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.
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‘Coach Ward’ on crutches fires up GWS for comeback win
Callan Ward suffered a knee injury that could end his career, then helped inspire his GWS teammates for a comeback win over inaccurate Richmond.
Bennett ’embarrassed’ by NRL contract fiascos
Wayne Bennett says it is imperative the NRL changes its transfer system, with the veteran coach claiming high-profile sagas have stolen away from the game.
Souths make call on Blues superstar as key returns near
Latrell Mitchell's availability after State of Origin could loom as crucial in South Sydney's bid to stay in the top eight, against a fully-fit Warriors side.
Knights blast ‘ridiculous’ draw as ban looms for prop
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has pulled no punches as he hit out at the NRL's uneven scheduling, while the club now risk losing a star to a long ban.
Popyrin makes Aussies smile in Paris after Demon exit
Australian hope Alexei Popyrin has made it into the last-16 of the French Open for the first time at Roland Garros without dropping a set.
Debutant’s goal helps Matildas past incensed Argentina
The Matildas have celebrated interim coach Tom Sermanni's 150th game by beating Argentina 2-0 in Melbourne, with debutant Kahli Johnson scoring.
O’Brien defends Ponga resting as Dragons down Knights
Kalyn Ponga didn't back up when Newcastle needed him most as the Knights succumbed to a 20-6 defeat at the hands of St George Illawarra.
Brumbies denied by Crusaders in Canberra battle
The Brumbies' hopes of finishing in the Super Rugby top two for the first time since 2004 have been spoiled by the Crusaders, who won a tense match in Canberra.
Actor Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape charges
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to rape, sexual assault and indecent assault relating to four women more than two decades ago.
Galvin released by Tigers as NRL probe Bulldogs video
It has been a far from smooth exit from Wests Tigers for teenage gun Lachlan Galvin, who is already under the spotlight at the Bulldogs.
Storm star set to miss Titans after ugly Origin outing
Battling Queensland hooker Harry Grant is set to be rested from Melbourne's match against Gold Coast, with a lack of game time due to injury taking a toll.
AFLW players’ fixture pleas fall on deaf ears
The AFL Players Association has expressed concern over elements of the new AFLW fixture, revealing key requests had been overlooked by league officials.
‘Chain of love’: political leader farewells her mum
Liberal leader Sussan Ley has delivered an emotional farewell to her mother, paying tribute to the woman who taught her how to take on the world.
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.
Warm weather, Cyclone Trump hit consumer recovery
Australia's economic momentum remains fragile with unseasonably warm weather and consumer concern contributing to weaker retail sales.
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.
‘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.
‘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.
Queensland upset NSW to avoid women’s Origin whitewash
Queensland have saved face with a tight win over NSW in the third game of the women's State of Origin series.
Cats coach: ultra-conservatives should lay off Smith
Coach Chris Scott says the latest Bailey Smith controversy barely caused a ripple at Geelong while calling for "ultra-conservatives" to lay off the recruit.
Veteran Wallabies duo gear up for Japanese farewell
Another chapter in a rugby halves partnership that has spanned four teams and many seasons is coming to a close.
Dockers call on star to face Suns after Pearce blow
Fremantle have turned to a veteran star after losing skipper Alex Pearce, while the Magpies and Tigers also have big guns back at their disposal.
Aust diplomat’s husband walks after spitting on woman
The husband of an Australian diplomat has been discharged without a conviction by a New Zealand court after drunkenly spitting on a young woman.
Kane’s role split, Hosch going in major AFL changes
After months of growing concerns about how the game is being run, the AFL has split the management of football operations into two roles.
Liberal debt to double, state companies face sell-off
A state government is hanging its hat on potential asset sales and a public sector "efficiency unit" as means to pay down ballooning budget debt.
‘Not good enough’: Matildas coach’s big A-League gripe
Every player in the current Matildas squad came through the A-League Women but interim boss Tom Sermanni has unleashed on the domestic competition.
Musk leaves Trump administration after bill criticism
Elon Musk's work in Washington is over after announcing he is leaving the Trump administration following a tumultuous efficiency drive across US agencies.
US trade court blocks Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs
A federal trade court has blocked US President Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs on imports under emergency powers law.
Cleary, Moses provide halves answers in NSW triumph
Mitchell Moses and Nathan Cleary have proven they have no issue working together in the halves, starring in NSW's 18-6 State of Origin I win over Queensland.
Maroons dominated in all areas by ruthless Blues
Queensland must now win two games away and make history to secure the State of Origin series after having no answers to a NSW side that ruled in all facets.