Dogs star Smith takes leave from AFL
The Western Bulldogs are supportive of midfield star Bailey Smith's decision to take indefinite personal leave from the AFL club.
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Slow-going England further in negative
England have had their over-rates penalty from Brisbane increased from five to eight World Test Championship points, leaving them in even more pain.
Reds to chase striker signing in January
Adelaide United have struggled to convert their chances and, with young striker Kusini Yengi injured, will look to the transfer window to bolster their attack.
COVID cases to keep hitting ALM: Aloisi
Western United have been hit with three positive COVID-19 cases in one week and coach John Aloisi expects A-League Men clubs to continue to face the issue.
Aussie Anthony wins in World Cup moguls
Australian Winter Olympics hope Jakara Anthony is warming up impressively for her medal assault in Beijing after a World Cup moguls triumph at Alpe d'Huez.
Popular Neser gets reward for 26-game wait
Michael Neser waited 26 games for his first Baggy Green - but took just two balls to claim one of the most popular Test wickets for Australia.
MVP Cotton inspires Wildcats to victory
Bryce Cotton was back to his MVP best as Perth beat Brisbane Bullets 83-70 but the Wildcats were left with an injury concern over Todd Blanchfield.
Hawks outlast Breakers in NBL double OT
Illawarra Hawks have outlasted the New Zealand Breakers 97-96 in the NBL after a double-overtime thriller handed the Kiwis their fourth straight loss.
AFLW match called off due to COVID case
One of the seven AFLW practice matches scheduled before Christmas has been called off because of a COVID-19 case in the GWS Giants camp.
Glory’s COVID drama a blow for Sturridge
Perth Glory chief executive Tony Pignata is hopeful players and staff can leave their hotel quarantine in Queensland early to complete their stint in Perth.
Mahmood poised to heat up BBL, Ashes ready
Sydney Thunder's Saqib Mahmood will make his BBL debut soon, putting thoughts of this summer's Ashes and the 2022 Twenty20 World Cup to the back of his mind.
Finals failure fuels Storm’s NRL rebound
Melbourne's Ryan Papenhuyzen says the club will use off-field distraction and their finals capitulation as motivation to return in 2022 stronger than before.
Socceroo Grant set for Sydney FC return
Socceroo Rhyan Grant is a chance to return for Sydney FC this weekend against Wellington after getting the COVID all-clear.
Unsigned Norman calls time on NRL career
Playmaker Corey Norman has retired from the NRL after 228 games with Brisbane, Parramatta and St George Illawarra.
O’Neill in lucky escape from Glory lock-up
Perth Glory CEO Tony Pignata is hopeful players and staff will be able to leave their hotel quarantine stint in Queensland early to complete it in Perth.
Skipper Steele signs long-term Saints deal
Star midfielder Jack Steele has committed to St Kilda until the end of 2027 by signing a fresh long-term contract with the AFL club.
Hamilton will be back: F1 champ Verstappen
Formula One champion Max Verstappen is expecting to renew his rivalry with Lewis Hamilton next year despite uncertainty surrounding the Briton's career.
Dutch delight as 2022 Vuelta route named
Next year's Vuelta de Espana will begin in Utrecht on August 19, much to the delight of Dutch cycling fans.
COVID spike plays havoc with world sport
The spike of COVID cases around the world is beginning to disrupt sport yet again.
Chelsea slip, Liverpool win again in EPL
There has been another twist in the EPL with title-contenders Chelsea dropping points in a 1-1 draw with Everton, while Liverpool beat Newcastle 3-1.
Woods ‘crazy good’ before golf return
Former world No.1 Tiger Woods is getting ready to return to some form of competition and the early reports are encouraging.
Mercedes withdraws appeal over F1 result
Mercedes will not appeal the outcome of the season-ending Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix in a move that confirms Max Verstappen as the 2021 world champion.
United thrash Kings to open NBL account
Records have tumbled as Melbourne United trounced the Sydney Kings 89-47 for their first win of the 2021-22 NBL season.
David Warner again falls shy of Ashes ton
Opener David Warner has fallen short of a century for the second time in as many Ashes Tests, dismissed for 95 at Adelaide Oval.
England defend Ashes bowling tactics
England have defended their bowling tactics on a largely fruitless opening day of the second Test against Australia.
Warner’s painful knock puts Aussies on top
David Warner has overcome rib pain to combine with Marnus Labuschagne to put Australia on top of the pink-ball Ashes Test, going to stumps on day one at 2-221.
Mercedes drop appeal but cry ‘robbery’
Mercedes have dropped their appeal over the result of the Abu Dhabi GP but boss Toto Wolff says Lewis Hamilton will never get over being "robbed" of the title.
Pakistan/WI ODI series ditched over COVID
The West Indies limited-overs tour to Pakistan has been cut short after the number of COVID-19 cases in the visiting squad rocketed to nine.
Ash Barty crowned ITF 2021 world champion
Ash Barty has been crowned the International Tennis Federation women's world champion for 2021 after her triumphant Wimbledon-winning season.
NRL mourns death of Peter Mulholland
Legendary rugby league talent scout Peter Mulholland has died at the age of 68.
Hooker Codie Taylor commits to NZ rugby
Veteran Test hooker Codie Taylor has signed a long-term contract extension with New Zealand Rugby, staying on until at least 2025.