Matildas new fight ahead of Olympics
The Matildas have taken on a new fight after new research revealed a grim truth about the future of sport in Australia.
Olympics 2016
‘Pretty speechless’: SA gymnast on the cusp of Olympic dream
A 21-year-old South Australian gymnast is close to achieving his Olympic dream and making history for his home state on the world’s biggest stage.
Boomers squad tracker: Ingles under pressure with just five spots left
The majority of Australia’s 12-player squad for the Olympics seems locked in – but there are spots up for grabs in Brian Goorjian’s Boomers squad. Our experts investigate those in contention.
Matildas take Olympic gamble on injured star in WC repeat
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has once again named an injured star in his squad – with the coach adamant midfield engine Katrina Gorry will be match fit in time for the Paris Olympics.
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‘Speechless’: From unknown to high flying Paris Olympic medal hope
She was one of the first athletes named for the Paris Olympics and one of the Australian teams least known but that could be about to change for this sailing gun after a crazy win in Europe.
How Giddey was primed to be ‘most influential’ Boomers star
A record six Australian Boomers are receiving the perfect preparation for the Paris Olympics on basketball’s biggest stage in the NBA playoffs, headed by the program’s future in Josh Giddey.
Australia faces black hole as Arnie’s prophecy rings true
Australia’s footballing talent has been in decline for years and is highlighted by the Olyroos failing to qualify for this year’s Paris Games. ROBBIE SLATER writes how FA allowed this to happen.
The loophole that could get Kerr in the Matildas’ Paris squad
Matildas injured superstar Sam Kerr could be on her way to the Paris Games despite being unlikely to take the field. MATT LOGUE and ERIN SMITH discover the loophole to get her there.
Why Australia is tipped to have best medal tally in two decades
With the countdown to the Games well and truly on for the nations best athletes, JULIAN LINDEN takes a look at who wins medals for Australia and why it’s all set up for a huge summer in Paris.
Australia a hot Olympic gold prospect thanks to Levi genes
Superstar sisters Maddison and Teagan Levi have grand ambitions for the Australian women’s 7s team and Olympic gold is just the start.
Simmons cops brutal Olympics blow
There will be 10 players from Australia’s historic bronze medal winning team in Tokyo trying to get to Paris but that team won’t include Ben Simmons.
Goorj floats changing of guard amid surprise Paris call ups
The NBL’s tallest player, a late-blooming NCAA forward and a pair of Tasmanian grand final heroes will be among those given the chance to make the Boomers Paris Olympic team.
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