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 …
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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 …
Continue reading Sparks expected in Brumbies-Waratahs trialJarryd 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 …
Continue reading Hayne surprises Fiji sevens teamCaptain 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 …
Continue reading All Blacks Sevens wary of ThunderboltsNovak 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 …
Continue reading Djokovic set to play on for years to comeHe 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 …
Continue reading Ex-Wallaby Jones happy to be a PomSydney 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, …
Continue reading Roosters rookies told to get arrogantFrance 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 …
Continue reading New France rugby coach backs youngstersAFL 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 …
Continue reading AFL players boss says appeals likelyThe 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 …
Continue reading Scotland, England go with rugby continuityWarriors 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 …
Continue reading We need to win the Nines: JohnsonThe 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 …
Continue reading Japanese Test prop signs with ChiefsCarlton 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 …
Continue reading Cripps extends Blues contract until 2019Former 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 …
Continue reading Schumacher news not good, says MontezemoloGive 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 …
Continue reading Give Walters a break: CloseDon’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 …
Continue reading Quade better for apprenticeship: ClarkScotland 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 …
Continue reading Scots recall Barclay for Six NationsAn 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 …
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