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Djokovic may be the best athlete of all-time: Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios, in the Australian Open commentary box, has been left amazed by old foe Novak Djokovic, hailing him as possibly the best athlete in sports history.

I’m my own biggest AO threat: Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic has confidently suggested his biggest Australian Open threat is himself as he looks to reprise the 2023 Melbourne form he rates as good as any. The 24-time major champion has won...

Sam Kerr “on road to recovery” as Chelsea hit Cup trail

Chelsea and Matildas superstar Sam Kerr has offered an upbeat message as she recovers from knee surgery.

Josh Giddey records triple double in huge Thunder NBA rout

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 and Josh Giddey had a triple-double as Oklahoma City beat the Portland Trail Blazers 139-77 to share top in the NBA's west.

A short history of the Australian Open – from a Perth Zoo sideshow to economic juggernaut

From relatively humble beginnings, the Australian Open has emerged as a centrepiece in both the global tennis and Australian sporting calendar.

Raiders nab Panthers’ Zac Hosking in forward-pack boost

Penrith second-rower Zac Hosking is heading to Canberra after his former club granted him an immediate release from his contract.

Steve Smith to open, Cameron Green in at No.4 against West Indies

Cameron Green has been named to play in the Adelaide Test against West Indies, with Australia opting against a specialist opener to replace David Warner.

Australian Open ‘should be golf’s fifth major’: McIlroy

Former world No.1 Rory McIlroy has spruiked the Australian Open to become golf's "fifth major" as he eyes a world tour to rival motor sport's Formula One.

Ricky Ponting suggests Sydney Thunder relocate to Canberra

Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting has sparked debate during a BBL commentary stint, suggesting the Sydney Thunder could be better off playing more games at Manuka Oval in Canberra.

Tiger Woods, Nike end partnership after more than 27 years

After 27 years of one of the most valuable partnerships in sport, Tiger Woods is no longer a Nike athlete - raising questions about both's golfing future.

Storylines galore as NFL playoffs set

Baltimore and San Francisco hold the top seeds heading into the NFL's playoffs as they seek drought-breaking Super Bowl victories.

Opener call to herald era of big selection decisions

The decision on who should replace David Warner as Test opener is the first of several big calls for Australia's selectors as an era of transition arrives.

Matildas captain Sam Kerr suffers ‘devastating’ ACL injury, set to miss Olympics

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has suffered an ACL injury while in a training camp with Chelsea and is unlikely to play at the summer Olympics if Australia qualify.

Hip injury forces Rafael Nadal out of Australian Open

A muscle tear has forced 22-time grand slam champion Rafael Nadal out of this month's Australian Open, raising concerns for the 37-year-old's career.

Alex De Minaur ‘dangerous’ ahead of tilt at Australian Open

Beating Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev and gaining a top-10 ranking in one week, no wonder Alex de Minaur's belief is building before the Australian Open.

Warner hits 57 as Australia claim sweep of Pakistan

David Warner has been dismissed for 57 in his final Test innings, while helping Australia claim an eight-wicket win and 3-0 series clean sweep of Pakistan.

De Minaur hails Australia’s unsung United Cup stars

Singles star Alex de Minaur has saluted the unsung heroics of doubles luminaries Storm Hunter and Matt Ebden in Australia's push for United Cup glory.

Packed and pink SCG makes case to keep New Year’s Test

The 32,061 fans who turned out for the first session on Jane McGrath Day would have something to say about Adelaide trying to snatch the New Year's Test.

Warner’s baggy greens located midway through final Test

David Warner's missing baggy greens has been found and returned midway through the legendary opener's final Test.

Teen sensation Luke Littler falls short in darts final

Sixteen-year-old darts prodigy Luke Littler's headline-grabbing run to the final of the World Darts Championship has ended in defeat to No.1 Luke Humphries.

De Minaur stuns Djokovic as Australia soar into semis

Alex de Minaur is savouring the biggest win of his career after proving the doubters wrong to pilot Australia into the United Cup semi-finals with a stunning straight-sets defeat of world No.1...

Sixteen-year-old Luke Littler into World Darts Championships final

Unseeded teenager Luke Littler has won through to the final of the World Darts Championship in London with a 6-2 triumph over 2018 title holder Rob Cross.

David Warner issues plea for return of stolen baggy green

Ahead of his final Test match, retiring Australia opener David Warner has called for the return of his baggy green, which disappeared en route from Melbourne.

David Warner retires from ODIs, won’t rule out 2025 comeback

Australian opening batter David Warner has announced his retirement from one-day international cricket only days before the start of his final Test match.

Key players will try to deliver the goods for NRL clubs in 2024

A new year of NRL awaits, with each club relying heavily on experienced stars or rising youngsters to step up in key areas in 2024.

Dave Warner ‘circus’ ready to roll into SCG for final Test

After Australia completed a memorable victory over Pakistan at the MCG, attention turns to the final match of David Warner's stellar Test career.

Pat Cummins stars in Australia’s thrilling MCG Test triumph

Pat Cummins has completed a bumper 2023 by taking his second 10-wicket haul in Tests to power Australia to a thrilling 79-run win over Pakistan at the MCG. The Australian captain was rewarded...

LawConnect hails ‘dream’ Sydney to Hobart underdog win

LawConnect has clinched line honours in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, running down fellow supermaxi Andoo Comanche in a thrilling river finish.

Ex-NRL star Carl Webb dies aged 42 after MND battle

Retired rugby league enforcer Carl Webb, who made 12 State of Origin appearances for Queensland, has died aged 42.

Rugby Australia make moves towards next Wallabies coach

Ex-Brumbies coach David Nucifora will return to Australia from Ireland, and World Rugby executive Peter Horne will oversee the appointment of a new Test coach.
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