Wider review re-opens investigation into Petracca incident
The AFL is set to reinvestigate Christian Petracca’s King’s Birthday near-death experience after an official demand from the AFLPA.
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Cornes: The AFL stars who won’t return my calls
Kane Cornes has trained himself not to let the criticism in during his time at the media, but Cornes tells Scott Gullan even some of his former teammates won’t return his calls.
Pies, Lions, Suns: Who stood out in three-way practice clash
Gold Coast, Brisbane and Collingwood faced off in a series of short clashes, and while the teams have gotten through largely incident-free, it wasn’t all smooth sailing.
The seven Champions Trophy unknowns Australia should fear
The Champions Trophy is back after an eight-year hiatus. Here’s everything you need to know, including seven stars Australia must topple to snare one of the rare trophies not currently in their possession.
Star Saint’s latest setback puts round 1 hopes on edge
After making a comeback from a recent training mishap, Max King has been struck down with another complaint that could spell trouble for the Saints.
Biggest month in Aussie UFC history: Two title fights locked in
Two Aussies are preparing for UFC title fights in what shapes as the biggest month in Australian MMA history, reports BRENDAN BRADFORD.
Blues hand former Cats, Power forward a lifeline
Carlton had five players fighting for its final list spot, but has decided to hand a former Geelong and Port Adelaide forward a lifeline at a third club in the SSP.
Every Demon rated: The star Dees ‘would be stuffed’ without
The Dees fell away from contention last year. But with their A-graders fit and firing, can they bounce back? Glenn McFarlane and Jon Ralph rate every player on their list.
Hunter living Diamond dream with ‘cracking type’ bought for a steal
Third-year trainer Rory Hunter has already achieved his dream of having a Blue Diamond runner with a horse he thought would be out of his price range.
Kerr ‘irrelevant’ as Matildas coach moves on
The Matildas have moved on from Sam Kerr and her legal saga, with coach Tom Sermanni hitting out after being peppered with questions on the missing star ahead of the SheBelieves Cup.
Mills on NBL radar as NBA free agent wishlist revealed
Could Patty Mills be lured home? A smart NBL marketing video has sparked speculation as an NBA wishlist emerges. Plus, another Sydney team is on the league’s radar. More in CROSSCOURT.
The day job keeping the Supercars reigning champion grounded
He finished 2024 a Supercars champion, but don’t think Will Brown is still riding that wave. The Triple Eight star reveals how he recharged in the off-season, and it’s not how some would think.
Local footy giant facing massive salary cap penalty
A major competition is believed to be on the verge of announcing a severe punishment for one of Melbourne’s biggest local footy clubs over alleged salary cap breaches extending back three years.
DPP predictions that could change your SuperCoach plans
Mid-season position changes have turned SuperCoach on its head. Who could gain DPP this season? Here are 20 players who should be on your watch list.
Buddy, Barry and flag heroes: Sydney’s best team since 2000
Sydney has been one of the AFL’s most dominant teams this century, powered by a host of the league’s biggest stars. See who made the cut in Lachlan McKirdy’s best side since 2000.
Pick your line-up: Collingwood’s best team of the 21st century
Jolly or Grundy? Howe or Maxwell? What about De Goey? Glenn McFarlane had to make some big calls in his Collingwood team of the century. Now you can too. Select your team HERE.
Kuhnemann undergoes secret action testing, set to learn fate
Matt Kuhnemann has been put through his paces by the International Cricket Council’s biomechanics team in a secret testing session. Full details on what it means for his future inside.
‘Punch drunk’ Konstas becoming an issue for Aussie selectors
Sam Konstas insists there are more layers to his game than ramping against the new ball. But as BEN HORNE writes, his rogue approach is fast becoming a headache for Australian selectors.
Aussie spinner sits out Shield clash amid ‘cheating’ furore
The saga of Australian spinner Matt Kuhnemann’s suspect bowling action has taken a turn, with the under-fire star ruled unavailable for the upcoming Sheffield Shield round.
Kuhnemann probe exposes ICC’s Kohli hypocrisy
A fringe Australian spinner is fighting for his career while Virat Kohli escaped with a slap on the wrist for shoulder charging a rival player. The difference in treatment, as BEN HORNE writes, highlights the ICC’s hypocrisy.
NSW amateur stamps himself as a star on the rise
A year after shooting one of the worst rounds of his short career, a NSW amateur has again stamped himself as a star on the rise at the Webex Players Series event in Sydney.
Tiger Woods’ shocker after TGL mixup
Golf: Tiger Woods has had a shocking moment in the TGL after mishearing the required length of a shot and using the wrong club.
Aussie rookie joins Tiger’s new army
The significance of being the first golfer chosen by Tiger Woods to represent his new clothing label on the PGA Tour is not lost on an Aussie young gun.
‘No easy answers’: Aussie star’s role to end war
After meeting with the US President in a bid to end golf’s war, an Australian major champion has revealed what the player fallout could look like.
Pepper stars in Boomers’ rout of Indonesia
Elijah Pepper’s unique path to a sparkling ‘official’ Boomers debut was touch-and-go as close as four hours before he was meant to be on flight from Perth to Melbourne.
Hornets hand Lakers rare home defeat
NBA: LaMelo Ball sparked a second-half fightback as the struggling Charlotte Hornets upset the Los Angeles Lakers 100-97.
King James POSTERIZES Williams!
NBA: LeBron James delivered one of the nastiest dunks of the season, soaring over former teammate Mark Williams in sensational fashion.
United boss eager to get a feel for the WNBL’s future
Geelong United is keen to understand the grand plans of the WNBL’s new owners, saying it did not want a part of an unsustainable future.
A-League boss gone from role
The Australian Professional Leagues board has turned to former senator Stephen Conroy to rescue the A-League.
A-Leagues boss gone as Conroy takes control of APL
Former federal senator Stephen Conroy will oversee Australia’s professional football competitions with A-Leagues boss Nick Garcia finishing as commissioner mid-season. Find out the latest inside.
Kerr’s parents break silence on racism case
Sam Kerr’s parents have broken their silence after the Matilda’s skipper was found not guilty on one charge of racially aggravated harassment in a UK court.
Matildas move on from ‘irrelevant’ Sam Kerr
Speculation around Sam Kerr’s Matildas captaincy rages on as she is rubbed out of the next round of international matches.
How Birrell overcame horror injury run to Australia’s No.1
In the dark days after her second elbow surgery, Kimberly Birrell could hardly imagine getting back on the tennis court. This is how she came back to become Australia’s No.1 female tennis player.
Tennis star hides from stalker, breaks down
The tennis world has condemned a “fixated” fan who caused British star Emma Raducanu to hide mid-match and break down in tears.
‘Fixated fan’ banned after tennis star reduced to tears
A fixated fan has been banned from all future WTA events after British tennis star Emma Raducanu was reduced to tears early in a match in Dubai.
Djokovic calls for overhaul of ‘unfair’ anti-doping system
Off the back of the Jannik Sinner three-month ban, Novak Djokovic has called for an overhaul of an ‘unfair’ anti-doping system which he says plays into player favouritism and hierarchy.
How strong winds will impact Blue Diamond meeting
The wind will play havoc with the Caulfield meeting on Saturday as top jockey Craig Newitt provides some advice for punters.
Canterbury, Quirindi previews: Portelli takes strike for a century
Two-time Golden Slipper winning trainer Gary Portelli can bring up a century of Canterbury winners with a couple of strong chances.
Canterbury, Quirindi tips: Kilman to kick a goal on debut
Chris Waller will use the Canterbury meeting to unveil what could be his next potential ‘Special K’ when Kilman makes his much anticipated debut. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Caulfield Cup winner has canny pointer for punters
Caulfield Cup winner Jim Mason will unwrap his first two-year-olds on Saturday at Doomben since he resumed his training career in Queensland last year.
‘Out of line’: Star’s blunt take on F1 feud
Mercedes driver George Russell has spoken out over his heated feud with world champ Max Verstappen ahead of the 2025 season.
F1 fans fume at detail on Ferrari’s new car
All ten Formula One teams have revealed their new car for the 2025 season, but a detail on Ferrari’s car has left fans frustrated.
Red Bull supremo cops savage wife sledge
Red Bull’s boss received a frosty reception from a British crowd at F1’s glitzy season launch as team bosses were sledged from all angles.
‘Inside of the car’: Golding escapes Supercars blaze at testing
James Golding has opened up about his dramatic escape after his car caught on fire during testing at Sydney Motorsport Park.
Unpacked: Aussie duo score title shots!
UFC: Australia could soon have two UFC champions, with Alexander Volkanovski and Jack Della Maddalena set for world title shots in the coming…
Bombshell UFC announcement for Aussie duo
Australia could soon have two UFC champions, with two blockbuster fights in the coming months revealed.
‘I’ll jump in the ring’: Fenech may work Jarvis’ corner despite split
Jeff Fenech has opened up on his anguish at his break up with Brock Jarvis, and that he would have advised against this bout if he was still in his former protégé’s corner.
Feud’s explosive twist: The image that will rock Australian boxing
Jeff Fenech’s shock split with Brock Jarvis has taken an explosive twist – with the legendary figure spotted in scenes that will rock Australian boxing.
‘Back as that fierce opponent’: Fretwell eager to contend for the title
Lightning head coach Belinda Reynolds has praised two key players for spearheading their new aggressive on-court approach while Steph Fretwell will return as captain for 2025.
Swifts elevate natural leader after shining through dark period
She’s stood tall through some of the darkest days for her club and sport but Maddy Turner hopes there are calmer waters ahead when she steps into a captaincy role with the Swifts.
‘Standing on ancestors’: The Black Swans trailblazer playing for family
Playing for her cancer-stricken mother, ‘hero’ father and a generation of Torres Strait Islander girls, this Black Swans player is blazing a trail she hopes others will follow.
Media vitriol, homophobic slurs: Life as an elite male netballer
Being a men’s netball player costs tens of thousands of dollars – and yet Jordon Webb is best known for a viral dance and a controversial junior competition. Here’s the inside story on life as an elite male star.
Wallabies captain signs new deal
The Wallabies captain wants the `best years’ of his career to be with the Queensland Reds and the Wallabies.
The British finance whiz powering into Tahs folklore in a $600 car
Hailing from a university that boasts England cricket captains and rugby legends in its alumni, Jamie Adamson is Super Rugby’s least likely breakout star.
‘Not going to walk into a position’: Super Rugby W readies for Sevens superstars
Super Rugby women’s expansion plans are on the table as the 2025 competition prepares for an invasion of Sevens superstars hunting Wallaroos spots and players determined to thwart them.
Reds coach silent on Wallabies gig
He is considered among the favourites to coach the Wallabies after Joe Schmidt stands down, but Les Kiss is concentrating on the Queensland Reds.
Replay: Queensland South Africa v Queensland Barbarians (U14 boys 7th PO) —2024 Pacific Youth Rugby Festival
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Replay: MacKillop College v Lumen Christi College (Boys Div 2) 2024 AFL NSW/ACT Junior Schools Cup State finals
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Replay: PT Lincoln v Murray Bridge- U18 Boys Div 2 QF – SA Junior Country Basketball Championships Day 2
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Replay: Riverland v MT Gambier (U18 Girls Div 1 QF) – SA Junior Country Basketball Championships Day 2
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Howzat! Engaged couple produce cricket stunner
It was a day to remember when an engaged couple played in the same side at Crib Point in the Mornington Peninsula association. What followed was spectacular…
‘Promising signs’: New signings have Ducks poised for 2025
Deakin Ducks are in hot form just weeks out from the start of the State League 4 season and the club’s newest signings have already made strong impressions in their first appearances.
PREVIEW: Meet the schools competing at 2025 Head of Lake
St Patrick’s College produced a stunning result at the 2024 Head of the Lake and they’re looking to back it up this weekend. See all the athlete profiles of the local crews taking to the water.
Teen’s hidden trait which impressed Power recruiters
Plucked from the obscurity of Melbourne suburban football to join an AFL list Josh Lai is the feel good story of the summer. His local coach reveals one unlikely trait which could separate him from other wingmen in the AFL.
SACKED: AFL
Some of the biggest names in AFL reveal the true stories of how they discovered their days were numbered and when the guillotine dropped.
The Herald Sun Footy Podcast
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.
The Phantom’s Lair SuperCoach Podcast
SuperCoach experts Antimo Iannella and Matt Turner share their analysis and wisdom on Australia’s biggest fantasy AFL game.
Side By Side: Collingwood Football Club’s 125th anniversary
Glenn McFarlane speaks with Collingwood legends including Tony Shaw, Nick Maxwell, and Mick Malthouse on the club’s greatest moments.
NRL predicted teams: Souths lose stars, Raiders boosted
South Sydney have lost Cameron Murray to a long-term injury while a star Canberra forward has made the plane for Vegas. See every predicted round one line-up.
Media Street: Star line-ups revealed for 2025 NRL broadcast battle
Some of the biggest names in NRL media will go to head-to-head for ratings across a stacked season in 2025. See all the broadcaster’s star-studded line-ups here.
Broncos bolter rockets into round 1 contention
Gehamat Shibasaki is set to complete one of the NRL’s most remarkable comeback stories, with Brisbane’s train-and-trial reject emerging as a centre bolter for their 2025 premiership opener.
Sport Con: Sea Eagles try to keep Hasler payout secret
The Sea Eagles and former coach Des Hasler have finally settled their long-running legal dispute, Ezra Mam goes ‘rogue’ and more in this week’s Sport Confidential.
Basketball world stunned by amputation
LaVar Ball, the outspoken father of NBA stars LaMelo and Lonzo Ball, has been rocked by a “serious medical issue”.
NBA star Australia forgot drops Boomers bomb
NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving has Australian basketball in a spin with extraordinary moves being made behind the scenes.
NBA star slammed over racy holiday snap
Philadelphia 76ers $333m man Paul George has been torn to shreds after sharing snaps on holidays over the NBA All-Star weekend.
3 fights in 9 secs after US anthem booed
The USA-Canada political tensions exploded into the sporting world overnight after an insane start after US anthem was booed.
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