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.
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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.
Aussie Thompson lands marquee Nadal draw
Jordan Thompson has landed the French Open dream draw - or should that be nightmare draw - with an opening match against 13-time champion Rafael Nadal.
Rough draw for French Open heavyweights
Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz have all landed in the same top-half of an unbalanced men's draw for the French Open at Roland Garros.
Afternoon AFL grand final returns for 2022
The AFL grand final will revert to its traditional 2.30pm opening bounce for the first decider held in Melbourne since 2019, in a win for people power.
Banks boost as Rennie eyes England Tests
Tom Banks's hopes of wearing the No.15 against England in July have been boosted despite his likely move to Japanese rugby.
Ponga pleased with Milford’s Knights bow
Newcastle are confident there is more to come from Anthony Milford after he made his first appearance of the 2022 season in their loss against Brisbane.
I can swim faster: world record holder
Australia's new breaststroke world record holder Zac Stubblety-Cook believes he can lower his benchmark when pushed by world-class rivals next month.
McQueen on track to be fit for final
Huddersfield second-rower Chris McQueen is winning his race to be fit for the Challenge Cup final against Wigan.
Broncos move into fourth on the ladder after putting Knights to the sword
Brisbane's renaissance in 2022 has continued with the Broncos claiming a 36-12 NRL victory over Newcastle.
Aussie Kubler makes French Open main draw
Australian Jason Kubler has made it into his first-ever main draw at the French Open after winning his final qualifying match - on his birthday.
Besieged Bombers shun AFL selection axe
Devon Smith is the only inclusion for Essendon's AFL clash with Richmond, while Collingwood will welcome back some big names in round 10.
Australia A rugby revived for Pacific Cup
Australia A will play in the Pacific Nations Cup in July against Fiji, Samoa and Tonga with Rugby Australia reviving the development team to boost player depth.
Dragons back Sloan to be a future NRL star
St George Illawarra players are adamant that Tyrell Sloan can recover from being dropped twice already this year to one day be among the NRL's best fullbacks.
Eels, Manly big guns challenged to fire
Parramatta's senior players have been asked to lift while Manly's are volunteering to do the same ahead of their NRL clash on Friday.
AFLW players to get huge pay rise
AFLW players have been handed an average 94 per cent pay rise under a new one-year deal with the AFL, but are eyeing a longer season in the future.
Broncos upbeat over Reynolds fitness
Brisbane are confident Adam Reynolds will recover from a groin injury for next week's game against the Gold Coast.
Cody Simpson pool ambitions hit high note
Even at the height of his global pop star fame, Cody Simpson had a dream to swim for Australia.
Potter has no eye for long-term Dogs role
Interim Canterbury coach Mick Potter has not considered the prospect of taking charge of the NRL club beyond 2022, after Trent Barrett's exit.
Nine new Wallaroos for Pacific Four rugby
Wallaroos coach Jay Tregonning has included nine uncapped players in a 32-strong squad to travel to New Zealand for the Pacific Four series next month.
Fyfe to play through pain in AFL return
Fremantle AFL skipper Nat Fyfe is on track to return against Brisbane in round 12, but he won't be pain-free when he steps out onto the field.
Dolphins look to develop young PNG players
Queensland Cup side the PNG Hunters will send four players to the Dolphins NRL pre-season training in a partnership to develop young Papua New Guineans.
Mitchell back into Hawks’ AFL midfield
Experienced Hawthorn on-baller Tom Mitchell will return to the centre square in the AFL clash with Brisbane after a week off through illness.