Angus Crichton caps comeback with Brad Fittler Medal
Angus Crichton began his year in the reserve-grade NSW Cup and ended it voted NSW's best State of Origin player, after being awarded the Brad Fittler Medal.
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Soward ponders his future after Dragons cut NRLW coach
Jamie Soward has been told he will not be kept on as St George Illawarra's NRLW coach after four seasons at the helm.
Magpie White cops three-match AFLW ban for late bump
Collingwood's Tarni White is set to miss matches against Hawthorn, Brisbane and West Coast after unleashing an unlawful late bump on Sydney's Maddy Collier.
Triathlon gold completes Parker’s Paralympic redemption
Lauren Parker is a Paralympic gold medallist after dominating American rival Kendall Gretsch in the women's PTWC para-triathlon in Paris.
NRL puts issue of milking, high shots back on players
Graham Annesley has shot down claims of an NRL crackdown on high tackles ahead of the finals, saying the easiest way to lower penalties is to lower contact.
Popyrin remaining upbeat after crashing out of US Open
Australian Alexei Popyrin is drawing only positives from his breakout US Open run despite bowing out with a deflating four-set loss to American Frances Tiafoe.
Dolphins to fight Kaufusi ban at NRL judiciary
The Dolphins will attempt to downgrade Felise Kaufusi's ban for a late hit at the NRL judiciary, in a bid to play in their must-win match against Newcastle.
Whitehead’s NRL career looks over after hip-drop charge
Canberra captain Elliott Whitehead will need to overturn a suspension for a hip-drop tackle if he is to play in the NRL again.
Walker, Smith out for season in Roosters double blow
The Sydney Roosters are facing an injury crisis on the eve of the NRL finals that has the potential to last long into the 2025 season.
Lolesio’s licence as Schmidt walks Wallabies tightrope
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt is happy to see playmaker Noah Lolesio learn on the job as the deck is shuffled around him.
Rowing gold one of 10 Aussie medals amid phone scandal
Nikki Ayers and Jed Altschwager have claimed Australia's first gold in Paralympic rowing, one of 10 Australian medals on Sunday in Paris.
Robinson ‘out of order’ for refusing apology: Whitehead
Elliott Whitehead was disappointed Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson wouldn't accept his apology for accidentally injuring Brandon Smith in Canberra's win.
Stars align as big-hitting Duckett returns to BBL
English top-order batter Ben Duckett is the No.1 BBL draft pick with the Melbourne Stars, but India's Harmenpreet Kaur was not named among the WBBL choices.
Walker among three Roosters injured on run to finals
Sam Walker suffered a painful knee injury in the Sydney Roosters' penultimate game of the NRL regular season and was joined on the sidelines by three teammates.
Knights set up dream NRL finish as Ponga pounds Titans
Kalyn Ponga has played his best game of the season in Newcastle's 36-14 win over Gold Coast, setting up a winner-takes-all final-round clash with the Dolphins.
Maddick breaks NRLW record as Broncos belt Cowboys
Brisbane fullback Hayley Maddick has become the first NRLW player to set up five tries in a game, achieving the feat in a big win over North Queensland.
De Koning presses AFL finals case as Cats eye Power
Sam De Koning shone in his return from injury at VFL level, making a case to be recalled for Geelong's AFL qualifying final against Port Adelaide.
Dolphins’ Kaufusi facing ban as decisive game looms
Felise Kaufusi is facing the prospect of missing the Dolphins' crucial clash with Newcastle and the start of the NRL finals after being charged for a late hit.
Wallabies clinch last-gasp comeback win in Argentina
The Wallabies have breathed life into their Rugby Championship with a thrilling 20-19 comeback defeat of Argentina in South America.
De Minaur, Thompson to duel in all-Aussie US Open clash
Alex de Minaur and Jordan Thompson have joined Alexei Popyrin in the US Open fourth round after setting up an all-Australian last-16 battle in New York.
Reid seals back-to-back para-cycling gold medals
Amanda Reid has followed up on her Tokyo success by picking up her second straight gold medal in the C1-3 500m time trial at the Paris Paralympics.
Fitzgibbon voices fears of NRL crackdown before finals
The spotlight is on high tackles for a second straight week in the NRL, with Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon fearing a crackdown is in action.
Israel recovers bodies of six hostages held by Hamas
The bodies of six Israeli hostages have been found inside a tunnel in Gaza, including that of 23-year-old Israeli-American man Hersh Goldberg-Polin.
Touch footy zone gives Johnson perfect final NRL play
Shaun Johnson has set up a try with his last touch in the NRL to lead the Warriors to a thrilling 30-28 comeback win over his former club Cronulla.
Clifford ‘shattered’ over DQ, de Rozario gets bronze
Visually-impaired runner Jaryd Clifford has been disqualified over a violation of guide rules which has denied the Australian a bronze medal in the 5000m.
Star Demon Christian Petracca to stay at Melbourne
Melbourne star Christian Petracca says he will remain at the Demons, bringing to an end weeks of speculation over the disgruntled AFL star's future.
Flanagan slams ‘terrible’ Dragons, walks out of presser
St George Illawarra's late comeback could not prevent Parramatta from holding on for a four-point win that has significant implications on the top-eight race.
Sickening clash of heads rattled Bombers in AFLW loss
A nasty collision that concussed Essendon forward Amber Clarke and injured skipper Bonnie Toogood has overshadowed Fremantle's win over the Bombers.
Canberra lose Fogarty for crucial Roosters clash
Canberra's faint finals hopes have taken a hit with halfback Jamal Fogarty ruled out of their must-win clash with the Sydney Roosters due to a hamstring strain.
Records fall as Giants storm to AFLW win over Bulldogs
Alyce Parker and Zarlie Goldsworthy put on a dominant display to help fire GWS to a monster 63-point AFLW victory over a new-look Western Bulldogs.
Aussie teen lights up 200m final at world junior champs
Australian sprinters Gout Gout and Torrie Lewis have produced eye-catching performances to win silver in the 200m at the world junior championships.