Bizarre Barty move a ‘weird one to explain’
Aussie superstar Ash Barty’s retirement and subsequent code switch took everyone by surprise — not least one of her new teammates.
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Tennis legend weighs in on Becker jailing
Tennis icon Martina Navratilova has said jailed Wimbledon and Australian Open champion Boris Becker made “bad mistakes” that led to his downfall.
Estranged wife broken by telling son about Becker
Boris Becker’s estranged wife has revealed her devastation at explaining to their son why the tennis champion was sent to prison.
‘Babbling mess’: Moment Lisa met Grant
They were Australia’s golden couple – and it turns out Lisa Curry and Grant Kenny’s fate was sealed the moment they laid eyes on each other.
Gobsmacked Serena posts clip after slap
Serena Williams was as stunned as the rest of us when Will Smith slapped Chris Rock, posting her immediate reaction to social media.
Legend shocked, embarrassed by bankruptcy
Tennis legend Boris Becker has opened up on his embarrassment at being declared bankrupt as he fronts court over ugly allegations.
Boozy Barty confession stunned Pat Rafter
Ash Barty was a few beers deep when she confided in Aussie tennis legend Pat Rafter more than a year ago about her shock career plan.
‘Not hiding anything’: Ash denies sly theory
Ash Barty fronted the media today as she explained her thinking behind the shock decision to retire from tennis at the top of her game.
Barty locker room rumours revealed
As the world digests Ash Barty’s retirement, it’s been revealed rivals in the locker room were speculating about the Aussie months ago.
Ash Barty retirement clues we all missed
Ash Barty’s retirement shocked everyone but were there signs we missed suggesting we should have anticipated her bombshell call?
Aussies rush for Warne memorial tickets
Aussies are rushing to snap up free tickets to cricketing icon Shane Warne’s huge farewell at the MCG later this month.
Devastation as WWE legend dead at 63
Scott Hall’s family has taken the WWE legend off life support after he suffered three heart attacks in one day on the weekend.
NRL great admits to cheating on national TV
NRL great Darius Boyd admitted he cheated on his now-wife during an emotional confession about his demons on SAS Australia.
Russia is breaking Maria Sharapova’s heart
Tennis great Maria Sharapova has broken her silence on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and put her money where her mouth is.
Beckham’s emotional $1.8m Ukraine act
Former England captain David Beckham has launched Unicef’s Emergency Appeal for the war-torn country with an emotional message.
Warne’s $5m unfinished mega mansion
Complete with a bowling alley, jet ski garage, library, gym and theatre, the late cricketer had lofty hopes for his $5m Melbourne mega mansion.
How Warnie built his $50m empire
With a reputation that preceded him both on and off the cricket pitch, Shane Warne died with an estimated net worth of $50 million. Here’s how.
‘Invincible’: Clarke opens up on Warne shock
He went through it when Phil Hughes died and former Test captain Michael Clarke still can’t comprehend Shane Warne’s sudden passing.
Michael Clarke dived into harbour to save man
It has been confirmed former Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke and his mates leapt into action to save a man from drowning.
Truth about Warne’s relationship with son
Jackson Warne recently said he wished he wasn’t the son of cricket icon Shane, but their complex relationship was much more than that.
How ‘undateable’ Aussie legend found love
Australian cricket legend Glenn McGrath has opened up on how he rediscovered love after the tragic death of his first wife Jane.
‘Rest in peace’: Aussie icon dead at 91
Australian sporting icon John Landy, the second person to run a sub four-minute mile, has passed away aged 91 surrounded by family.
Legend’s partner hospitalised after explosion
The partner of NRL icon Gorden Tallis has reportedly been rushed to hospital after a gas bottle exploded at the couple’s home.
Chumpy’s widow’s ‘best and saddest’ reveal
Alex “Chumpy” Pullin’s partner Ellidy has opened up on the miracle post-mortem sperm retrieval process that led to her baby.
Jackson loses 17kg before shock comeback
Liz Cambage’s exit from the Opals has paved the way for a possible return to the floor for Aussie legend Lauren Jackson.
International rugby star dead at 32
New Zealand-born rugby player Kawa Leauma has passed away after a “freak accident” saw the rugby star rushed to hospital.
72-year-old AFL ‘hero’ dishes out justice
It’s around 40 years since Rex Hunt has been a member of Victoria Police but the 72-year-old AFL cult hero has foiled another crime.
Star assaulted, wife threatened in home invasion
Mark Cavendish’s kids “feared for their lives” as armed robbers assaulted the Olympian and threatened his wife during a horror ordeal.
Tiger says competing again ‘not realistic’
Tiger Woods has revealed he thought he would lose his leg after his February car accident and has declared his playing intentions for the future.
‘Very saddened’: American icon dead at 87
Tributes are pouring in for golf pioneer Lee Elder, the first African-American to compete in the Masters Tournament, after he passed away.
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