Kokkinakis a late-night, five-set hero again in Paris
Thanasi Kokkinakis has pulled off another stirring comeback from two sets down to join Alex de Minaur in the third round at the French Open.
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De Minaur ends ‘Drench Open’ hoodoo to make third round
Alex de Minaur has got past the second round for the first time at the French Open at his eighth attempt with a fine win over Spanish clay-courter Jaume Munar.
Jury reaches verdict in Trump hush money trial
The jury has reached its verdict in Donald Trump's hush-money trial in New York, with an announcement expected shortly.
De Minaur victory push held up by rain in ‘Drench Open’
Australia's last survivors in the French Open singles have endured very different fortunes before the rains came again to interrupt their second-round matches.
Cripps helps fast-finishing Carlton down Port Adelaide
Carlton have produced a stunning eight-goal last quarter in a 36-point win over Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval.
Moses stars on return as Eels sink Sharks
Mitchell Moses barely missed a beat on his return for Parramatta, setting up two tries in a 34-22 win over Cronulla.
Ex-footballer Cable fighting child sexual abuse charges
Former Australian Rules footballer Barry Cable has pleaded not guilty to historical child sexual abuse charges, dating back to the 1960s.
Luai ready to lead as Hynes gets through NSW training
NSW halfback Nicho Hynes has increased his involvement at State of Origin training, while Jarome Luai has gone from axed half to the Blues leadership group.
A-League bet-fix scandal grows with more players named
Macarthur FC players Matthew Millar and Jed Drew have both been accused of participating in a criminal group behind an alleged bet-fixing scheme.
Mystery mum delivered boy before river find, tests show
Fears remain for the safety of a mother and her newborn baby nearly three days after a placenta and umbilical cord were found on a Sydney riverbank.
Rugby Australia set for court stoush over Rebels axing
Rugby Australia is set for a court battle against the consortium that planned to save the Rebels after the governing body announced it would axe the club.
Family violence shake-up flagged but details scant
Victoria is moving to overhaul family violence laws, but won't follow other states in slapping ankle bracelets on serious offenders.
Swiatek survives French Open blitz by sensational Osaka
Iga Swiatek has delivered a champion's performance, resisting a magnificent display from former world No.1 Naomi Osaka to make the French Open third round.
Scheffler’s PGA Championship arrest charges are dropped
I just want to put all this behind me and move on, says World No.1 Scottie Scheffler after Louisville court dismisses all criminal charges against him.
Tax cuts and tourist fees in NZ budget ‘clean-up job’
Income tax relief for Kiwis and higher fees for tourists have been revealed in the first budget of New Zealand's coalition government.
Tears shed as Kangaroos select Payne, Teakle in too
Geordie Payne has been selected by North Melbourne with pick No.1 in the AFL's mid-season rookie draft, while ex-Port ruckman Brynn Teakle is headed there too.
Clarkson under AFL investigation after latest outburst
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson faces triggering a two-match suspended ban as the AFL investigates his latest foul-mouthed outburst during a match.
Chris Lucas named Geelong’s inaugural WNBL coach
Veteran coach Chris Lucas will take charge of Geelong United, the WNBL's newest franchise, in their inaugural season.
Slipper in race against time for Super Rugby finals
Brumbies prop James Slipper will miss the final game of the regular season due to a calf injury, but will he make it back in time for the Super Rugby finals?
Short-handed Aussies call on support in T20 warm-up win
Australia, at one stage fielding four members of their support staff, have comfortably beaten Namibia in a Twenty20 World Cup warm-up game.
Irankunda ready to handle Socceroos pressure: Arnold
Nestory Irankunda will be given the chance to impress Graham Arnold after winning his first Socceroos call-up.
Pendlebury ruled out of wounded Pies’ clash with Dogs
Scott Pendlebury has failed to complete Collingwood's training session because of an arm injury and has been ruled out of their Western Bulldogs encounter.
‘Untouchable’ NSW duo wait as Hynes sits out training
Nicho Hynes failed to train in the first hit-out for Michael Maguire's new-look NSW State of Origin side.
AFL’s mid-season rule tweak won’t change much: coaches
The AFL is making a mid-season change to the controversial holding-the-ball rule after a backlash led by coaches.
Inflation disappoints and tempers hopes of rate cut
The monthly inflation gauge has bounced higher for a second month, moving the indicator further away from the Reserve Bank's target range.
De Minaur and Kokkinakis break Aussie duck in Paris
Main man Alex de Minaur and marathon man Thanasi Kokkinakis have at last broken Australia's Roland Garros duck - and in brilliantly contrasting fashion.
Braydon Trindall has point to prove on NRL return
Cronulla five-eighth Braydon Trindall will line up in Nicho Hynes' absence for his first game since failing roadside drug and alcohol tests.
NSW prop Leniu ready for fans’ boos after racism saga
NSW prop Spencer Leniu says boos won't put him off in his State of Origin debut, less than three months after his eight-game ban for racially abusing Ezra Mam.
Olympics never in doubt despite injury: Matildas’ Hunt
Matildas defender Clare Hunt says she never doubted she could overcome a foot injury in time to be ready for the looming Olympic Games in Paris.
Arzani set to be rewarded with Socceroos squad recall
Melbourne Victory ace Daniel Arzani is set to return to the Socceroos set-up, after last winning a cap back in 2018.
Consumers limit spending but outlook more promising
Consumers are reining in their spending but an expected recovery in disposable incomes could prove a ray of light for strained retailers.