Marathon hearing: Runner appeals Rio snub
MARATHON man Jeff Hunt has appealed his non-selection in the Australian team for the Rio Olympics, holding up the announcement of competitors.
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Perrett a prize in Oz rugby’s reffing ranks
WHEN Amy Perrett found out in 2009 that rugby sevens would be part of the Rio Olympics she set herself a goal — to be a referee at the Games. Come August, she will tick that off her list of achievements.
Nike’s $300 million regret
NIKE may be famous for its big tick, but it managed to earn a big red cross for this embarrassing oversight.
Aussie boxing’s man of steel in for one last crack
WHEN work gets in the way of training for Rio-bound Sydney boxer Daniel Lewis he just gets on with the job — steelcap boots and all.
Hockeyroo Nelson’s Rio dreams shattered
A SERIOUS knee injury has ended West Australian hockey star Ashleigh Nelson’s Rio Olympics hopes.
South Korea’s Zika-fighting Rio uniform
SOUTH Korea is aiming to protect its athletes from the Zika virus with Rio 2016 uniforms infused with mosquito repellent.
Aussie cycling coach quits British Olympic team
BRITAIN’S top Olympic cycling coach, Australian Shane Sutton, has resigned after being accused of bullying and harassment of female and disabled riders but says he will defend his reputation.
Olympian’s horrific bad luck
TO suffer a spinal injury is every athlete’s worst nightmare. But to fall victim to such an injury under these circumstances is even more traumatic.
Jumpin’ Jenneke the half-tonne hurdler
MICHELLE Jenneke is pulling out all the stops to be in tiptop condition for the forthcoming Rio Olympics after adding this incredible feat to her training regime.
New Dawn for Aussie swimmers
OLYMPIC legend Dawn Fraser refuses to make any gold medal predictions for our swimmers but believes the current crop can bury the demons of the past in Rio.
‘Rio could be Australia’s best Games ever’
THE countdown to Rio 2016 is on! Australians will have plenty of stars to cheer over two unforgettable weeks. So grab your maracas and start counting those 100 days.
Sisters to swim into Olympic history
IN a little over 100-days the Campbell sisters hope to create a piece of family history no one of the planet is likely to better.
Record gold rush tipped for Australia in Rio
WITH 100 days to go until the Rio Games things are looking bright for Australia, with one analyst forecasting a massive surge up the medal tally.
Kayaker takes on rowing eight in Rio push
SHE’LL need to beat eight women in one race to get to Rio Olympics so in preparation kayaker Jo Brigden-Jones took on eight fellow Australian athletes on Wednesday — all in the one boat.
100 things you must know about Rio 2016
IT’S time to get excited. The Olympic Games are 100 days away. Here’s everything you need to know, and probably more.
Top Aussie coach suspended by British Cycling
BRITISH Cycling have suspended Australian technical director Shane Sutton following allegations of discrimination against female and Paralympic cyclists.
Short & Sweet: Mountain bike, cycling success
THERE were great comebacks from illness, stellar performances on the world stage and more Rio selections. SHORT AND SWEET wrap of women’s sport.
Inside the ‘best Olympic Village ever’
IN 100 DAYS this is where Australia’s Olympic hopefuls will be living together, an athlete village hailed ‘the best ever’ by Kitty Chiller. Behind the scenes pictures!
Jess on mend as Games near
MARATHON star Jess Trengove says she is not panicking about a foot injury which has sidelined her this month as she flies to the US today to continue her preparation for the Rio Olympics.
Flight fright: ‘The pilot started panicking’
AUSTRALIA’S richest woman flew six of our best swimmers to the Outback for an exclusive dinner. It almost went horribly wrong.
Rio taking shape 100 days out: Gallery
IN PICS: The countdown to the 2016 Olympics continues and with just 100 days to go, we’re taking you on a tour of the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Park.
Campbell sisters: Our last chance to make history
THE stakes could not be higher for the Campbell sisters, with Cate ready to call time on her career and hand the baton over to Bronte soon after the Rio Olympics.
Surfing, horse riding ‘too risky’ for swimmers
AUSTRALIA’S Olympic swim team have been formally told to avoid “risky” activities between now and Rio.
Opals excited to have Cambage back
OPALS coach Brendan Joyce has backed Liz Cambage to put recent distractions aside and become a dominant force at the Rio Olympics.
Olympic golf suffers another blow
SOUTH African Charl Schwartzel has followed Adam Scott in skipping the Rio Olympics, becoming the fourth golf major championship winner to make the call.
Rio proves a race too far for Mottram
IT was the end of an era for Craig Mottram but the start of a new dawn for fellow Victorian marathoner Liam Adams.
Tokyo unveils ‘snake eye’ Olympic logo
ORGANISERS have unveiled the logo for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, saying its design resembles a “snake’s eye”.
Savea blow to NZ Olympic hopes
HURRICANES loose forward Ardie Savea has decided to pull out of contention for the New Zealand sevens team and concentrate on the 15-a-side game.
Boomers come together in golden quest
BOOMERS coach Andrej Lemanis says the ambitious team goal of winning Olympic Gold has driven the squad to greater heights in the lead-up to the games.
Scott’s “no thanks” bruises huge Olympic ego
GOLF no more belongs in the Olympics than a rhinoceros belongs in the Sydney Dog Show and criticising Adam Scott for saying no to playing is wrong, writes Richard Hinds.
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