Manly and the Warriors have thrown a spanner in the race to the NRL finals, as two heavyweights battle for a second bite of the cherry. We’ve crunched the numbers on the Ladder Predictor to determine who’s in and who’s out of finals contention.
Des Hasler let loose on the Gold Coast Titans squad before players started moving towards the showers and ice baths – that’s when cameras captured the real spray.
It started with a query from a teammate. Then came the text message. This is the remarkable story of how a Roosters and Maroons gun connected with his cousin Jay Toia, a defensive tackle with the Dallas Cowboys.
The billionaire petrol baron described as the Nick Politis of PNG rugby league has declared his innocence after ‘incorrect and defamatory’ allegations forced a corruption investigation into his business dealings.
The players won’t talk about it, but the Lions’ decision to block Pete Samu from representing First Nations Pasifika will add plenty fuel to the fire when they clash on Tuesday night.
Australia’s most important player says he is ready to return at the MCG for the must-win second Test, as Lions coach Andy Farrell raises eyebrows with yet another curious selection call.
More than half the players in Super Netball, including several captains, imports and rising stars, are in negotiations with their clubs for new deals ahead of the free agency period from August 4. See every player’s status, and the key target for each club, here.
The Warriors have launched a trans-Tasman assault on the Broncos after setting up a poaching program one of rugby league’s most fertile breeding grounds.
The Wallabies have defended their actions at the end of their first Test defeat to the Lions, and taken umbrage at scathing criticism from legendary England coach Sir Clive Woodward.
A controversial rule introduced in 2024 could be on the chopping block in a radical plan to shake-up the start of the Bathurst 1000.
Rugby union’s TV ratings on Channel 9 for the opening Test match of the Wallabies v British and Irish Lions series were annihilated by State of Origin.
In the space of 39 months, Scottie Scheffler has won four majors and now is within touching distance of the career grand slam, needing just the US Open to join golf’s most exclusive club.
It was the controversial incident that lost Melbourne the game against Manly, but it’s since been revealed that Harry Grant had already been warned by the NRL for a similar offence just days beforehand. WATCH THE VIDEO.
Des Hasler has had some memorable blow-ups over the years, but this epic spray in the sheds after his side’s one-point loss to the Tigers is one of his best. The question is – will it be his last in charge of the Titans? WATCH THE VIDEO.
Titans forward Tino Fa’asuamaleaui and Melbourne five-eighth Cameron Munster are among a number of top players in doubt this week. Full predicted team changes
Another Queensland derby is in the books, but it’s the arrival of a premiership rival in one of south east Queensland’s most fertile regions which could become the hotbed of league’s next turf war.
His numbers are poor but fate has handed Jake Fraser-McGurk a surprise Australian recall. This is why selectors are backing the Rooster, and what he must do to be a World Cup bolter.
Six months on from being dropped, Marnus Labuschagne looks most likely to be opening the batting in the first Ashes Test. What did he do to precipitate the change? Absolutely nothing, writes Robert Craddock
After decades of quiet urging, two years of planning, Dungog will unveil a statue of its favourite son. This is the story of how it came about and how the town plans to celebrate.
Dumped for the tour of the West Indies, Marnus Labuschagne could be back as soon as the first Ashes Test, with the Australian coach declaring they are ‘open to all options.’
A devastating truth bomb from recently axed Formula 1 team boss Christian Horner is coming back to haunt Red Bull.
Tearful staff rocked by Red Bull chief Christian Horner’s axing have been ordered to ‘smile more’ by their new Austrian and German bosses.
A jaw-dropping rumour has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 paddock with Christian Horner being linked with a rival team.
The worlds of two of Australia’s biggest stars have collided with fans left lost for words by their epic photo drop.
Golf: Scottie Scheffler may have won The Open, but it was his baby boy who melted hearts and stole the spotlight during the celebrations.
Golf: Scottie Scheffler spoke to the media after claiming his fourth major title at The Open Championship in Portrush.
Marc Leishman was the only survivor of an Australian wipeout at the The Open and the LIV star knows that’s the best way to get there again.
Golf: American Scottie Scheffler delivered a command performance to win his first British Open title by four shots after a closing 68 at Royal…
Chase Hoogsteden was once too weak to walk after a shock leukaemia diagnosis. He’s now an under-10 tennis champion – and his comeback is as remarkable as it is inspiring.
Tennis champion Serena Williams has sent fans into frenzy after sharing a recent clip of her back on the tennis court.
Former Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard has made a surprising career move just days after making her return to the court.
Tennis superstar Aryna Sabalenka has left jaws on the floor after posting loved up snaps from a romantic holiday with her partner.
The Tasmania JackJumpers are expected to know where the future of big man Will Magnay lies in the coming days as coach Scott Roth discusses links of a Jack McVeigh return.
They just fell short of an almighty World Cup shock, not seen since 1993, but Australia’s brilliant U19 Gems have shown Team USA the world is catching up. Here are the 12 teens at the forefront.
Basketball: Australia beat Japan 88-79 in China to claim their first gold medal in FIBA women’s Asia Cup history.
Just when it looked like Australia would cruise to a first-ever Asia Cup gold, a Japan salvo threatened to cruelly rip away history. Here’s how a new Aussie hero beat the clock and rescued the Opals.
Liverpool are closing in on a new striker after agreeing to a lofty sum with a Bundesliga club, while Manchester United’s long chase of a Premier League star has finally come to an end.
An offer put forward by a soccer player charged over his alleged involvement in an A-League betting fraud scheme has been rejected by prosecutors, a court has been told.
An offer put forward by a soccer player charged over his alleged involvement in an A-League betting fraud scheme has been rejected by prosecutors, a court has been told.
One of the A-League’s most exciting players wants to leave Sydney FC to join a rival club, but the Sky Blues won’t let him go.
The Australian Turf Club has announced its new chairman following the announcement of Peter McGauran to step down from the role.
Grand sprinter Dandy Kid, who won a record 15 races at The Valley, has died at the age of 28.
With Briasa already locked in for The Everest, John Hawkes is hoping his exciting pacer Seathestars can burst into contention for The Eureka.
Darryl ‘Digger’ McLellan admits it’s not the way he wanted his career to end, but an ongoing shoulder problem has signalled the end of his race riding career.
Tim Tsyzu’s shot at redemption went up in flames as the Aussie quit on the stool, and now his promoter has hinted the 30-year-old may walk away from the sport.
As the magnitude of his latest crushing loss to Sebastian Fundora sinks in, Tim Tszyu is asking himself one question: what happens now? Everything is on the table. And it could be extreme.
Boxing: Fox Sports’ Cody Kaye discusses what the future might hold for Tim Tszyu after his rematch defeat to Sebastian Fundora.
A major hint that Dee Devlin is ‘clearly not happy’ with Irish megastar Conor McGregor has emerged after the fighter’s latest indiscretion.
Netball: Melbourne Vixens beat Adelaide Thunderbirds 58-56 and West Coast Fever beat NSW Swifts 77-45.
Right now, it’s the West Coast Fever’s crown to lose, but their remaining title rivals – Swifts and Vixens – have shown how they could spoil the party if they earn the chance. These are the big talking points from the Super Netball semi finals.
Vixens exact the ultimate revenge on the Thunderbirds for last year’s Super Netball grand final defeat, while West Coast Fever has qualified for the decider in emphatic fashion.
Her netball coaching feats rival rugby league super coach Wayne Bennett, and after multiple championships at the elite level, the most experienced coach in Super Netball is stepping down.
Rugby: The Wallabies have shrugged off claims about a losing mentality following a loss to the Lions in their opening game of the series.
A Melbourne-born Wallabies star is set to make a timely return to Australia’s team for a must-win clash against the British and Irish Lions.
Last year a teenager made his first NSW country team, played his heart out and is now inspiring other young guns from the bush as a rising star of rugby.
Just three rounds remain in Sydney Rugby Union 1st Colts and there is still plenty to play for, including spots in the finals series. Top try scorers, a hot boot and Rd 15 result wrap
We rank the top 50 under-18 rugby league players in the country — including a young gun who might make his NRL debut this year and a Reece Walsh clone. See the full list.
In a CODE Sports exclusive, the ultimate list of every player agent can be revealed: the master negotiators behind the NRL’s biggest contract stories this season are finally uncovered. SEE THE FULL LIST
Rugby league player agents are the kings of NRL contracts, holding $200 million worth of player talent in their hands – but who controls the influence at your club? We reveal the big players at every club.
Much has been made of Parramatta’s struggles to hold junior talent, but the club still boasts a number of emerging stars that are knocking on the door of first-grade debuts. We reveal every NRL club’s rookie prospects.
While they may be strangers to post-season action, Bendigo will be out to create their own slice of VNL finals history when they face Casey in an elimination final. Watch every week 1 finals match LIVE.
It was a day full of highlights – and one shocking upset – at the Titans Schools League grand finals, with one coach describing his side’s win as ‘resilient’. Watch all the REPLAYS here.
Watch the replay of the Marymount College v Keebra Park 11s (Boys Open Cup) – 2025 Titans Schools League
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Eye spy the Maroons middle forward Origin future: Here’s 50 cracker rookies you simply must know, some certain to fortify Queensland’s campaigns this decade and beyond.
Australia’s next generation World Cup rugby prospects will feature at the World Rugby Under-20 Championships. These are the names you should be following.
From inspiring skippers to ‘brick wall’ keepers, here are the stars of the Hockey Queensland U14 Girls State Championships. Find out who cracked the list from your team here.
Nova Brisbane’s breakfast co-host David ‘Luttsy’ Lutteral and The Courier-Mail editor Chris Jones chronicle Brisbane’s transformation into an Olympic city.
Join the Herald Sun’s Lauren Wood and the team as they talk through the big news of the week, and what’s set for the weekend of footy.
Every week of the AFL season, discusses footy’s big issues and the personalities behind the players who make the game tick.
A Miles Government minister has all but shut down plans for an Olympic mega precinct with a stunning 60,000-seat waterfront stadium, revealing tenders had already been issued for the QSAC upgrades. TAKE OUR POLL
Aussie breakdancer ‘Raygun’ says the vitriol she’s copped since the Paris Olympics has been devastating because she thought her routine would bring joy but instead it opened the door “to so much hate”.
There’s only one thing a 14-year-old Olympic gold medallist can do after the Games are done and that’s what’s on Arisa Trew’s mind.
Canoe superstar Jess Fox has enjoyed the arrival home as an Olympic gold medallist before, but this time it was her sister’s turn.
AFL: Steven May is preparing to plead his case to have his three game ban for careless contact overturned.
Jack Martin arrived at Carlton as a big-money recruit who could have changed the game for them. Five years later he was delisted – but could he now be Geelong’s secret weapon in a flag tilt?
Greg Swann barely has his feet under his new desk, but the league’s new footy boss has already outlined his agenda. See what he wants to fix about the game – and what he thinks is going well.
A shock result last round could leave just three clubs at risk of a heartbreaking ninth-placed finish. See who they are, predict your own ladder and see ours here.
A proposed new stadium for the Washington Commanders is under pressure from US President Donald Trump, who has threatened to scuttle the deal without a team nickname change.
An Australian cheerleader has made history, getting selected to the ultra prestigious Dallas Cowboys cheerleading squad.
The world can’t get enough of the Coldplay kiss cam scandal, and the couple have been roasted in savage scenes at a US sporting game.
Viewers have been left divided after a male comedian went to town on the sports world in a spicy monologue that pulled no punches.
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