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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

Manly ‘PR stunt’ called ‘dumbest idea ever’

The Manly Sea Eagles have been torn to shreds for a “bizarre PR stunt” as whispers grow louder about a mounting concern for the club.

Boxing

Paulo Aokuso misses weight ahead of fight with Renold Quinlan

Rising Aussie star misses weight, sparks chaos

Paulo Aokuso failed a crucial test before his next fight, but that hasn’t stopped declarations the rising Aussie star’s potential is “limitless”.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - July 15. AFL. Nick Bryan of the Bombers battles in the ruck with Tom Hawkins of the Cats during the round 18 AFL match between Geelong and Essendon at GMHBA Stadium, on May 27, 2023, in Geelong, Australia. Photo by Michael Klein.

AFL’s bold American plan to shake up finals

The AFL is reportedly considering a radical proposal that would shake up the finals series, following the model of American sports.

Cricket

BRISTOL, ENGLAND - JULY 12: Ashleigh Gardner of Australia celebrates with teammates after dismissing Sarah Glenn of England during the Women's Ashes 1st We Got Game ODI match between England and Australia at Seat Unique Stadium on July 12, 2023 in Bristol, England. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

Aussie legend drops Ashes truth bomb

Australia is on the cusp of losing the women’s Ashes for the first time in 10 years to an “exciting” England team that’s on fire.

NBA

DENVER, COLORADO - MAY 18: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after losing to the Denver Nuggets in game two of the Western Conference Finals at Ball Arena on May 18, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Matthew Stockman/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by MATTHEW STOCKMAN / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

LeBron makes change ‘out of respect’ for icon

LeBron James will look different on the basketball court next season after making a change “out of respect” for an NBA icon.

Swimming

Chalmers’ world swim champs dream dashed

Kyle Chalmers’ dream of medals across multiple individual events have been dealt a blow ahead of the world swimming championships.

NRL

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 14: Referee Peter Gough sends Jack Hetherington of the Knights to the sin bin for 10 minutes during the round 20 NRL match between Newcastle Knights and Wests Tigers at McDonald Jones Stadium on July 14, 2023 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Scott Gardiner/Getty Images)

‘Just dumb’: Proof NRL star hasn’t learned

Newcastle firebrand Jack Hetherington has been sin binned after committing a second inexcusable brain fade in a matter of weeks.

Cricket

Mohammed Siraj (C), of India, celebrates the dismissal of Jermaine Blackwood, of West Indies, during day one of the First Test between West Indies and India at Windsor Park in Roseau, Dominica, on July 12, 2023. (Photo by Randy Brooks / AFP)

‘Totally unacceptable’: Cricket world erupts

The Indian cricket team’s bold new uniform has been slammed by cricket fans as an eyesore and a bad look for Test cricket.

Ricciardo’s ex now seeing his biggest rival

In a surprise twist in Daniel Ricciardo’s return to F1, the Aussie’s former right hand man will be working with his biggest competition.

NRL

The Blues walked a long way from the Centre of Excellence.

NSW’s ‘tunnel walk’ becomes instant meme

It took an eternity for the Blues to make their way onto the field for Origin III, and their pre-game ritual was roasted by fans.

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