Australian water polo Olympians test positive to COVID
Two Australian women's water polo players have tested positive to COVID-19 ahead of the Olympics.
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Depleted ‘Boks gamble on hooker Marx for Championship
World champions South Africa have named their squad for the Rugby Championship and have gambled on the fitness of Malcolm Marx and Peter-Steph du Toit.
Bail for alleged sex trafficking boss over brothel ring
A 43-year-old man has been granted bail over his alleged involvement in trafficking an Indonesian girl in a syndicate luring girls to work in brothels.
NRLW players push for longer season, then more teams
The NRL is set to sell broadcast rights to the NRLW for the first time in the 2028 deal, with professional contracts, season length and teams all up for debate.
Lions lose another key defender ahead of QClash
Already without co-captain Harris Andrews, the Brisbane Lions will be without fellow key defender Darragh Joyce for their QClash against Gold Coast.
NRL open to less games in 20-team competition
The NRL will consider different season structures as part of an expanded 20-team competition, including reducing the number of matches played per club.
Magpies determined to fight to save premiership defence
Collingwood defender John Noble insists the Magpies can still make finals and will fight to save their AFL premiership defence.
At 14, Covell could make Olympic history in Paris
Chloe Covell is a 14-year-old with an uncommon teenager's mindset that has helped to make her a street skateboarding Olympic medal contender.
Martin remains upbeat despite pre-Paris BMX setbacks
Despite a foot injury and a poor result last month, Australian BMX freestyle star Logan Martin's self-belief ahead of the Olympics remains solid.
Freo skipper suffers arm fracture, Papley out for Swans
Fremantle have been dealt a huge blow with captain Alex Pearce fracturing his left arm again, while Sydney's Tom Papley will be sidelined with an ankle injury.
AFL demands three clubs explain concussion management
Carlton, the Brisbane Lions and Adelaide have been given "please explain" notices from the AFL regarding concussion protocol management of their star players.
De Koning in finals doubt as Blues sweat on other stars
Tom De Koning will undergo surgery as Carlton sweat on further injuries to Sam Walsh and Blake Acres, while Harry McKay has been cleared of concussion.
Pearce injury scare as Dockers crush Demons in Perth
Fremantle have surged into the top four and Melbourne's finals hopes hang in the balance following the Dockers' 50-point win in Perth.
Brooks on brink of first finals after big Manly win
Manly have put on a second-half clinic to overcome a slow start and beat Gold Coast 38-8, all but ending Des Hasler's hopes of taking the Titans to the finals.
Mostert pips Supercars rival Waters in Sydney showdown
Walkinshaw Andretti United star Chaz Mostert has pulled off back-to-back wins in Sydney, emerging victorious in a pulsating showdown with rival Cam Waters.
Fox sisters spurring each other at Paris Games
Australian star Jessica Fox will be joined by younger sister Noemie Fox for the first time at her fourth Olympics as she aims for more canoe and kayak success.
Piastri joins Aussie F1 elite with first Grand Prix win
Oscar Piastri has won his first Formula One Grand Prix in Hungary, becoming the fifth Australian driver to join the winners' circle.
Schauffele roars to second major win of year at Open
Xander Schauffele has proved in a class of his own in the final round of the British Open as he raced away to victory at Royal Troon with a closing 65.
Backed by Biden, Harris moves to secure White House bid
US Vice President Kamala Harris's allies have hit the phones in a bid to shore up Democratic support for her presidential campaign after Joe Biden withdrew.
Scott, Day fade as Aussie challenge peters out at Troon
Jason Day and Adam Scott made bright starts in their final-day push at the British Open but failed to cash in as blustery Royal Troon again dashed their dreams.
Fox sisters’ Olympic milestone is poignant for Meares
Jessica and Noemie Fox's first Olympics together in canoeing is an emotional reminder for Australian team boss Anna Meares about her own sisterly near-miss.
Fever run hot to douse Lightning in netball semi-final
West Coast Fever have set up a Super Netball preliminary final with the Melbourne Vixens after a 10-goal semi-final win over Sunshine Coast Lightning in Perth
Sezer latest Tiger in trouble as NRL fines, bans mount
Aidan Sezer is facing the seventh ban for a Wests Tigers player this season, with he and teammates having already missed 12 games and paid $22,850 in fines.
I picked a fight with Dixon, says Port Adelaide coach
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says he recently "picked a fight" with key forward Charlie Dixon, who played a starring role in a win over Richmond.
Bangladesh court scraps most quotas after deadly unrest
A curfew has been extended in Bangladesh after at least 114 people were killed during student-led protests.
Walsh fires as Broncos snap six-game losing streak
Reece Walsh has scored a try and set up two others, giving Brisbane hope they can still make the NRL's finals after a 30-14 win over Newcastle.
St Kilda’s Collard suspended for using homophobic slurs
First-year St Kilda player Lance Collard has been suspended for six games after directing homophobic slurs towards two opponents in a VFL game.
Ryles released by Storm to focus on Parramatta
Jason Ryles has been released from his duties as Melbourne's assistant coach, allowing him to start focusing on Parramatta's future.
Slater changes pack make up before Origin decider
Queensland coach Billy Slater has made three changes to his starting side for the State of Origin series decider, including Harry Grant at hooker.
Defensive lapses cost heroic Maroons in Origin decider
Queensland have lost a State of Origin series decider in Brisbane for just the third time in history after two late defensive mistakes proved costly.
Blues topple Qld fortress for comeback Origin victory
New South Wales have won a Brisbane decider for just the third time, beating Queensland 14-4 to claim the State of Origin series 2-1.