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Matthew joined news.com.au in 2021 as a sports reporter after completing a Journalism and International Studies degree at UTS. He is a self-professed sports nerd and has a particular interest in Formula One, AFL, NBA, tennis and swimming. When he’s not watching sport, you’ll find Matthew shanking balls on the golf course and spending too much time tinkering with his AFL Fantasy team.

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NRL

Walsh’s cheeky reply to elephant in the room

The Brisbane Broncos are one of the favourites to win the NRL premiership, but a bizarre 14-year hoodoo is standing in their way.

MONZA, ITALY - AUGUST 31: Oscar Piastri of Australia and McLaren attends the Drivers Press Conference during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on August 31, 2023 in Monza, Italy. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

McLaren’s ‘barely contained fury’ at Piastri

A scrappy race from Aussie F1 rookie Oscar Piastri has prompted a change at McLaren as his teammate starts to “feel the heat”.

NRL

Andrew Abdo is getting roasted for his bizarre stats.

‘Who advised him? NRL chief roasted

NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo has been roasted by rugby league legends for a hilarious gaffe that is sure to haunt him for years to come.

Martin Brundle talks to Lando Norris while he's in his car.

‘That’s cool’: F1 world divided by icon’s act

F1 commentator Martin Brundle experimented with a new style of interview at the Italian Grand Prix, but it didn’t quite go to plan.

Basketball

‘I can’t believe it’: USA beaten in Cup boilover

The USA’s star studded basketball team has been handed a rare defeat at the basketball World Cup in a result very few saw coming.

Moto GP

Francesco Bagnaia has his leg run over in a nasty crash.

World ‘disgusted’ by detail in nasty crash

MotoGP champion Francesco Bagnaia’s leg was run over in a horrific crash, and viewers were furious at replays of the incident.

Basketball

Can Ben Simmons help the Boomers at the Olympics?

Ben Simmons truth no one wants to hear

The Boomers have been urged to pick Ben Simmons for the Paris Olympics after their disappointing World Cup campaign ended in a whimper.

AFLW

‘Goodness me’: History made in huge AFLW win

AFLW history has been made as new recruit Chloe Molloy produced some magic to lead the Sydney Swans to their first ever win.

Football

Australia's forward #20 Sam Kerr celebrates scoring her team's first goal during the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women's World Cup semi-final football match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia in Sydney on August 16, 2023. (Photo by Izhar KHAN / AFP)

Matildas’ staggering net worth revealed

The Matildas captured the hearts of Australia at the World Cup and there’s proof their national dominance shows no signs of slowing down.

ExclusiveCricket

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 07: Alex Carey of Australia poses during an Australia ICC One Day World Cup Portrait Session on May 07, 2019 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Forgotten star wants to be next Aussie captain

With Pat Cummins’ long term future as Australian cricket captain unclear, a forgotten candidate has put his hand up to be the next skipper.

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