‘Rubbing on me’: Disturbing claims in scandal
Australian athlete Amanda Bisk has come forward with disturbing allegations against a prominent coach in the latest horrific twist.
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WAIS admits it failed to protect athletes from alleged abuse
The Western Australian Institute of Sport has apologised and urged complainants to contact police, after admitting they failed to protect athletes from alleged abuse by pole vault coach Alex Parnov.
Fresh twist to disturbing sport allegations
Athletics Australia has addressed the “unacceptable, distressing” allegations against the prominent coach in a fresh twist to the scandal.
Expert analysis: Sky’s the limit for ‘priceless’ sprinting sensation
He’s attracting attention from some of the world’s biggest names and brands. Now marketing experts weigh in on what Gout Gout’s impact could be on and off the track.
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‘Who else?’: Gout Gout stuns once again
Gout Gout continues to show his extraordinary talent, coasting to victory in his first 200m run at the All Schools Championships.
Reason Gout Gout’s record run won’t count
The legend of teenage sensation Gout Gout is continuing to grow after the prodigy once again rewrote the record books.
WATCH: Gout Gout edges closer to magical 10-second barrier
Sprint sensation Gout Gout is getting closer to a huge milestone after the 16-year-old swept the competition in a record-breaking day at the Australian All Schools Championships. WATCH THE RACES
‘Insane’: Aussie runner shatters record
An Australian runner says he has “transformed” after producing a freakish run the country has never seen before.
Family plans on hold as Hull hunts LA Olympic gold
Olympic silver medallist Jessica Hull became an instant legend in Paris, but as she tells Brent Read, she has so much more to achieve.
Giants star blows internet sensation away
One of the biggest YouTubers on the planet has gatecrashed GWS Giants training, challenging players to foot races which ended in wild scenes.
‘Never had’: Bruce loses it over Gout Gout
Legendary broadcaster Bruce McAvaney has seen it all in Australian sports but our latest rising athletics star is a different beast.
‘World at his feet’: Australia’s never seen anything like Gout Gout
Bruce McAvaney has seen so much in Australian track and field throughout his broadcasting career, but nothing compares to what teen sprinting sensation Gout Gout is doing at his age.
Despair to baby joy: Peter Bol’s new life
Following a tough few years, Sudanese-Australian Olympian and runner Peter Bol explains how his daughter’s birth has inspired him and intensified his love for his sport.
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
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