Australia’s rugby sevens coach says he’s safeguarded Quade Cooper’s body and his own team’s Sydney 7s hopes by controversially overlooking the Wallabies showman. Andy Friend has resolutely defended his surprise …
A mob of Wallabies might be missing, but Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham still expects plenty of bite in Saturday’s pre-season trial against the NSW Waratahs. Both sides have rested most …
Jarryd Hayne has surprised the Fiji rugby sevens team with a guest appearance at the launch of a new bar in Sydney. The San Francisco 49er, who represented the nation …
Captain Tim Mikkelson is wary of the threat posed to his All Blacks Sevens side by hosts Australia on the first day of the world series tournament in Sydney. Fresh …
Novak Djokovic is so inspired by Roger Federer that he’s quietly plotting to smash the great Swiss’s all-time grand slam titles record. Djokovic says Federer’s extraordinary longevity and ability to …
He was once the ultimate Pom-basher but Eddie Jones says he’ll feel pride when his England side run out for the first time against Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday evening …
Sydney Roosters novice halves Jackson Hastings and Jayden Nikorima have been told to get “arrogant” as they prepare to be thrown in the deep end in Mitchell Pearce’s absence. Hastings, …
France is banking on the talent of tomorrow to heal the rugby scars of the recent past. Under new coach Guy Noves, France head into their Six Nations opener at …
AFL players association boss Paul Marsh expects Essendon players to appeal against their doping bans. Marsh’s confirmation came in the midst of more confusion and argument around the long-running Essendon …
The first Six Nations after a Rugby World Cup is usually a time for experimentation, with teams throwing in some fresh faces in a nod to the future. England and …
Warriors maestro Shaun Johnson admits the clock is ticking for his side as they embrace the weight of a nation heading into this weekend’s NRL Auckland Nines. The Warriors have …
The Chiefs have signed an experienced Japan international prop to replace injured All Black Nepo Laulala. Tighthead specialist Hiroshi Yamashita, 30, has agreed to play this season for the 2012 …
Carlton midfielder Patrick Cripps has taken a leap of faith on the Blues, extending his contract until the end of 2019. The 20-year-old, who was already signed until the end …
Former Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo says news on the condition of Michael Schumacher is not good, two years after the seven-time Formula One was seriously injured in a skiing …
Give Kevvie a break. That was the message from Queensland great Chris Close who claimed new Maroons coach Kevin Walters’ leadership should not be questioned in the wake of a …
Don’t tell Australia’s regular rugby sevens game-breaker that bringing Quade Cooper halfway around the world to watch this weekend’s Sydney world series tournament is a waste of time. Cooper is …
Scotland have recalled flanker John Barclay for their opening Six Nations championship game against England at Murrayfield on Saturday. Blindside Barclay, who did not feature at last year’s World Cup …
An Italy team depleted by injuries will roll out four uncapped players against France in the Six Nations opener on Saturday. Mogliano back David Odiete, Padova wing Mattia Bellini, Zebre …
