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Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix 2018: Results, championship standings

Formula 1 returned to the outskirts of Budapest for the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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Hungarian Grand Prix race results: Lewis Hamilton dominates; Daniel Ricciardo fights to fourth

Hamilton cruised to victory in a pulsating race to extend his championship lead.

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Nick Kyrgios booed off the court after retiring hurt at Atlanta Open

Tough crowd.

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Parramatta Eels players and staff reportedly swabbed for boils; fears of staph infection

When it rains, it pours - but this is just absurd.

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Jackson Hastings impresses on Super League debut for Salford

It was a debut to remember for Hastings - and didn't the local fans love it.

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Matt Moylan penalised for dangerous tackle on Jamayne Isaako in Broncos-Sharks clash

You hold your breath when these things happen, and it was an accident - but Moylan copped a penalty.

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Why Cronulla Sharks are the best possible fit for Sydney Roosters flyer Daniel Tupou

Tupou is locked in with the Roosters until the end of 2021 - but that may not be the end of it.

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AFL rule changes: West Coast Eagles midfielder Chris Masten says shake-up is 'stupid'

"I think the AFL is ridiculous. Just leave the sport alone and it will get figured out."

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AFL rule changes: Nathan Buckley, Damien Hardwick 'open to' rule trials in later rounds

"I don't think we'll look back on this decision in three years and say it affected certain situations."

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AFL rule changes: Competition committee considers six potential changes

"It's important the fans understand that they should take a level of calmness away from these interviews and these discussions."

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Steve Smith's cricket comeback extends to Caribbean Premier League

The former Aussie skipper is heading to the Caribbean.

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Warriors forward Adam Blair suspended for dangerous contact on Storm's Kenny Bromwich

Blair was charged over the incident with Bromwich when he hit the Storm player late.

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Will South Sydney fall into a rut? Rabbitohs prop Thomas Burgess cans fears of Bunnies form slump

Souths were left licking their wounds as the Tigers ran in four tries to one. Will the Bunnies fall away?

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NRL round 19: Team of the week

The race for the finals is heating up.

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NRL try-scorers: Valentine Holmes, Blake Ferguson lurking as Robert Jennings clings to top spot

The Souths winger clings to the top of the list after going tryless in his side's loss to Wests Tigers.

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Formula 1 German Grand Prix 2018 race results: Lewis Hamilton wins as Sebastian Vettel throws it away

In consecutive races, the home fans didn't get their wish as Hamilton turned the tables on an erroneous Vettel to retake the championship lead.

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Formula 1 German Grand Prix 2018: Results, standings, how to watch, session times, form guide

Formula 1 returned to Hockenheim for the first German Grand Prix since 2016.

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New Zealand Warriors v Melbourne Storm: Stephen Kearney criticises inconsistent refereeing

"They're under a bit of pressure at the moment, the officials."

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Supercars Ipswich: SuperUtes driver escapes terrifying roll

"Next minute I was on my roof."

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Geelong v Melbourne: Zach Tuohy's goal after the siren seals thrilling win for the Cats

Max Gawn, we feel for you.

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Sydney Swans v Gold Coast Suns: John Longmire concedes complacent Swans 'copped a whack'

"This game has got an amazing ability to punch you in the nose when you think you're on top of your game."

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Wests Tigers v South Sydney Rabbitohs: Sam Burgess reported for high shot on Robbie Farah

The Englishman gave his former Bunnies teammate a spray for milking the reaction to the tackle.

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Collingwood skipper Scott Pendlebury bounces ball on risk-taking pigeon

The pigeon is okay, people. It's okay.

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Nic Naitanui injury: West Coast Eagles apologise 'unreservedly' for cameraman incident

"All parts were extremely poorly handled by us."

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Cronulla Sharks v Canberra Raiders: Ricky Stuart rips into 'waste of time' NRL Bunker

"This is why people are turning off rugby league, and it's sad."

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Cronulla Sharks v Canberra Raiders: Contentious refereeing calls cruel Canberra's finals charge

When it's not your day, it's not your day - and then sometimes, it's really not your day.

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Canterbury Bulldogs hit with 'please explain' from NRL for wearing wrong jersey against Parramatta

The Dogs wore different-coloured shorts, but the hoops were too much for some.

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Parramatta Eels v Canterbury Bulldogs: Fans poke fun at 'chaotic' game between NRL cellar-dwellers

Beautiful chaos. Beautiful, beautiful chaos.

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ECB confirms playing schedule for 2019 Ashes series

No Trent Bridge means... no party for Stuart Broad?

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Australia v Philippines brawl: World reacts to sanctions handed down by FIBA

"You are kidding me... what a joke!"

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Australia v Philippines brawl: FIBA suspend 13 players, fine national bodies

The sanctions from THAT brawl have been handed down.

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Tevita Pangai Jr keeps State of Origin fire burning for NSW despite pledging allegiance to Tonga

"I’m still loyal to Tonga, but it was pretty tough, I didn’t know what I was missing out on."

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Malcolm Blight critical of Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley's fears over AFL rule changes

"If you don't like it, resign and go and join the unemployment queue."

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Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs re-sign promising young playmaker Lachlan Lewis

Is the nephew of 'The King' the answer to the Bulldogs' woes?

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Mitchell Marsh 'absolutely' has what it takes for Australian cricket captaincy

"If the opportunity arose, I'd certainly grab it."

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Brisbane Broncos re-sign teenage prop Payne Haas on multi-million dollar deal

It's a mega, mega deal - and he's only 18.

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Manly v Melbourne: Trent Barrett wants clarification from NRL referees boss over costly penalties

"One of those nights where I've got to be careful with what I say."

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Wimbledon 2018: Draw, schedule, seedings, how to watch

Sporting News has you covered for The Championships at Wimbledon.

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Canberra Raiders super-sub Blake Austin catches Kyle Feldt napping with sensational try

Sprinting to put Feldt under pressure, Austin somehow planted the ball down.

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South Sydney's hat-trick hero Robert Jennings banishes weight dramas to hit top gear

"He turned up at pre-season training about eight kilos overweight."

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State of Origin: Whitewash on for Brad Fittler's NSW Blues, but it's not that simple

Having already sealed the series, NSW can land the ultimate insult on the Maroons by whitewashing Queensland in Brisbane.

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Michael Morgan rubbishes rumours Paul Green lost North Queensland Cowboys playing group

"I'm not sure where Willie got it from, but we know it wasn't true."

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Seven unveils commentary team for Australian summer of cricket

Punter. Pigeon. Dizzy. Kat. Bruce!

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State of Origin: NSW coach Brad Fittler hungry for whitewash, but don't expect quiet Queensland

"It'd be sad to think Brisbane ever accepted defeat."

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Aaron Finch in, Tim Paine out? Australia coach Justin Langer hints at ODI captaincy reshuffle

"After this tour we'll have a really, really close look at everything we're doing at the moment, including our leadership."

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NRL round 17: Team of the week

It was the final bye-affected round of the season, and with Origin stars absent, some unheralded names stepped up.

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Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2018 race results: Sebastian Vettel wins thriller; Daniel Ricciardo fifth

The home fans didn't get their wish as Vettel beat Hamilton to the flag in a thrilling race.

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Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2018: Results, standings, how to watch, session times, form guide

Formula 1 returned to the high-speed, ever-popular Silverstone circuit for the British Grand Prix.

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Steve Smith, Cameron Bancroft shine; David Warner struggles: Mixed day for suspended Aussie cricketers

Smith and Bancroft were among the runs, while Warner can't buy a run.

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Gold Coast Suns skipper Steven May criticised by coach for costly gut punch on Shaun Higgins

"As a captain, you know that you let the team down in that moment."

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Who is Jarome Luai? Stand-in Penrith Panthers playmaker lauded by coach, fans

The Panthers went into Friday night's game under pressure to cling onto the top four, but left having unearthed a future star.

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Todd Carney signs with English Super League club Hull KR

Carney has signed with Hull KR, ending speculation of an NRL comeback.

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Supercars: Craig Lowndes announces retirement from full-time career

One of Australia's greatest racers will call it quits from full-time racing at the end of 2018.

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Brisbane Broncos veteran Sam Thaiday confirms retirement at season's end

After nearly 300 NRL games for Brisbane, Thaiday confirms 2018 will be his last for the Broncos.

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Has Gary Ablett improved Geelong? Former teammate Cameron Mooney doesn't think so

In Thursday night's win over the Swans in Sydney, Ablett had 17 touches as Geelong moved closer to the top four with a 12-point win.

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State of Origin: Daly Cherry-Evans perplexed by criticism as Queensland comeback looms

"I don't really know what to do or how to tackle it, I've just got to keep moving on."

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Manly Sea Eagles poised to sign Gold Coast Titans utility Bryce Cartwright: Report

Cartwright only joined the Titans in the pre-season, but reports suggest the utility will head back to Sydney.

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T20 Tri-Series: Billy Stanlake, Aaron Finch destroy Pakistan to hand Justin Langer first win as Australia coach

A gut-busting half-century from skipper Aaron Finch put the icing on the cake after towering quick Billy Stanlake annihilated Pakistan's top order.

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Penrith Panthers set for mid-season review of Anthony Griffin's coaching role, football department

Penrith are in the top four, but reports suggest that still isn't enough.

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Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix 2018: Max Verstappen wins; disaster for Daniel Ricciardo and Mercedes

Verstappen rode his luck in Austria as his rivals encountered trouble.

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Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix 2018: Results, standings, how to watch, session times, form guide

Formula 1 returns to the foot of the Styrian mountains for the Austrian Grand Prix.

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David Warner denies falling-out with Steve Smith following ball-tampering scandal

"I'm an adult, I’m big, strong, I'll move forward."

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Steve Smith gets down to business on cricket comeback in Canada

A catch, a drop, and a 61-run knock. It was a solid return to the turf for the former Aussie skipper.

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Manly Sea Eagles coach Trent Barrett doubts Marty Taupau will feature in Penrith Panthers clash

"He's a huge part of what we do and disappointing we've been put in this position."

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Richmond v Sydney: 'Stay out of the way': Jonathan Brown berates umpire Ray Chamberlain

"They were two of the worst free kicks you'll ever see."

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Parramatta star Jarryd Hayne lauded by Eels coach Brad Arthur after Dragons loss

"I thought he was good. Really good, actually."

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Another blow for Bryce Cartwright as Gold Coast Titans forward breaks hand at training

Cartwright was reportedly taking part in a defensive drill at training when he suffered the injury.

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Wimbledon 2018: Bernard Tomic, Thanasi Kokkinakis among five Aussies on the cusp of qualification

With Wimbledon just days away, the battle for the final spots on the main draw is heating up.

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Canberra Raiders fullback Jack Wighton pleads guilty to assault and public urination

The news could be a hammer blow to Canberra's finals hopes.

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Canberra Raiders confirm two-year deal for halfback Aidan Sezer

They lost Paulo and Boyd, but locking in Sezer will be a massive boost for the Green Machine.

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Jeremy Cameron ban: GWS Giants coach, captain defend banned star from 'slanderous' detractors

"I get frustrated because people forget Jeremy is a human being as well."

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Where's my passport? Cronulla Sharks recruit Aaron Woods reveals how new deal caught him napping

"I didn't think it'd be this week, I thought it'd be next year."

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'I don't want to say yes or no': Waugh weighs in on Tim Paine's future as Australian ODI captain

Paine is ready to lead Australia in the Test arena, but is unsure whether he will continue playing in canary for his country.

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State of Origin: James Maloney eyes NSW whitewash over Queensland; lauds 'big' Kalyn Ponga

"Every time we managed to kick them deep into a corner, they came off their line, got a penalty or a stoppage in play."

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Wimbledon 2018: Bernard Tomic, Thanasi Kokkinakis among five Aussies to advance in qualifying

The Aussies are looking the goods to reach the All England Club's turf.

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Formula 1 French Grand Prix 2018: Results, standings, how to watch, session times, form guide

The 2018 race marks the first time that the French Grand Prix has been run since 2008.

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State of Origin: Wrapping it up in straight sets or forcing deciders? The numbers behind game two

In a best-of-three series, there are limited chances to slip up.

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State of Origin: No mental scars for NSW as Baby Blues go into the unknown

"That feeling of adrenaline they all got becomes addictive."

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Tom Lynch signs three-year extension with Adelaide Crows

Finally, some good news for the Crows.

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Denver Test: Five takeaways from England's big win over New Zealand

Dodgy anthems, a solid crowd, some unheralded names and a high-scoring game. What more could you want?

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State of Origin: Greg Alexander reveals why Matt Prior got the nod over Ryan James for NSW

For some, Brad Fittler's decision to choose Matt Prior for NSW came out out the blue.

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F1: Red Bull boss Christian Horner 'would be surprised' if Daniel Ricciardo left the team

"Obviously our priority is to see if we can find a way to keep Daniel."

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'There's a bright future in league for women': NSW coach Brad Fittler a fan of Women's State of Origin

"The quality in which they're playing is exceptional."

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Nick Kyrgios unfazed after swearing outburst during Edmund win forces BBC to apologise

"Fine. I don't care."

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F1: McLaren reportedly table monster contract to lure Daniel Ricciardo from Red Bull

McLaren have big dollars to spend, and it appears they're throwing them all at the Australian.

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New Zealand breaks T20I total record; England smashes it three hours later

The White Ferns created a little slice of history - only for the Poms to snatch it away just hours later.

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State of Origin: Is Queensland halfback Ben Hunt under the most pressure heading into game two?

"If he can't win this series, his future in Origin comes under question."

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Australia to host Afghanistan, New Zealand set for Boxing Day: ICC release Future Tours Program

What does the new FTP mean for Australia?

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CONFIRMED: Robbie Farah signs deal to return to Wests Tigers

The return of one of Wests Tigers' favourite sons has been confirmed.

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West Coast Eagles forward Josh Kennedy set for layoff with leg injury

The 30-year-old pulled up sore from Friday night's loss to Sydney at the SCG.

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'Men against boys': Cricket world reacts to England's record ODI slaughtering of Australia

Concede the highest ODI score, and slump to your heaviest ODI defeat. The coloured clothing hasn't been kind to the Aussies.

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Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal hit with one-match ban over ball-tampering incident

Chandimal was found guilty of changing the condition of the ball. Will Sri Lanka Cricket hand down further sanctions?

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NRL round 15: The injury list

Round 14 was a shocker for some. Who is in and out for your club for round 15?

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Geelong Cats star Patrick Dangerfield open to shorter games, but remains coy over interchange cap reduction

"We put a huge demand on our players, particularly with scheduling with five and six-day breaks."

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England vs Australia ODI series: Aussie squad features 10 players with fewer than 20 caps

Australian captain Tim Paine only has 30 ODI caps, yet he is still the fifth-most capped player in the Aussie squad.

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Penrith Panthers veteran Peter Wallace opens up on decision to retire

"Everyone wants the fairytale finish... for me, it wasn't to be."

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Wests Tigers recruit Moses Mbye opens up on 'tough' decision to leave Canterbury Bulldogs

"I think it’s important how you leave a club as well."

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Todd Greenberg advises NRL referees to avoid 'nitpicking', introduces new sin bin and salary cap developments

"At times I've seen some over-officiating, that doesn't please me but we have to find the balance."

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NRL round 14: Team of the week

With a full round of games following the Origin opener, some teams had to prove they weren't affected by the week off.

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NRL try-scorers: David Fusitu'a skips away with hat-trick against Manly

With a hat-trick against Manly, the Warriors winger has pushed into a big lead on the NRL try-scorers list.

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State of Origin: How NSW and Queensland's returning stars backed up in round 14

From Origin on Wednesday, to a club game as early as Friday. How did your state's rep stars back up in round 14?

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Kurt Fearnley appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia in Queen's Birthday Honours

No greater recipient.

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AFLPA to review LED signage that left North Melbourne skipper Jack Ziebell bloodied

"This is clearly an unacceptable outcome."

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New Zealand women shatter ODI team score record in Ireland thrashing

If you thought New Zealand's score was insane, wait until you see their winning margin.

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Jeff Horn vs Terence Crawford: Horn avoids weigh-in drama, suggests 'dodgy' scales at fault

Dodgy scales? Say it ain't so!

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State of Origin: The stats that mattered in Game 1

Was the scoreline misleading, or were the Blues really that far ahead?

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State of Origin: Danny Buderus says Queensland injury dramas are distracting Maroons, not NSW

Billy Slater? Gone. Dane Gagai? In doubt. Ben Hunt? Walking wounded. One would expect the drama to inflate the egos of the Blues.

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Australian cricket captain Tim Paine moves to abolish 'win at all costs' culture

"We border-lined on abuse and going too far... banter is part of the game but abuse isn't."

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Crows curse continues with Brisbane Lions forward Charlie Cameron ruled out for season

First it was Lever. Now Cameron is gone. Crows curse? Perhaps.

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Melbourne Demons key forward Tom McDonald signs four-year deal

McDonald will remain with Melbourne until at least end of 2022.

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Sydney Swans respond to 'nonsense' claims about stars Lance Franklin and Dan Hannebery

"He clearly has no credibility in anything else he says."

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Steve Smith confirmed to play for Sydney grade club Sutherland for 2018/19 season

"We’re looking forward to seeing Smithy back playing with us."

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Jake Lever injury: Melbourne defender concedes 'shock' over ACL diagnosis

"Initially I probably thought I didn't do anything too significant."

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NRL round 14: The injury list

Round 13 was a shocker for some. Who is in and out for your club for round 14?

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NRL round 13: Team of the week

It may have been a bye round, but some big names stood up for their clubs with Origin stars missing.

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Is Fremantle star Nat Fyfe in trouble for this high hit on Collingwood's Levi Greenwood?

Greenwood was collected by Fyfe during the third quarter at the MCG on Sunday.

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Was Wests Tigers centre Mahe Fonua put into touch?

It was a breathless finish to the game between the Roosters and the Tigers - but it could have been much different.

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Crusaders flanker Peter Samu cleared to play for Wallabies ahead of Ireland series

A big boost for the Wallabies ahead of the upcoming series against Ireland.

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Adam Cooney criticises 'slow' Essendon in Richmond loss; John Worsfold defends 'conscious' Bombers

"When it gets tough and it gets gritty... they went back to the month of footy prior to the last fortnight."

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Mitchell Moses injury update: Parramatta Eels halfback suffered suspected MCL injury in Newcastle Knights loss

The football gods aren't smiling on Parramatta in 2018.

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James Tedesco eyes Kangaroos fullback spot with Billy Slater's representative retirement looming

Once Slater departs the rep arena, Tedesco wants the green and gold No.1 jersey.

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Sydney Swans ruckman Callum Sinclair fined for staging during win over Carlton

And the Academy Award goes to...

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Facepalm alert: Cronulla Sharks prop Ava Seumanufagai runs to the wrong end of the field

Ava Seumanufagai is all of us on a Monday morning.

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Sledge of the season? Sydney Swans defender Dane Rampe roasts umpire over Clarkson-McLachlan meeting

"Clarko would be happy with that."

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More pain for Cronulla Sharks with Josh Dugan set to miss a month with leg injury

The 28-year-old experienced discomfort in the closing stages of Cronulla's win over the Knights on Sunday.

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State of Origin: Queensland halfback Ben Hunt dampens injury dramas, 'definitely' ready to play

Well, that settles that. For now.

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NRL clubs interested in Canterbury Bulldogs prop Aaron Woods, but only at the right price

The merry-go-round at Belmore is gaining momentum, with Woods seemingly the next out the door. Logically, one club has firmed as his new home - but only at the right price.

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State of Origin: Greg Inglis 'shocked' to be handed Queensland captaincy

"Never in my wildest dreams had I thought I’d be named captain of Queensland."

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Wests Tigers confirm signing of Canterbury Bulldogs fullback Moses Mbye

Another loss for the Bulldogs - but is it a gain for the Tigers?

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State of Origin: 'Nervous' Nathan Cleary takes responsibility to lead young NSW attack

"It's a good chance for us to kick forward and change the ways of what has been in the past."

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State of Origin: Tom Trbojevic hilariously grilled by NSW coach Brad Fittler over forward passes

"I wanted to kill him, I wanted to neck him."

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State of Origin: NSW coach Brad Fittler weighs into Andrew Fifita allegiance drama

"Never say never about anything."

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OFFICIAL: Brad Fittler confirms mass changes to NSW Blues side for State of Origin opener

Freddy's first Origin team is in. Will it be a winner for the Blues?

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Richmond Tigers v St Kilda Saints: AFL admits 'wrong decision' on score review

"The AFL will continue to coach and educate the staff involved around what is expected in their roles."

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St Kilda's Paddy McCartin resorts to helmet after seven concussions in four years

You can never be too careful - if only McCartin wore one earlier.

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French Open 2018: Ash Barty facing possible Serena Williams clash; Nick Kyrgios draws first round qualifier

An Australian hasn't won a singles title at Roland-Garros since Margaret Court in 1973. Considering the 2018 draw, anything is possible.

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James Tedesco at fullback, Damien Cook at hooker: Matty Johns selects NSW State of Origin side

Brad Fittler's maiden New South Wales side will be named on Monday, and speculation has been rife about the players he will select.

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McInnes, Cook or Koroisau? NSW Origin advisor Greg Alexander says starting Blues hooker has been confirmed

It was the simple, yet defining answer given by NSW Origin advisor Greg Alexander when asked if the Blues' starting hooker had been confirmed.

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Canterbury Bulldogs prop Aaron Woods confident in NSW Origin selection chances

"I've been there before. They know what I can do."

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Head-to-head: Parramatta Eels set for season-defining Suncorp clash against Brisbane Broncos

It's a big, big game. For Parra, they have to start winning. For Brisbane, they have to put their inconsistency to bed.

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Kevin Naiqama confirmed to leave Wests Tigers for English Super League

The Fijian international was off-contract at the end of 2018.

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By the numbers: Tariq Sims or Boyd Cordner for New South Wales' State of Origin side?

Phil Gould said Cordner isn't "going good enough" to warrant Origin selection, suggesting Sims is the better player. Was the former Blues coach right, or is Cordner's output better than Gus thinks?

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Milked penalties, 'dangerous' tackles and sin-bin timekeeping drama: NRL boss Todd Greenberg put on the spot

It was another controversial weekend on the field in the NRL, with several incidents brought into the spotlight in round 11.

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Wests Tigers halfback Luke Brooks concedes Origin chances have dimmed, backs Penrith duo for NSW

The race for the NSW playmaking spots has tightened - but Brooks has hinted he is no longer a frontrunner.

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Melbourne Demons in Jake Lever's corner as crunch Adelaide Crows match-up looms

"We'll be trying to back up Jake if they try to get stuck into him or ruffle his feathers."

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Canberra Raiders prop Junior Paulo signs four-year deal with Parramatta Eels

The Eels finally have their man.

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Relief for Sydney Swans as Lance Franklin cleared by Match Review Officer over Hamling hit

Franklin came under scrutiny for the incident on Joel Hamling during Sydney's clash with Fremantle at the SCG on Saturday night.

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Supercars: Rick Kelly wins for Nissan four days after marque withdraws from sport

An extraordinary result considering the past week's events.

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Sydney Roosters forward Dylan Napa avoids charge for hit on Brisbane's Korbin Sims

The news from the MRC is not what the Roosters expected to hear - but it will confuse them further.

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Injury rules Carlton's Charlie Curnow out of Melbourne clash

Come on Charlie, after all you put us through?

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Brisbane Broncos young gun Kotoni Staggs a bolt from the blue

Wayne Bennett has unearthed a ripper in Staggs, who hails from country New South Wales.

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Marc Leishman breaks 36-hole Byron Nelson record previously shared by Tiger Woods

The Aussie is on a mission!

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Parramatta's Will Smith, Brisbane's Anthony Milford earn near-identical penalties after throwing ball into opposition player

"If that's not milking, I don't know what is!"

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Sydney Roosters forward Dylan Napa sin-binned, placed on report over 'dangerous' high shot on Brisbane's Korbin Sims

Napa was placed on report for the hit, which had resulted in a head-clash.

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By the numbers: Brisbane Broncos, Sydney Roosters set for crunch Suncorp clash

It's one of the key matches in round 11 - and it could be one that shows where both teams are headed in 2018.

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AFL to appeal verdicts on Carlton brothers Ed and Charlie Curnow over downgraded umpire contact findings

The Curnows aren't out of jail just yet.

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Essendon coach John Worsfold defends position following Mark Neeld sacking

"We're not happy with where we're at, but we're on a clear pathway to where we want to get to."

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Fremantle midfielder Bradley Hill dumped from leadership group, fined and suspended over night out

Last week, the three-time premiership winner was arrested by police following an incident at a Scarborough pub.

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Darren Lockyer pays tribute to 'authoritative' Cameron Smith following representative retirement

"In terms of his demeanour, it was the same when he started to when he finished."

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Nissan to withdraw Supercars involvement at end of 2018 season

Just weeks after Ford invested back into the sport, Nissan have dropped a bombshell.

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Brendon Goddard shoulders the weight of Essendon's defensive woes

"That's just a statistic you guys can easily go to and use to say he isn't giving effort."

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Shane Warne the latest to join Fox cricket commentary team: Report

Is Australia's most prolific spin bowler set to move to a permanent commentary home?

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Mark Waugh steps down as national selector, accepts commentary role with Fox Sports

The broadcast reshuffle has seen another big name join the ranks.

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WA cricket's hesitancy encourages Cameron Bancroft playing return in Sydney: Report

WA clubs have cleared the way for suspended opener Cameron Bancroft to play Premier Cricket - but it could have been much different.

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NRL by the numbers: Are South Sydney Rabbitohs the real deal in 2018?

Many were quick to dull Sunday's result down to a poor Dragons performance. However, the Bunnies are firing - and how.

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John Millman sweeps aside Bernard Tomic to win challenger event in France

The all-Aussie final went Millman's way, in a big way.

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Clint Gutherson's apology for Parramatta's loss to Bulldogs draws the best from footy faces and fans

The human element of footy is evident, and never is it so raw.

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Has Alastair Clarkson hinted he is drawing his days as Hawthorn coach to a close?

"You get pretty disappointed with your own coaching."

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Will Sydney Swans lose Luke Parker to suspension over this bump on Hawthorn's Jarman Impey?

Judging recent precedent - we're looking at you, Nic - you'd probably have to say yes.

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Who needs Buddy Franklin when you have Ben Ronke? Sydney Swans youngster lights up MCG

Get around him!

James Pavey

Connor Watson inspires wrong-sided 18-point turnaround for Newcastle Knights

What could have been for the Knights, turned into gold for the Panthers.

James Pavey

Hawthorn are the real deal in 2018: Connolly

The Hawks are sitting pretty with a 5-2 record. Is it a flash in the pan, or are Clarko's men on the money?

James Pavey

Ross Lyon backed by Fremantle despite speculation about his future at the club

"I understand there is a lot of hurt occurring at our club. This really saddens me."

James Pavey

Sydney Swans superstar Lance Franklin ruled out of Hawthorn clash

Franklin has been struggling with a bruised heel for the best part of a month.

James Pavey

Tim Paine denies reports of player conflict with banned opener David Warner

"They were disappointing comments and it's not the way David is held within our team."

James Pavey

Michael Maguire confirmed as New Zealand Kiwis head coach

The Kiwis have their man.

James Pavey

Fortress Leichhardt? Wests Tigers out to continue Sydney dominance over North Queensland Cowboys

Thursday's clash marks a crucial point in the season for both clubs.

James Pavey

Wests Tigers coach Ivan Cleary reveals insight into son Nathan's recovery from knee injury

Dad's the word - just ask Nathan Cleary.

James Pavey

Nathan Lyon concedes Australian cricket team was tarnished by ball-tampering drama

"That's where I think this new era starting under Justin Langer in the next couple of weeks is an exciting era."

James Pavey

Parramatta Eels co-captain Tim Mannah suffers fractured eye socket in Sharks loss

A roadblock for the Eels as they look to recover their season.

James Pavey

Nic Maddinson selected in Australian T20 squad despite losing state contract

He's got talent, but no state contract. So how does he get a national call-up?

James Pavey

'He's nowhere near NRL standard' - Gold Coast Titans' fill-in half Bryce Cartwright savaged by Michael Ennis

"Bryce is letting his coach down. There’s no two ways about it."

James Pavey

India refuse to play day-night Test against Australia this summer

Australian cricket's newest tradition has had the brakes applied by the BCCI.

James Pavey

Tim Paine confirmed as Australia's one-day captain as ODI, T20 squads announced

The shake-up of Australian cricket begins.

James Pavey

David Warner, Cameron Bancroft linked to potential cricket comeback in Northern Territory

The stepping stones to a cricket comeback for the banned players are beginning to be laid.

James Pavey

Pressure mounting on out-of-sorts Bryce Cartwright after Gold Coast Titans' loss to Canberra Raiders

It's hard work being an NRL half - but if you're not an out-and-out half, it's even harder.

James Pavey

Damien Cook's Origin stocks on show in South Sydney Rabbitohs win over Newcastle Knights

"Fans see what he does in 80 minutes, I see what he does on the training paddock and around the club."

James Pavey

England's all-time leading wicket-taker James Anderson sports bleached hair

Blast from the past!

James Pavey

St George Illawarra Dragons centre Euan Aitken identifies Melbourne Storm duo Cameron Smith and Cameron Munster as targets

Sunday's clash has been billed as the biggest so far this season, and the Red V know who they want to target.

James Pavey

St Kilda's Dylan Roberton ruled out of season with ongoing heart condition

Another blow for the struggling Saints.

James Pavey

Justin Langer's appointment as Australian cricket coach across all formats the right move, Stuart Clark says

"Knowing him reasonably well, he's very much a student of the game."

James Pavey

Manly Sea Eagles coach Trent Barrett could quit the club, reports suggest

It seems as impossible as it seems plausible, but could Barrett be on his way out of Manly?

James Pavey

Penrith Panthers fullback Dylan Edwards requires shoulder surgery, ruled out of season

More frustrating news on the injury front for the Panthers.

James Pavey

Ball-tampering scandal: Cricket Australia releases details of independent review, players named for separate review panel

Cricket Australia has confirmed details of the two reviews commissioned to examine cultural issues following events during the recent Australian cricket tour to South Africa.

James Pavey

Formula 1 trademarks Daniel Ricciardo's 'shoey' celebration

David Reynolds did it. Jack Miller did it. Daniel Ricciardo took it global. Now, Formula 1 owns it.

James Pavey

The greatest goal in A-League history? Newcastle Jets midfielder Riley McGree nets extraordinary 'scorpion kick'

What. A. Strike.

James Pavey

Will this injury for Lachlan Croker force Manly Sea Eagles coach Trent Barrett to pick Jackson Hastings?

Manly were already running low on numbers - some to injury, others for reasons well-known - but this one will hurt.

James Pavey

Dubious Bunker decision sees try awarded to Newcastle Knights playmaker Connor Watson

It was tight. Really tight.

James Pavey

NSWRL boss confirms hulking Brisbane Broncos forward Payne Haas will represent New South Wales

Blues fans, this is now officially a glimpse at the future.

James Pavey

ICC turns attention to Olympics berth for cricket for 2028 Games

Cricket at the Olympics. Sounds strange, right?

James Pavey

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