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At the World Cup draw, soccer gets its moment and Donald Trump gets his prize

US President Donald Trump has described being given the new FIFA peace prize as ‘one of the great honours of my life’ — but the tribute has raised eyebrows.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 03:25:36 GMT

Relieved Richardson ready for Test cricket again

Jhye Richardson has been the unlucky man in Australia's bowling attack for the past four years, but he says his pace and swing is back after shoulder surgery.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 03:05:25 GMT

Melbourne Stars destroyed in costly WBBL result

Sydney Thunder's Phoebe Litchfield and Georgia Voll have delivered a big blow to the Melbourne Stars' WBBL campaign, shaking up the finals race with a key win.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 03:00:23 GMT

Mountain goat or lion? A-League coach's weird job pitch

Forget about Zlatan Ibrahimovic or Eric Cantona, Perth Glory interim coach Adam Griffiths has delivered a press conference for the ages that is set to go viral.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 02:02:17 GMT

Banana peel a blow to superstar McIlroy's Open hopes

Rory McIlroy hasn't enjoyed the luck of the Irish at Royal Melbourne, with the golfing superstar suffering a double-bogey after tangling with a banana peel.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 01:27:03 GMT

‘Going through a rough patch’: Ex-NRL star Wendell Sailor’s night in custody chalked up to divorce, a court was told

Wendell Sailor’s “rough patch in life” has been revealed in court after the ex-NRL star spent a night in custody following a bail breach.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:50:06 GMT

McGree on target as 'Boro chase Premier League berth

Premier League aspirants Middlesbrough have run riot at a wet and windy Hull under new coach Kim Hellberg with Socceroo Riley McGree among the scorers.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:44:57 GMT

Leaders pounce after rare blunder from Scheffler

The challengers have pounced at the Hero World tournament in Nassau after world No.1 Scottie Scheffler made a rare double bogey to lose his lead.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:11:51 GMT

How they reacted to the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw

The draw for the 2026 World Cup has been made with some delighted and others, including England, a little wary.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:55:33 GMT

‘Taking it slow’: Tennis star Jelena Dokic shares major health update

Photos of Jelena Dokic in hospital have been revealed as the tennis star shares a major health update that will leave her taking things “slow for a bit”.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:03:06 GMT

Socceroos land US, Paraguay avoid top teams in FIFA World Cup 2026 draw

The Socceroos have been given a fairly kind draw at next year's World Cup finals, including a glamour date with hosts United States in Seattle.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:33:56 GMT

Socceroos avoid big guns as groups get revealed for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The Socceroos have had an early win after avoiding a stack of powerhouses in the official draw.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:10:10 GMT

Socceroos ready to deliver a 'rude shock' at World Cup

The Socceroos' World Cup glamour date with hosts United States in Seattle is set to be a spiteful affair and coach Tony Popovic is prepared for it.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:23:56 GMT

Erasmus signs deal to lead Springboks to 2031 World Cup

Rassie Erasmus will coach South Africa to the 2031 Rugby World Cup in the United States after his contract was extended by four years

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:23:47 GMT

'It was like a car crash': Stajcic unloads after loss

Wanderers coach Alen Stajcic didn't hold back after watching his side fall to a 1-0 defeat to 10-man Perth Glory.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:09:37 GMT

Open buzzing as star Australian trio chase leaders

With 50,000 fans expected in the next two days and Min Woo Lee leading the local charge, Cameron Smith says the Australian Open has regained its lofty status.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:41:27 GMT

'Get back to me': Root puts ton aside for Ashes glory

Joe Root has reached a huge personal milestone in Australia -- but he's not interested in dissecting anything except the path to Ashes success for England.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:34:25 GMT

Star comes within whisker of record as Lynx down Flyers

The Perth Lynx have celebrated import Han Xu's first home game in style, defeating the Southside Melbourne Flyers in front of a energised crowd in the WNBL.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:44:00 GMT

'Third-grade' Carse off canvas to keep England in Ashes

England's woeful catching cost them in the second Test at the Gabba, with paceman Brydon Carse getting some redemption after a tough day.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:25:50 GMT

Mata foul denies Victory goal in stalemate with Bulls

Denied a goal after a foul by Juan Mata, struggling Melbourne Victory have drawn with Macarthur FC as pressure mounts on their coach Arthur Diles.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:07:30 GMT

Old-timer shines bright to eclipse MVP battle

Bendigo have dealt Geelong their third consecutive WNBL loss as star Kelsey Griffin mixed style with substance to secure a comfortable victory.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:21:16 GMT

Tailender top-scores in Shield debut for Tasmania

Ruwantha Kellapotha led the recovery after Tasmania won the toss and batted poorly in the Sheffield Shield match against South Australia.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:22:08 GMT

Richardson back in the wickets on day of Lions misery

Jhye Richardson has taken four wickets as the England Lions were all out for 166 in a tour match, before Australia A finished day one 2-155.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:07:06 GMT

The Ashes: Josh Hazlewood no nearer to Australian return after latest England setback

An achilles complaint has halted the progress of Australia paceman Josh Hazlewood, who will not recommence running and bowling until next week.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 07:30:12 GMT

Windies clinging to Hope of day five NZ miracle

A defiant Shai Hope and Justin Greaves partnership has taken the first Test between New Zealand and West Indies into a a thrilling final day in Christchurch.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:46:42 GMT

Diamonds from the rough see McIlroy still standing

Rory McIlroy has avoided disappointing 50,000 Australian Open golf fans with the global superstar recovering from a rare air swing to make the halfway cut.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:27:39 GMT

Lions' running back slows Dallas playoffs push

The Lions have won a high-scoring battle against fellow playoffs hopefuls Dallas, with Jahmyr Gibbs enjoying a night out in Detroit.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:46:19 GMT

Axed Test batter finds form with Shield century for NSW

Discarded Australia opener Sam Konstas has ended a 14-month drought without a Sheffield Shield hundred, scoring a ton for NSW against Queensland at the SCG.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:45:54 GMT

Aussies take the lead after messy day at Gabba

Australia have chased down England's first-innings total in the second Ashes Test, but the hosts have left the door open with some batting brain-snaps.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:30:43 GMT

Lakers superstar's scoring streak ends in Toronto win

The LA Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers have won NBA thrillers, but LeBron James' 18-year streak of consecutive double-digit scoring games is finally over.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 03:50:24 GMT

Neergaard-Petersen and Rodrigues seize control at Royal Melbourne

European duo Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen and Daniel Rodrigues have seized the Australian Open lead after capitalising on calmer conditions at Royal Melbourne.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 03:47:08 GMT

LeBron James’ streak of 10+ points finally comes to an end after 1,297 consecutive games

One of the most remarkable streaks in sport has come to an abrupt end, with American basketball legend LeBron James’ near 20-year run of scoring at least 10 points in each of his NBA games now over.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 03:12:44 GMT

Hole in Adelaide pitch complicates WBBL finals puzzle

The Adelaide-Hobart WBBL match has had to be abandoned after a ball went under the roller during the innings break, creating a hole in the pitch.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 03:11:09 GMT

Aussie stars light up the Open as McIlroy hangs tough

Australian superstars Min Woo Lee, Adam Scott and Cameron Smith are all within two shots of the lead at the halfway mark of the Australian Open.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 03:07:05 GMT

Star Lions recruits on track to start AFL flag defence

Star recruits Oscar Allen and Sam Draper are on track to be fit for the start of the Brisbane Lions' AFL premiership defence, coach Chris Fagan says.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 02:45:54 GMT

A-League leaders lose rising midfield star to injury

Sydney's hopes of clinging to top spot in the A-League Men have been hampered by an injury to key midfielder Paul Okon-Engstler.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 02:13:42 GMT

City desperate for solution to Socceroo's injury woes

Powerful Socceroo Mathew Leckie can't get a break from his injury woes, but Melbourne City hope they have gotten to the bottom of his problems.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 01:51:38 GMT

'Bring it home for everyone': Oscar clings on to dream

It's the longest of long shots, but Oscar Piastri is comforted by one particular title oddity as he dreams of bringing home the F1 crown to Australia.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 01:01:46 GMT

Why Ian Thorpe has signed up for Sydney-Hobart race

Olympic legend Ian Thorpe will make his Sydney to Hobart debut in 2025, sailing aboard one of the fleet's most impressive supermaxi yachts.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:55:44 GMT

Star NZ sprinter swaps allegiance to Australia

The Australian 4x100m relay squad is set to benefit from the change of allegiance by flying Kiwi sprinter Eddie Osei-Nketia.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:08:17 GMT

Nick of time: Nick Kyrgios to play key event in Melbourne just days out from the Australian Open

A potential Australian Open return is gathering steam after Nick Kyrgios was announced as a headline act at an event in Melbourne next month.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 23:44:27 GMT

Scheffler returns to find himself in familiar territory

World No.1 Scottie Scheffler is back in action and he looked as good as ever at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 23:31:49 GMT

Amorim angry as Red Devils drop points against Hammers

West Ham have earned a late draw at Old Trafford to deny Manchester United the opportunity to climb into the top five in the Premier League.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:32:40 GMT

Hobart stadium approved in ‘historic day’ for Tasmanian Devils AFL team

The stadium will cost $1.13 billion and house 23,000 fans when constructed by 2028.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:55:58 GMT

'One day at a time': Messi business over 2026 World Cup

The great Lionel Messi still won't say if he's definitely going to try to defend his World Cup title with Argentina in 2026.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:28:59 GMT

Springbok Etzebeth lands 12-match ban for eye gouge

World Cup-winning Springboks star Eben Etzebeth has been suspended for 12 matches for gouging an opponent's eye in the Test with Wales.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:17:55 GMT

Magnificent seven last-day Formula One title deciders

The F1 season is coming to another gripping conclusion in Abu Dhabi -- but it's far from the first time the title will be decided in the last race of the year.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:07:51 GMT

Aussie king of Scots relishing World Cup back home

Melbourne's Sione Tuipulotu can't wait to lead Scotland at the Rugby World Cup in his home country in 2027.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:04:48 GMT

Socceroo would love another shot at World Cup foes

The Socceroos can't wait to learn their opponents at the upcoming World Cup, especially if it allows them to handle some unfinished business.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:03:45 GMT

McIlroy and co shift to afternoon action at the Open

Rory McIlroy will start the second round of the Australian Open seven shots adrift of the leading trio.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:33:07 GMT

Would Oscar play kingmaker? Piastri ducks big question

Oscar Piastri has swerved the question of whether he might help Lando Norris lift the world F1 title in Abu Dhabi, saying McLaren haven't discussed the issue.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:05:00 GMT

Root breaks through for first century in Australia

Joe Root's maiden ton in Australian, his first in 30 innings, was a masterclass worth waiting for at the Gabba and his 40th century in a magnificent career.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:44:40 GMT

Coach Alen Stajcic warns Wanderers not to get ‘carried away’ ahead of Perth clash

The Wanderers are set to face a Perth side that has mirrored their own turnaround, with both teams having bounced back with successive wins after a slow start to the season.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:02:48 GMT

Richardson takes next step towards Test comeback

Jhye Richardson has been included in the Australia A squad to face the England Lions at Allan Border Field.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:28:59 GMT

Ravindra, Latham put New Zealand in driving seat

Rachin Ravindra and Tom Latham have puts hosts New Zealand in a commanding position in the first Test against the West Indies in Christchurch.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 06:35:59 GMT

Struggling Richmond make tough call on AFLW coach

Richmond coach Ryan Ferguson has been sacked, just three months after being re-signed, following a review of the Tigers' AFLW program.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 06:12:09 GMT

Sisters to resume WNBL family feud after emotional week

WNBL sisters Keely and Alicia Froling will face off for the first time this season, and Geelong's Shyla Heal reveals how family helped her return from injury.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:37:24 GMT

Australia keep mind games alive before XI unveiled

The Pat Cummins mystery was finally put to bed before the surprise swap of Nathan Lyon and Michael Neser kept Australia's team under wraps until the Gabba toss.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:02:45 GMT

The Ashes: Mitchell Starc strikes in the first over once again to give Australia early ascendancy at Gabba

WATCH: He did it AGAIN! Mitchell Starc made a breakthrough in the opening over for the third time in England’s three innings so far in The Ashes to once again dish up a dream start for Australia.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:30:47 GMT

Ex-Hawks captain requests trade to AFLW battlers

Former Hawthorn captain Tilly Lucas-Rodd wants to play for a fourth AFLW club, asking the Hawks for a trade.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:23:06 GMT

Tough World Cup group still a possibility for Socceroos

With US President Donald Trump among those in attendance in Washington, the Socceroos will learn their fate at the draw for next year's World Cup finals.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:10:53 GMT

High winds and slick greens all good for Smith

Cameron Smith is well placed to end a long run of missed cuts after a good start to the Australian Open at Royal Melbourne.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 03:51:28 GMT

Starc, Root star on seesawing first day of Gabba Test

The second Ashes Test has begun with Mitchell Starc and Joe Root standing up for their respective sides.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 03:38:24 GMT

Fremantle Dockers star Shai Bolton to wear Dockers’ No.10 after retirement of club great Michael Walters

Fremantle star Shai Bolton will wear a different number for the Dockers next year following the retirement of a club great.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 03:10:46 GMT

Switch flicked: Opetaia's ominous fight-week warning

Jai Opetaia had a pointed message to ducking rival Gilberto Ramirez and an ominous warning for his more immediate target ahead of the champion's latest defence.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 02:13:55 GMT

'Can't get sent off in boxing': why Nelson left the NRL

Former NRL star Nelson Asofa-Solomona has opened up on why he left the Melbourne Storm after two premierships and 215 games to pursue a fulltime boxing career.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 01:52:27 GMT

Marsh fails with bat in rare Shield outing for WA

Mitch Marsh has failed with the bat as he makes a rare Sheffield Shield outing amid speculation he's an outside contender for an Ashes spot.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 01:31:11 GMT

Elvis smiling as young gun shoots to share of Open lead

Elvis Smylie had the Australian Open field, including megastar Rory McIlroy, all shook up, with the Queensland young gun claiming a share of the round-one lead.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 23:42:44 GMT

Aussie heaps more misery on Rangers, Celtic sneak home

Ex-Sky Blues and Wanderers striker Zac Sapsford has scored in Dundee United's draw with Rangers, while Glasgow rivals Celtic won a fifth straight in the league.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 23:26:15 GMT

Webber's pain could translate to protege Piastri's joy

Oscar Piastri needs a miracle to win a maiden F1 world championship in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - but his manager knows from experience anything's possible.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 23:07:09 GMT