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• Saka's ice cool finish for Arsenal

  16-04-2025 22:55 via smh.com.au
  
  Bukaya Saka's ice cool finish for Arsenal gives them a 1-0 lead over Real Madrid in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final.
  
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• ‘Listen, we’ve got six’: How an NBA star came to play on a Monday night in Frankston – and why it almost didn’t happen

  06-05-2025 04:06 via smh.com.au
  
  Josh Giddey could soon sign a whopping $250 million contract with the Chicago Bulls, but it didn’t stop him from playing in a men’s Monday night competition in Frankston.
  
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• Former AFLW All Australian says 2025 season opener honours tradition

  06-05-2025 03:58 via abc.net.au
  
  The AFLW is returning to its roots by scheduling a Cartlon-Collingwood season opener, prompting mixed reactions from fans and experts in the women's game.
  
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• Rival half backed to replace Hunt in brutal call; NSW to unleash enforcer in opener: Origin Scout

  06-05-2025 03:57 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Maroons legend Corey Parker has backed Tom Dearden to grab the utility role over veteran Ben Hunt for the State of Origin series opener later this month, while the former Queensland lock says coach Billy Slater has another big choice to make on his bench.
  
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• ‘Someone pinching him’: Matty’s warning over ‘special’ Knights star amid Brown’s $13m arrival

  06-05-2025 03:52 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Matty Johns is concerned the Knights could lose their most exciting young player in Fletcher Sharpe amid the arrival of Dylan Brown on a record $13 million 10-year deal.
  
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• 'This game's not going to go our way': NBA star crashes social game in Melbourne

  06-05-2025 03:42 via abc.net.au
  
  A social basketball team in Frankston did a double take when they saw Chicago Bulls star Josh Giddey suiting up for the opposition on Monday night.
  
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• Ravens make ‘football decision’ to cut star kicker Tucker amid sexual misconduct claims

  06-05-2025 03:33 via theguardian.com
  Ravens do not mention allegations in release announcementTucker denies allegations by massage therapistsThe Baltimore Ravens announced on Monday that they have decided to release Justin Tucker, months after reports that he was accused of inappropriate sexual behavior by massage therapists.The Ravens did not mention the allegations when they announced Tucker’s release on Monday, instead choosing to note the decision was for “football” reasons. Continue reading...
  
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• ‘Absolutely no chance’: Giddey’s classy act as Aussie NBA star shocks local basketball game

  06-05-2025 03:23 via foxsports.com.au
  
  It was supposed to be a standard game between Vales and Benny Boys in the local men’s competition in Frankston.
  
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• ‘No real filter’: Coach ‘welcomes’ ex-Dog’s cheeky dig… and why no Rioli sanction was ‘not surprising’

  06-05-2025 03:19 via foxsports.com.au
  Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says he “welcomes” the heightened Bailey Smith-sparked interest in his side’s Round 11 clash against Geelong, adamant the star midfielder’s swipe at his former club was cheeky in nature.
  
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• Rioli sent threatening messages to opposition player

  06-05-2025 03:13 via smh.com.au
  
  The AFL has made a call on Willie Rioli, after the Port Adelaide forward sent threatening messages to a Bulldogs player.
  
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• Benji’s Tigers revolution roars as heavyweights’ signings fall flat — Recruit Rater

  06-05-2025 02:55 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Jarome Luai headlines a brilliant Tigers off-season recruit class that has helped turn the club around.
  
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• World No. 1 Jannik Sinner reveals ‘toughest part’ of anti-doping ban after getting hero’s welcome on return

  06-05-2025 02:48 via foxsports.com.au
  
  World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has received a hero’s welcome at home in Italy after returning from his three-month suspension for twice testing positive for traces of a banned substance.
  
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• Every NRL club’s recruits rated as underdogs get top marks and heavyweights fall flat

  06-05-2025 02:48 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Jarome Luai headlines a brilliant Tigers off-season recruit class that has helped turn the club around.
  
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• Madge’s shock backflip as Broncos seek No.6 answer; Raiders’ nervous wait: Team Tips

  06-05-2025 02:35 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Cowboys lock Reuben Cotter has accepted a two match ban for a high tackle on Warriors forward Marata Niukore while the Raiders could receive a big boost.
  
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• How Oscar Piastri’s ‘knockout blow’ for experienced teammate has Aussie poised for 45-year history

  06-05-2025 02:33 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Oscar Piastri is on track to become Australia’s first F1 champion in 45 years if he can continue outwitting and outdriving his rivals on race day.
  
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• ‘Remain respectful’: Willie Rioli escapes sanction for message to Bulldogs player Bailey Dale

  06-05-2025 02:30 via theguardian.com
  Port Adelaide forward apologises after message for Bailey Dale AFL gives warning but will not take further action against RioliWillie Rioli has apologised for a threatening private message sent to a Western Bulldogs player that caused a stir and was referred to the AFL.No further action will be taken by the league after the Port Adelaide forward contacted a teammate of Bulldogs opponent Bailey Dale. Continue reading...
  
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• NBA star Giddey shoots hoops in Melbourne

  06-05-2025 02:13 via theage.com.au
  
  Australia's NBA superstar Josh Giddey joined a local Melbourne team in Frankston to shoot some hoops after his season finished in America.
  
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• Leniu set to be unleashed in series opener as Queensland public enemy No.1 — Origin Scout

  06-05-2025 01:51 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Roosters enforcer Spencer Leniu is reportedly set to be unleashed on Queensland in the State of Origin opener on May 28, which will result in a fiery battle with the Maroons’ faithful.
  
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• ‘What the f*** are you doing?’: Legend unloads after Origin star’s stunning Titans downfall

  06-05-2025 01:20 via foxsports.com.au
  
  NRL great Willie Mason has given a searing wake-up call to underperforming Titans star David Fifita, imploring the fallen Queensland Origin star to lift his game.
  
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• Bulls-eye: NBA star Giddey fills in for local basketball team in Frankston

  06-05-2025 00:50 via theage.com.au
  
  Josh Giddey could soon sign a whopping $250 million contract with the Chicago Bulls, but it didn’t stop him from playing in a men’s Monday night competition in Frankston.
  
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• Ex-French interior minister apologises to Liverpool fans for making them a ‘scapegoat’

  06-05-2025 00:36 via theguardian.com
  
  Gérald Darmanin, now justice minister, called night of 2022 Champions League final ‘biggest failure’ of his careerThe former French interior minister has apologised to Liverpool fans for using them as a “scapegoat” for the chaos surrounding the 2022 Champions League final in Paris, where supporters of the club, including children, were teargassed by police amid false claims they had caused a riot.Gérald Darmanin, who is now France’s justice minister, c
  
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• Giddey goes local

  06-05-2025 00:29 via smh.com.au
  
  Australian NBA star Josh Giddey caught attention when he played in a local game on Monday night in Frankston.
  
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• Why AFL’s top 7 may not change, with surprise No.1 after drama — Power Rankings

  06-05-2025 00:21 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Welcome back to the Power Rankings.
  
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• ‘Who will complement him most?’: Roosters halves dilemma as Walker returns amid rookie’s rise

  06-05-2025 00:19 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Roosters have a big halves selection headache amid Sam Walker’s looming return and the improved form of Sandon Smith and rookie halfback Hugo Savala.
  
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• ‘It puts pressure on’: Legend warns star at risk in Roosters’ fast-approaching halves squeeze

  06-05-2025 00:19 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Roosters have a big halves selection headache amid Sam Walker’s looming return and the improved form of Sandon Smith and rookie halfback Hugo Savala.
  
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• Inside giant’s mess of its own making as sarcastic jab sparks fresh fears — Talking Pts

  06-05-2025 00:17 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Justice has been done — at least if you’re Oscar Piastri.
  
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• Premier League fairytale turning sour as fresh blow sets up final day collision course

  06-05-2025 00:16 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Nottingham Forest’s bid to qualify for the Champions League suffered a setback as they were held to a damaging 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace on Monday.
  
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• What’s happened to MotoGP’s best rookie in years... and what’s the solution?

  06-05-2025 00:13 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Pedro Acosta didn’t make it this far, this fast, by being patient. Which meant now was no time to change.
  
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• Aussie F1 star Jack Doohan brutally axed on the spot after six races

  06-05-2025 00:02 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Alpine has reportedly swung the axe on Australia F1 driver Jack Doohan ahead of this month’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in Imola.
  
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• Revealed: Shock reason behind $1m axing... and how it could trigger move for star halfback

  05-05-2025 23:56 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The reason behind David Fifita’s shock Titans axing has been revealed, and it could end up leading to the pursuit of a star halfback.
  
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