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'Robust' discussion on the menu as AFL, coaches meet

AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon is having a series of meetings with AFL coaches amid growing unhappiness among the clubs about head office.

Mon, 19 May 2025 13:32:59 GMT

Gary Lineker quits BBC after social media post

Gary Lineker will step down from his role as a presenter for the BBC after facing criticism for reposting an Instagram story about Zionism.

Mon, 19 May 2025 11:48:53 GMT

Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) coach Andrew McQualter’s concerning update for defender Jeremy McGovern

Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) coach Andrew McQualter has given a concerning update on veteran key defender Jeremy McGovern ahead of a trip to Adelaide.

Mon, 19 May 2025 10:50:00 GMT

'Blood everywhere': stitched-up Bronco an Origin lock

Pat Carrigan has recalled the gruesome scenes and quick action taken to ensure he'll be free to run out for Queensland in the State of Origin opener.

Mon, 19 May 2025 07:20:23 GMT

How 'diving on concrete' shaped latest Maroons rookie

Queensland rookie Trent Loiero's State of Origin mentors say a lot about the type of player Billy Slater will blood in next week's State of Origin opener.

Mon, 19 May 2025 07:07:17 GMT

'Best I've seen': Toia's rise from rugby gun to Maroons

Queensland debutant Robert Toia is ready to mark Latrell Mitchell on his State of Origin debut after Nudgee College and Sydney Roosters set him on his path.

Mon, 19 May 2025 07:06:15 GMT

‘A pub footballer that’s just battling away’: Max King’s incredible journey from injury heartbreak to a State of Origin debut

Max King looked at all the predicted Origin sides and couldn’t see his name anywhere, but he’ll make his Blues debut next week after he was picked in the only squad that matters.

Mon, 19 May 2025 06:33:00 GMT

Walyalup (Fremantle) Dockers remain undefeated under Indigenous round name after victory over GWS Giants

The Dockers remain unbeaten under the name Walyalup after an upset win over Greater Western Sydney, with some fans urging the club to adopt the name permanently.

Mon, 19 May 2025 06:27:52 GMT

NBL1 West: Milestone games for Rockingham Flames basketball veterans Shani Amos and Travis Durnin

Rockingham Flames will have a first-up coach for what will be women’s captain Shani Amos’ 300th game this Saturday after Lucas Carey’s time in charge ended after just nine games.

Mon, 19 May 2025 06:15:13 GMT

Dangerfield hamstrung for big Cats-Bulldogs clash

Geelong have confirmed that captain Patrick Dangerfield is out of Thursday night's AFL blockbuster against the Western Bulldogs with his hamstring injury.

Mon, 19 May 2025 06:03:46 GMT

Les Kiss named as coach of AUNZ Invitational XV taking on British and Irish Lions

The next coach of the Wallabies will lead a combined Australia-New Zealand outfit against the British and Irish Lions in July.

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:28:57 GMT

'There's a chance': Buckley flags interest in Devils

Collingwood great Nathan Buckley has met with Tasmania Devils boss Brendon Gale and is open to joining the AFL expansion club as its inaugural coach.

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:09:24 GMT

Adam Selwood: Fellow 2006 premiership Eagle Chris Judd pays tribute to ‘perfect teammate’

Eagles premiership captain Chris Judd has penned a heartfelt tribute to Adam Selwood, describing his old midfield partner as ‘the perfect teammate’.

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:04:36 GMT

Nathan Buckley confirms interest in becoming Tasmania’s inaugural AFL coach

‘That coaching bug is still there.’

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:40:52 GMT

Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti open to mental health round in AFL and sport in wake of Adam Selwood’s passing

Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti says they are keen to have the discussion with the AFL and other sporting bodies around mental health rounds in the wake of Adam Selwood’s tragic passing.

Mon, 19 May 2025 03:54:27 GMT

Savea and Beale on wish list for Lions invitational

First Nations and Pasifika XV coach Toutai Kefu says he'd love to have All Blacks star Ardie Savea and Wallabies veteran Kurtley Beale available for selection.

Mon, 19 May 2025 03:26:56 GMT

Weather wreaks havoc, but Aussie golfer does it Wright

Bad weather means the first major of the PGA Tour Champions season will have a late finish, but Australian Michael Wright has finished in outright eighth place.

Mon, 19 May 2025 02:40:43 GMT

Demons captain Max Gawn apologises for suggesting Walyalup (Fremantle) star Luke Jackson could return to club

Narrm (Melbourne) captain Max Gawn has publicly apologised for insinuating Dockers star Luke Jackson could be returning to the Demons, saying he didn’t mean to throw fuel on trade talk’s fire.

Mon, 19 May 2025 02:10:40 GMT

Unstoppable: Savea clinches Super Rugby award early

Ardie Savea's switch to previously-struggling Moana Pasifika has inspired him to the Super Rugby Pacific player of the year award.

Mon, 19 May 2025 02:09:31 GMT

‘Carnage’: Laurie Daley likens injury drama to a Formula One race as Blues sweat on Payne Haas’ scan results

As Laurie Daley addressed the media to explain his game one selections, star prop Payne Haas was in Brisbane getting scans on his injured quad.

Mon, 19 May 2025 01:42:00 GMT

‘He’s a world-class centre’: Injuries wreak havoc as Billy Slater names three debutants for Origin opener

Billy Slater has named three rookies for the Origin opener, with the Maroons losing a number of experienced stars to injury.

Mon, 19 May 2025 01:37:34 GMT

McIlroy exits PGA Championship over par and unspoken

Masters champ Rory McIlroy has made a hasty exit from Quail Hollow after finishing 47th and told he couldn't use his trusty driver at the PGA Championship.

Mon, 19 May 2025 00:55:09 GMT

DQ shocker day for Power's team at Indy 500 qualifying

Qualifying day for the Indianapolis 500 turned into a Team Penske disaster when all three of its cars were denied a chance to run for the pole.

Mon, 19 May 2025 00:39:04 GMT

Police officers allegedly punched in brawl between rival NRL fans

Two men were taken to hospital and two more were arrested, with one charged and bailed.

Mon, 19 May 2025 00:08:42 GMT

Teams brace themselves for tricky NRL Origin period

The NRL will be without its State of Origin stars in round 12, and there are several questions that must be answered by those on the field and not in camp.

Sun, 18 May 2025 23:50:55 GMT

Sam Kerr spotted in Melbourne as Chelsea coach makes ‘sad’ admission after FA Cup victory

‘She was not here physically, but she was with us mentally.’

Sun, 18 May 2025 23:43:25 GMT

Kerr skips Wembley for Melbourne but future at Chelsea

Sam Kerr skipped the FA Cup final to attend the A-League Women grand final, but Chelsea are looking forward to having her back.

Sun, 18 May 2025 23:23:39 GMT

Great Scottie: Scheffler surges to PGA Championship win

World No.1 Scottie Scheffler has joined Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus in golf's history books with a five-shot victory at the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow.

Sun, 18 May 2025 23:19:37 GMT

Thunder roll into NBA West finals with Game 7 rout

Top seeds Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA West finals after finally ousting the Denver Nuggets in Game 7.

Sun, 18 May 2025 22:26:20 GMT

Maroons' debutant ball, headed by rookie destroyer Toia

Queensland coach Billy Slater has put his faith in new blood, with Robert Toia, Beau Fermor and Trent Loiero to feature in the State of Origin cauldron.

Sun, 18 May 2025 21:51:11 GMT

'Fair fight' is just fine for McLaren teammates

Oscar Piastri is putting his third placing at Imola down as a learning experience, after being overtaken by runner-up teammate Lando Norris.

Sun, 18 May 2025 21:38:06 GMT

Roglic and Aussie hope Storer crash at Giro d'Italia

Giro d'Italia favourite Primoz Roglic has crashed on stage nine while Australia's top hope Michael Storer has also had his chances damaged after a spill.

Sun, 18 May 2025 20:07:35 GMT

Warburton returns as Supercars chief after media stint

James Warburton has been appointed as the new Supercars chief executive, returning to the touring car series for his second stint in the top job.

Sun, 18 May 2025 19:01:28 GMT

Crows beware - Eagles have learnt how to win

West Coast have posted their first win under coach Andrew McQualter after producing their best pressure display of the season in a 28-point win over St Kilda.

Sun, 18 May 2025 17:46:07 GMT

Bailey Smith to take centre stage for round 11 subplot

Bailey Smith's first match against the Western Bulldogs since leaving the club for Geelong is set to be a big hit on Thursday night.

Sun, 18 May 2025 17:44:03 GMT

Alcaraz topples Sinner again to win the Italian Open

Carlos Alcaraz has handed Jannik Sinner, his great rival for men's tennis supremacy, a crushing defeat in front of his home fans in the Italian Open final.

Sun, 18 May 2025 17:43:01 GMT

Lions' hunger questioned but Fagan doesn't see pattern

Chris Fagan has questioned his side's hunger after a shock loss to the fast-finishing Melbourne Demons but is adamant it's no "premiership hangover".

Sun, 18 May 2025 17:41:58 GMT

Broncos team changes in frame after form takes dive

Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has been loyal to his underperforming side but now it's time to decide whether forwards Ben Te Kura and Blake Mozer get promoted.

Sun, 18 May 2025 17:37:49 GMT

No Sam Kerr but Chelsea seal the deal in three nil win

Sam Kerr was back in Australia but her Chelsea side had a VIP visitor in Serena Williams, who watched them seal an English trophy treble at Wembley.

Sun, 18 May 2025 16:53:25 GMT

Farewell, Goodison: Everton win last game at famed home

Merseyside giants Everton have said an emotional farewell to Goodison Park, their home of 133 years, with a 2-0 win over Southampton in the Premier League.

Sun, 18 May 2025 14:07:02 GMT

Victory to rally, go again after ALW heartbreak

Melbourne Victory will attempt to convince star players to stay on and chase silverware after suffering a heartbreaking A-League Women grand final defeat.

Sun, 18 May 2025 11:11:20 GMT

West Coast coach Andrew McQualter says Eagles played in right spirit in wake of Adam Selwood’s death

An emotional Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) coach Andrew McQualter says they were ‘open and honest and raw’ as they navigated the shock death of premiership Eagle Adam Selwood.

Sun, 18 May 2025 10:50:17 GMT

Bennett takes Souths into top eight with miracle run

South Sydney have returned to the NRL's top eight with a 22-12 win over Wests Tigers, with their form under Wayne Bennett defying the club's casualty ward.

Sun, 18 May 2025 10:32:05 GMT

Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) mark Adam Selwood’s memory with emotional win over Euro-Yroke (St Kilda)

Adam Selwood would be smiling down on his beloved Waalitj Marawar (West Coast), who honoured his memory with an emotional 28-point victory over Euro-Yroke (St Kilda).

Sun, 18 May 2025 09:34:43 GMT

Final-term 'annihilation' sparks Demons over Lions

Clayton Oliver found form as Melbourne came from 24 points behind to shock Brisbane in an 11-point Gabba win that left the Lions with work to do.

Sun, 18 May 2025 08:25:22 GMT

Mariners win GF to complete A-League Women fairytale

Central Coast have won their first A-League Women championship after scoring an upset win on penalties over Melbourne Victory in the grand final.

Sun, 18 May 2025 08:16:17 GMT

Lightning shock Vixens to go second on Super ladder

The Sunshine Coast Lightning have locked in second spot on the Super Netball ladder with a commanding win over the Melbourne Vixens.

Sun, 18 May 2025 08:09:13 GMT

Fermor to debut for Maroons, Taulagi ruled out

Gold Coast forward Beau Fermor will debut for Queensland after winger Murray Taulagi (calf) was ruled out of Origin I and Selwyn Cobbo (wrist) also went down.

Sun, 18 May 2025 07:56:08 GMT

Selwood fondly remembered as AFL world mourns

A minute's silence has been held before West Coast's AFL clash with St Kilda to pay tribute to Adam Selwood, who died on Saturday.

Sun, 18 May 2025 07:16:54 GMT

Adam Selwood: Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) players and fans pause to remember Eagle after death at age 41

Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) players and fans have paid tribute to Adam Selwood, with the club’s clash against St Kilda at Optus Stadium set against a backdrop of grief and sadness.

Sun, 18 May 2025 06:39:35 GMT

Gutherson stars as Dragons buck Broncos in comeback win

St George Illawarra have beaten Brisbane 30-26 in an incredible comeback win, with Clint Gutherson shining and Ezra Mam outstanding on his NRL return.

Sun, 18 May 2025 06:18:35 GMT

Record start continues for Super Netball pacesetters

Sitting at contrasting ends of the Super Netball ladder, the front-running NSW Swifts were made to fight for their win over cross-town rivals, the Giants.

Sun, 18 May 2025 06:06:31 GMT

Adam Selwood: West Coast Eagles commemorate premiership star with tribute video

West Coast have commemorated the career of late premiership star Adam Selwood with a tribute video of his best moments as an Eagle.

Sun, 18 May 2025 06:05:01 GMT

Margaret River Pro put on hold as World Surf League organisers await bigger swell on Tuesday

Competition has been put on hold at the Margaret River Pro for two days as organisers await the arrival of big swell and more favourable winds mid-week.

Sun, 18 May 2025 05:13:22 GMT

World Test Championship Final: WA’s Cameron Green all but seals spot with second County ton

WA’s Cam Green has revealed vocal home support spurred him to his second County century in a knock that all but seals his place in Australia’s World Test Championship final XI.

Sun, 18 May 2025 04:47:07 GMT

Morales TKOs Burns in first round at UFC Vegas 106

Ecuador's Michael Morales has improved his unblemished UFC record with a TKO win over ex-welterweight champion Gilbert Burns in Las Vegas.

Sun, 18 May 2025 02:45:52 GMT

Aussie Green tumbles from lead in golf senior major

American Jerry Kelly is in the box seat at the year's first senior golf major after Australia's Richard Green slipped back.

Sun, 18 May 2025 02:28:47 GMT

Veteran's season on the line when surfing resumes

Sally Fitzgibbons is one of six Australian surfers who must contest the elimination round at the Margaret River Pro, which is on hold for two days.

Sun, 18 May 2025 01:35:36 GMT

A win for Journalism in the 150th Preakness Stakes

Second in the Kentucky Derby, Journalism has gone one better with victory in the 150th Preakness Stakes, the second leg of the Triple Crown.

Sat, 17 May 2025 23:49:15 GMT

Saint-Etienne relegated as PSG celebrate with fans

Marseille's Mason Greenwood has matched Ousmane Dembele for most goals in the French league season but the PSG star will get the trophy.

Sat, 17 May 2025 23:08:03 GMT

Hauser sprints to triathlon victory, leads world series

Australia's Matt Hauser leads the World Triathlon Championship Series after winning in Japan.

Sat, 17 May 2025 22:40:55 GMT

Tuipulotu returns from injury ahead of Lions tour

Australian-raised Sione Tuipulotu has made his comeback from injury as a return to his homeland with the British and Irish Lions looms.

Sat, 17 May 2025 21:46:48 GMT

Retegui makes Atalanta history in win over Genoa

Italy star Mateo Retegui snatched a 3-2 win for Atalanta over his former team Genoa in Serie A.

Sat, 17 May 2025 21:17:45 GMT

Oscar Piastri: Aussie star’s dream run continues with Imola Grand Prix pole

Oscar Piastri shows no signs of relenting in his ever more convincing world championship push as he took pole at the Emlia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola.

Sat, 17 May 2025 20:54:36 GMT

Champions Kolkata out as IPL returns with a damp squib

The Indian Premier League's much-anticipated restart has turned into huge anti-climax, delayed for another day after the Bengaluru-Kolkata game was washed out

Sat, 17 May 2025 19:41:28 GMT

Paolini enjoys first home Italian Open win for 40 years

Jasmine Paolini has taken advantage of the crowd's support and beaten Coco Gauff 6-4 6-2 to become the first home player to win the Italian Open in 40 years

Sat, 17 May 2025 18:46:19 GMT