‘Burnt out’ Demon shattered by French Open collapse
Alex de Minaur has complained he's burnt out and mentally fatigued after losing a French Open match to Alexander Bublik in a manner he couldn't understand.
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‘Huge steps’ despite Bombers’ Gabba near miss
Essendon came from 32 points behind to briefly lead Brisbane at the Gabba, before the hosts kicked away for a tense 18-point triumph.
NSW praise Togatuki’s strength to play after tragedy
NSW prop Sarah Togatuki took the field for the third State of Origin match only days after the death of her sister.
Under-fire Brigginshaw opens up on her Origin future
Queensland captain Ali Brigginshaw has addressed her playing future following criticism of her form during the 2025 State of Origin series.
Ladder-leaders flex muscle to continue Hawthorn’s slide
Hawthorn have slumped to a third-straight defeat, unable to stay with premiership favourites Collingwood in a 51-point smashing at the MCG.
Big Ben’s return can chime for a loud Broncos boost
Karmichael Hunt has coached Brisbane prop Ben Te Kura and says he is ready to run amok in the NRL on his recall against Manly.
Red alert as Horsburgh enters Origin frame for Maroons
Canberra cult hero Corey Horsburgh has been backed to stake a claim for a Queensland recall as the Maroons aim to bounce back from a dire Origin loss.
Trailblazer Sermanni brings up new Matildas milestone
The Matildas' clash with Argentina in Melbourne will also mark veteran coach Tom Sermanni's 150th at the helm.
‘Silent assassin’ fires, Lions relish tough run to bye
An unsung Brisbane talent is finally out of the shadows as the defending premiers steady themselves for three tough games before a bye.
Gold Coast Titans sign young gun to long-term deal
Exciting New Zealand international Keano Kini has signed a monster contract extension to remain at the Gold Coast Titans.
Olympic snub puts fire in the belly of Matildas’ Grant
Matildas defender Charli Grant has come out the other side of the most challenging year of her career and is ready to shine.
‘Hard-done by’ Pearce heads to AFL Tribunal over ban
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir maintains the collision that led to captain Alex Pearce's three-game rough conduct ban was nothing more than a "footy act".
Why Moses’ Origin encore could eclipse toughest moment
Mitchell Moses finished last year's State of Origin decider with a ruptured biceps, but there's two reasons his Brisbane return with the Blues could be tougher.
Matthews defiant but England complete T20 clean sweep
Renegades star Hayley Matthews provided magnificent all-round resistance but was unable to prevent England completing a 3-0 clean sweep against West Indies.
Destroyer Toia gets Maroons tick from 1995 tyro Ikin
Ben Ikin, the youngest and least experienced State of Origin debutant, has explained why 10-game NRL rookie Robert Toia can shine on Queensland debut.
Kasatkina triumphs for her new ‘unbelievable country’
Australia's most celebrated tennis recruit Daria Kasatkina has talked emotionally of her "unbelievable" new country after her first win under the flag.
Galvin excused from Tigers training amid contract saga
Lachlan Galvin has been excused from Wests Tigers training and won't play for the club in round 13 as the teenage five-eighth's contract saga rolls on.
Wallabies workhorse has Super Rugby record in sight
Wallabies prop James Slipper has signed a contract extension that will see the Brumbies veteran become the game's most capped Super Rugby player.
Who dares wings: Val Holmes in on medal performance
Valentine Holmes has scored nine of his 13 State of Origin tries playing on the wing and he's set to join a prestigious club in his 20th match in maroon.
Crichton set to play for Blues and Daley ‘good as gold’
Stephen Crichton's corked leg has improved and NSW expect the star centre to be able to face Queensland in State of Origin I at Suncorp Stadium.
Young talent time: emerging Matildas ready for audition
With some senior Matildas missing the upcoming games against Argentina, emerging players Kahli Johnson and Amy Sayer know a huge opportunity awaits.
Selection squeeze at Collingwood as stars set to return
Sitting atop the AFL ladder, Collingwood will regain up to five stars for their upcoming blockbuster match against Hawthorn at the MCG.
Surf dog bites as Hawaiian bags second title at Margs
A Hawaiian great has helped steer Gabriela Bryan to win back-to-back titles at the Margaret River Pro, while tour veteran Jordy Smith claimed the men's trophy.
Blues rubbish Cleary claims on eve of State of Origin I
Nathan Cleary is set to play his first State of Origin game in almost two years at Suncorp Stadium, and Blues teammates say the star No.7 has nothing to prove.
Carlton’s new AFLW captain follows famous father
Carlton have chosen a favourite daughter to captain them this upcoming AFLW season, replacing pregnant defender Kerryn Peterson.
Manly suffer double Trbojevic blow for Broncos clash
Tom Trbojevic is set to join his brother Jake on the sidelines for Manly's home game against Brisbane, after aggravating a persistent issue with his thigh.
Billy Smith hits special milestone for Roosters
Billy Smith has had a wretched run of injuries but the Sydney Roosters centre will quietly bring up a milestone against Canberra in round 13.
Walsh ruled out as Broncos recall NRL’s tallest prop
Jesse Arthars will start at fullback for Brisbane as coach Michael Maguire finally gives giant prop Ben Te Kura a crack against Manly.
Australia need tightheads on top, warns Wallabies great
Former Wallabies prop Sekope Kepu, who played in the 2013 Lions series, has warned Australia need their best tightheads available to take down the tourists.
Suns to debut academy gun following ‘nepo baby’ jibe
Just days after being labelled the AFL's "nepo baby", Gold Coast have chosen to announce another academy star who will make their debut.
Slater admits to nerves, hails his two trump cards
As Queensland welcome back their two most influential players, coach Billy Slater admits to nerves ahead of the State of Origin series opener.