Fretwell the super shot star in lethal Lightning strike
Sunshine Coast goal attack Steph Fretwell was in ominous touch from super shot range to help her team post their fifth win of the season.
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Boxing unification call-out is music to Opetaia’s ears
Jai Opetaia's pursuit of a unification clash with Mexican two-division world champion Gilberto Ramirez is gaining momentum.
Bateman gains revenge in Cowboys win over Wests Tigers
North Queensland looked set for a 50-point win before the Wests Tigers roared home, scoring four late tries for a thrilling finish in Townsville.
Kasatkina delivers 37-year first for Aussies in Paris
Daria Kasatkina has ensured there will be a player from Australia in both the men's and women's last-16 at the same French Open for the first time since 1988.
Cherry-Evans makes Origin statement in big Manly win
Daly Cherry-Evans says he would be at peace with whatever call Queensland make on his State of Origin future, after starring in Manly's 34-6 win over Brisbane.
Reds’ romp soured by late injury to Wallabies star
Lachie Anderson matched Joe Roff and Drew Mitchell with four tries but the Queensland Reds big win over the Fijian Drua was soured by a trio of late injuries.
Giant upset proves mission impossible, but Yze ‘proud’
Richmond were left ruing a wasteful 10.17 as they lost by three points to GWS, with coach Adem Yze proud of their effort while disappointed with the result.
City beat Victory in A-League Men derby grand final
Melbourne City have beaten fierce rivals Melbourne Victory 1-0 in the A-League Men grand final to claim their second championship.
F1 leader Piastri claims pole position for Spanish GP
F1 championship leader Oscar Piastri seized pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix on Saturday with teammate Lando Norris completing a McLaren one-two.
‘Unacceptable, embarrassing’: Swans go soul searching
Sydney coach Dean Cox has warned his players there will be no hiding after an "embarrassing" 90-point loss to Adelaide.
Coach’s challenge for Drua to fight through road woes
Coach Glen Jackson issued a challenge to his players after the Fijian Drua finished the Super Rugby Pacific season winless away from their home fortress.
Aussie Harper wins and Yates rides into pink at Giro
Chris Harper has earned the biggest win of his career at the Giro d'Italia - but the Australian was even happier for sensational champion-elect Simon Yates.
‘We throw down’: Tszyu-Fundora rematch on Pacquiao card
Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu will joust for a world title in a rematch with Sebastian Fundora on a stacked card in Las Vegas headlined by Manny Pacquiao.
City star’s Socceroos hopes hit by fresh injury
Melbourne City dynamo Mathew Leckie battled through a busted nose to star in the A-League Men grand final but is now unlikely to feature for the Socceroos.
Sprint sensation Kennedy breaks magical 10-second mark
Lachlan Kennedy has joined fellow sprinter Patrick Johnson in one of Australian sport's most exclusive clubs.
Worth the wait? Limbo over as Matildas land Montemurro
Joe Montemurro has been named as the next coach of the Matildas in a deal that runs until the end of the Los Angeles Olympics.
In rare rugby air, Tokyo Olympian relishes clarity
Lachie Anderson, a Tokyo Olympian and former Rebels winger, has joined an exclusive Australian rugby group after his four-try haul for the Queensland Reds.
The one thing Nawaqanitawase must fix to dominate NRL
Mark Nawaqanitawase's handling has been ruthlessly exposed by rival NRL sides but Roosters coach Trent Robinson is willing to play the long game.
Hawks slumping, Swans facing rare uncertain times
Hawthorn have lost three matches in a row and have more big challenges to come as their premiership credentials face a stern test.
Cats set to welcome back star veteran for Suns showdown
Geelong veteran Patrick Dangerfield has only missed two games with a hamstring injury, but the Cats are confident he is ready to return.
Piastri powers to brilliant Spanish Grand Prix victory
Australia's Oscar Piastri has extended his Formula One championship lead by claiming a superb victory at the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona.
Back to drawing board for Popyrin in Paris anti-climax
Alexei Popyrin has been beaten convincingly in straight sets by American Tommy Paul as the Australian men's challenge ended at Roland Garros.
Youthful Raiders overpower Roosters in NRL win
Without Jamal Fogarty and Tom Starling, Canberra's future has shone brightly in a 26-24 win over the Sydney Roosters.
Rowell cleared but is mature-age Demon in strife again?
Star Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell has escaped sanction for his glancing blow on an opponent, but Melbourne's Aidan Johnson faces a nervous wait.
Origin stars breathe new life into Panthers’ NRL season
Penrith have climbed off the bottom of the NRL ladder with a gritty defeat of their most bitter rivals Parramatta.
Johnston close to new deal as NRL try record beckons
Alex Johnston's hopes of breaking Ken Irvine's try-scoring record have been given a significant boost, with talks ramping up on a new deal at South Sydney.
Perfect Fowler-Nembhard inspires Fever in Super Netball
Jamaican powerhouse Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard has shot 68 goals without missing to inspire West Coast Fever to a 82-65 smashing of the Queensland Firebirds.
Barnett’s Origin fitness clouded as Warriors top Souths
Alex Johnston has scored his 200th career try with a hat-trick for South Sydney against the Warriors, but it wasn't enough to stop the Rabbitohs losing 36-30.
Richmond believe Dustin Martin would be a ‘great coach’
Richmond coach Adem Yze has pitched to retired legend Dustin Martin to return to the Tigers in any off-field role he wants.
Sicily talk ‘storm in tea cup’ says bristling Mitchell
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has fiercely defended James Sicily amid speculation about the Hawks captain's AFL form and fitness.
Paralympics boss positive about Brisbane 2032 progress
The international Paralympics boss is positive about the progress Brisbane is making ahead of the 2032 Games despite several false starts.