush to leave Penrith.
Brumbies to measure up against Super Blues
The Brumbies will get a measure of their Super Rugby Pacific title credentials when they host the competition frontrunners in the Blues on Saturday.
Dockers rewarded as AFL releases fixtures
Fremantle will be back under the Friday night spotlight after their hot start to the AFL season.
Saints back youngsters to cover injuries
Coach Brett Ratten expects exciting teenagers Nasiah Wangaeneen-Milera and Marcus Windhager to make their most of their chances against Adelaide.
Cowboys’ blueprint shaped on Storm of old
North Queensland's success in 2022 can be attributed to mirroring the style of play made famous by Melbourne, whom they meet on Saturday night.
Beveridge after consistency from Bulldogs
The Western Bulldogs appear to have got their AFL season back on track but coach Luke Beveridge wants to see consistency from the 2021 grand finalists.
Titmus torn as she chases swim record
Australia's Ariarne Titmus says she's a tad annoyed at again coming close to breaking the longest-standing world record in women's swimming.
Matilda Carpenter out to conquer Europe
Matildas defender Ellie Carpenter is out to conquer Europe as her Lyon team attempts to dethrone Barcelona in Saturday's Women's Champions League final.
Stuart hails Raiders milestone man Papalii
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has hailed Josh Papalii as the front-rower prepares to become just the third Raider to play 250 NRL matches for the club.
Rooster Radley on England’s RLWC radar
Shaun Wane has left the door open for Sydney Roosters lock Victor Radley to represent England at the Rugby League World Cup later this year.
Bombers hero McDonald-Tipungwuti retires
Essendon cult hero Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti has retired from the AFL, saying he is ready for a life beyond football.
McIlroy enjoys flying start in US PGA
Rory McIlroy has finally found the fast start he's been craving in a major to lead the 104th PGA Championship, with Cameron Smith and Lucas Herbert in the mix.
Bowling doubts over Perry for Comm Games
A lower back stress fracture means Australian cricket star Ellyse Perry has been selected as a batter only ahead of the Commonwealth Games.
Smith’s stylish start to PGA Championship
Australian golf star Cameron Smith has rattled off seven birdies in a stylish two-under start to the 2022 US PGA Championship, the second major of the year.