Police details emerge after horrific allegation
Disturbing new details have emerged about the pole vault scandal that’s rocked Australian athletics with police and government officials now involved.
Australian Team
Shock move in Raygun musical legal stoush
An Aussie comedian has made a surprising move after her new musical was shut down by Olympic B-girl Raygun’s lawyers.
Extent of Dawn Fraser’s injuries revealed
Australian Olympic legend Dawn Fraser has been rushed to hospital on the Sunshine Coast after suffering “multiple injuries”.
‘Insane’: Aussie runner shatters record
An Australian runner says he has “transformed” after producing a freakish run the country has never seen before.
Australia bans Olympic medallist for life
Australian cycling has thrown the book at Olympic medallist Matthew Richardson, slamming the door shut after his shock defection.
Aussie defector: ‘Regret for the rest of my life’
Matthew Richardson has revealed why he defected to Great Britain, a move which saw him banned for life from representing Australia.
Aussie GOAT calls time on remarkable career
Australia’s most successful Olympian Emma McKeon has confirmed her retirement from swimming, leaving an inspirational message for the country’s next generation of stars.
QAS Athlete Awards to recognise Olympians and Paralympians
Queensland’s finest athletes laud the QAS Athlete Awards being reinstated after 41 finalists were unveiled. FULL LIST HERE
Raygun takes world by storm all over again
Aussie Olympic breakdancer Raygun has come clean on her true feelings after she once again took the world by storm.
Aussie Olympians’ $100k pay day blocked
Rugby Australia are standing in the way of a plan for two of Australia’s biggest Rugby Sevens stars to maximise their earning potential.
Bold new plunge that has left Jess Fox nervous
Put a paddle in her hand and she’s a fearless competitor but Jess Fox admits she is suddenly nervous. She explains her latest career move to Robert Craddock.
Australia’s first Paris gold medallist pulls pin after historic feat
Australia’s first gold medal winner from the Paris Olympics is committed to retirement – despite becoming the first woman to complete the Olympic-world titles time trial golden double.
‘Mockery’: Waleed’s brutal Raygun question
Rachael “Raygun” Gunn has had her first sit-down interview since her controversial Olympic performance made headlines around the world.
Boyfriend’s sweet act stuns Aussie star
An Australian Olympian has shared a sweet video of herself showing the moment she spotted a familiar face in the crowd.
NZ PM makes bold statement about Raygun
New Zealand’s Prime Minister has revealed our trans-Tasman neighbours are huge fans of iconic breakdancer Raygun.
‘Is that a joke’: Breaking great slams Raygun
A break dancing pioneer has called for an investigation into how Raygun made the Olympics.
‘Please stop’: Raygun breaks silence
Rachael “Raygun” Gunn has broken her silence as the furore surrounding her controversial Olympic performance continues to swirl.
Breakdancer who lost to Raygun goes viral
A breakdancer who lost the Oceania Championship to Raygun has attracted millions of views and left fans in disbelief.
Olympian’s sweet gesture during flight home
Australia’s youngest gold medallist stunned radio hosts after revealing her sweet gesture on the plane home from the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The rivalry that drove Titmus to gold
Swim superstar Ariarne Titmus has laid out the reasons she was so happy with her Olympic haul, and it wasn’t just the three medals.
‘Punching’: Simpson’s sweet tribute
The Surfboard singer shared a touching tribute for his girlfriend, as she returned home from the Olympics as the most decorated Olympian in Australian history.
‘Get around her’: Teammates rally for absent Raygun
Even in her absence, Australian breaker Raygun was the centre of attention as Australia’s Olympians arrived home and had their say on her critics.
‘So crazy’: Next stop for youngest gold medallist
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.
‘Full-circle moment’: Fox’s achievement hits home
Canoe superstar Jess Fox has enjoyed the arrival home as an Olympic gold medallist before, but this time it was her sister’s turn.
‘Free hit’: Olympic champ’s path to redemption
Having used every ounce of mental and physical energy to achieve the ultimate goal, Cam McEvoy is still revelling in his achievement at the Paris Olympics.
Touching moment Olympian, partner reunite
An Olympian has shared a moving moment with his partner after being reunited for the first time in almost two months.
Key figure missing from Olympic plane
A key figure was missing as Olympians touched down at Sydney airport on Wednesday morning to emotional welcomes from loved ones.
‘Vitriol’ caused Aussie’s 1.2km marathon act
Australia’s Sinead Diver has claimed “online vitriol” contributed to her pulling out of the Olympic marathon just a kilometre into the race.
Team Australia embraces new cult hero
The social media feeds of the nation’s most beloved Olympic stars have offered a rare glimpse into how Australia is celebrating its most successful Games campaign.
‘Absolute disaster’: Olympics’ boxing KO
Boxing’s Olympic future was already wobbly before it started copping haymaker after haymaker during a controversial fortnight in Paris.
Everyone says the same thing about ‘Raygun’
The Olympics debuted a new sport today and Australia’s entrant became the laughing stock of the world after a brutal debut.
One Aussie state dominating the Olympics
With the 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony just days away, one Australian state has taken a decisive lead in the domestic competition for the most gold medals.
One question Paris athletes refuse to answer
As Olympic athletes bask in their achievements in Paris, there is one key question they can’t stand to hear from journalists.
Fans all say same thing at beach volleyball
Fans watching the beach volleyball in Paris have been scratching their heads about an unusual abnormality with the athletes.
Only thing Arisa Trew wants after gold medal
After taking out Australia’s first gold medal in women’s skateboarding, Arisa Trew’s parents have promised her more than just an Olympic celebration.
Stingers ‘stamp their authority’ to close in on an Olympic medal
An epic five-goal haul to Alice Williams against Greece has put Australia on track for an Olympic medal.
World melts over touching Games moment
Aussie sports climber Campbell Harrison has produced one of the Paris Olympics’ sweetest moments with a clear message to “homophobes and bigots”.
Magnussen: ‘Mixed medley is the Olympics’ egg and spoon race’
With bragging rights on the line, Matty Johns and James Magnussen break down the penultimate final night of swimming, the strange individual medley, success on the clay and more.
Ex-Olympian tears ‘farcical’ event to shreds
Former Australian Olympian James Magnussen has ripped into the inclusion of the most controversial event in the pool in Paris.
‘A huge amount of grief’: Chalmers opens up on 100m freestyle fallout
Kyle Chalmers says it has been a very challenging couple of days after he was subjected to abuse following his silver medal swim behind new world record holder Pan Zhanle.
Aussies’ ‘best hour and a half of Olympic achievement this century’
After night seven’s Aussie ‘gold rush’ in Paris, Matty Johns, James Magnussen, journalists Robert Craddock and Brent Read break down the incredible hour of Aussie history-making moments.
Queen Mary’s incredible act after Aussie win
The Australian-born Queen made a surprise appearance to share her support for the Australian Olympic swimming team following their relay win.
Brutal podium image will infuriate America
Even Ian Thorpe was blown away as Kaylee McKeown claimed an extraordinary gold medal, fighting back to beat her US rivals.
Moment hosts embrace broken-hearted star
Australian boxer Harry Garside opened up on his battles since his Olympic heartbreak before a moving moment unfolded live on air.
‘Distraught’: Heartbroken Aussies fall apart
The world has watched on as an Aussie pair was left devastated by a disastrous final act at the Paris Olympics.
Aussie Olympian reveals huge personal news
The new details come after the boxer’s crushing Olympic loss where the Tokyo bronze medallist felt he’d let Australia down.
Weird way America is rigging medal tally
Americans reading about the Olympics have a “shameless” take on which country is on top of the medal tally in Paris.
Garside inconsolable, mocked at Olympics
Aussie boxing cult hero Harry Garside’s Olympic dream has been shattered in nine minutes with his opponent committing a disrespectful act.
Cleary’s sweet message to Fowler after win
The Penrith Panthers player has shared his support for girlfriend Mary Fowler’s Olympic win.
How Opals put Cambage fiasco behind them
A first-up clash against Nigeria will drag up old memories of the match that saw Liz Cambage withdraw from the Tokyo Olympics after a disastrous run-in with Nigerian players.
‘That’s not true’: Titmus silences wild rumour
Rumours have swirled about Ariarne Titmus’ viral gold medal act. Now the Aussie has come forward to reveal what really happened.
‘Nasty’: Giddey rubs world’s face in it
Josh Giddey has been a punching bag for basketball commentators all year. He’s shoved it down their throats at the Paris Olympics.
‘That’s insane’: Aussie blows world away
Australia opened its account on what could be a truly golden day in Paris when Grace Brown rode to victory in the women’s time trial.
Boomers star Dyson Daniels hopes to slam dunk the fashion world
Boomers star Dyson Daniels has launched a streetwear label with a difference in his first foray into the fashion world.
Unforgivable ceremony blunder stuns world
The marathon Paris Olympics opening ceremony is finally over, with an icon returning to the spotlight amid an unforgivable stuff-up.
Interactive: Meet Australia’s 2024 Olympic team
The Australian Olympic team is ready to chase gold as the Paris Games officially start on Saturday morning. Meet every Aussie athlete and see which athletes hail from your local area with our interactive map.
‘Heads up their bums’: Matildas torched
The Matildas have been torn to shreds after their Paris Olympics campaign got off to the worst possible start on Friday morning.
Olympics dream shattered in 42 minutes
Twelve athletes have had their dreams shattered before the Olympics even begin on a day of drama in Paris.
Full list of Channel 9 Olympics commentators
Channel 9 is set to unveil a Paris Olympics commentary line up featuring some of the greatest athletes Australia has produced.
Touching detail in Olympian’s photo
Moments after Canoeist Jessica Fox and hockey player Eddie Ockenden were announced as Australian flag bearers they posed for a photo with an icon.
Aussie Olympian’s ‘crazy start’ to Paris trip
An Australian BMX star has revealed the ‘crazy’ way his Paris trip began.
Australia makes history with flag-bearers
Australia has announced its flag-bearers for the Paris Olympics with two athletes completing unique moments of history.
Tay Tay convinces Jess Fox to accept ultimate honour
A night at a Taylor Swift concert convinced Jess Fox she should accept the honour of carrying the Australian flag alongside hockey legend Eddie Ockenden.
Image shows Sam Kerr’s sad Olympics reality
Sam Kerr’s partner Kristie Mewis has shared an eye-opening glimpse into the bitter-sweet Olympics the Aussie will endure.
Aussie uniform at centre of chilling warning
Australian Olympians in Paris have been issued a chilling security warning days out from the start of the 2024 Games.
Aussies put Olympic ‘anti-sex’ bed to the test
With the Paris Olympics just days away, the athletes have put one of the more eye-opening features of the athlete’s village to the test.
Toughest selection battle ever gives Boomers winning edge
After a woeful World Cup in 2023 the Boomers are back and in the hunt for another medal at the Paris Olympics, says NBA star Josh Giddey.
Sneak peek as Aussies prepare for Olympics
Team Australia has a little café complete with a barista ready to brew athletes their perfect beverage to ensure they are sufficiently caffeinated.
‘It’s a joke’: Aussie in huge Olympics storm
Australian athletes have made history at the pre-Olympics Diamond League meet, but it’s been overshadowed by a huge drama.
‘God’: Patty Mills makes fools of us all
Patty Mills has silenced his critics with an extraordinary performance just days before the Boomers’ Olympics campaign begins.
Bizarre outrage over Aussie swim team photo
The Australian swimming team has been dragged into a storm after an act in Paris that has rubbed some the wrong way.
Boomers teach USA a ‘lesson’ in big surprise
The Boomers have piled pressure on the might of the USA in a performance that also raised red flags before the Paris Olympics.
Australia’s Olympics gamble stuns world
Aussie basketball icon Shane Heal has exposed a brutal truth about Australia’s Olympics basketball campaign.
‘Chasm’: Cracks emerge after Matildas drama
Some concerning details about the Matildas were exposed during Sunday morning’s brutal final match before the Olympics.
Aussie star pulls out of ‘race of the century’
The Australian swimming team has made six late team changes for the Paris Olympics, including a shock withdrawal.
‘Full circle moment’ as Aussie flag bearers named
Two standout athletes with five gold medals between them have been given the honour of carrying the Australian flag in the Paralympics opening ceremony in Paris.
Surf star’s injury reveal ahead of Olympics
The injury mystery around surf star Tyler Wright has been solved and despite sounding scary she says she’s never felt better ahead of the Paris Olympics.
Key detail in massive Aussie Olympic team
When the Olympics were last held in Paris not a single female Australian competed, but this time they are going in record numbers.
Australia’s fastest man’s Olympic fate revealed
Not since the Sydney Olympics in 2000 has the Australian athletics team been as big as the one headed to Paris.
‘This is nuts’: World in disbelief over Aussie
Jessica Hull has made history with one of the greatest runs Australian athletics has ever seen on an insane day of records.
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