Melbourne have ended their best season under Paul Roos on a high by scrapping their way to a drought-breaking 26-point win over Greater Western Sydney. The Demons took a 22-game …
Continue reading Demons edge Giants to finish on a highRoger Federer and Andy Murray coasted into the US Open fourth round on Saturday as Stan Wawrinka joined the procession of seeds into the second week of the season-ending grand …
Continue reading Federer, Murray cruise at US OpenA golden point try to Josh Hodgson has given Canberra a thrilling 28-24 win over Parramatta on Sunday afternoon in the NRL’s final round. The Eels looked headed for victory …
Continue reading Raiders win goldenpoint thriller over EelsVeteran halfback Will Genia boosted his Rugby World Cup stocks as the Wallabies overcame a shoddy first half to defeat the United States 47-10 in their warm up Test at …
Continue reading Genia adds zip in Wallabies returnDonald Young is proving there is hope for those who don’t immediately live up to the hype. Asked about the U.S. Tennis Association trying to find the “next Donald Young,” …
Continue reading Donald Young and restless no more at OpenAustralian-born Johanna Konta became only the second British woman in 24 years to reach the fourth round of the US Open by downing German 18th seed Andrea Petkovic. Konta beat …
Continue reading Konta continues streak at US OpenEven with her powerful serve and formidable physical gifts, Serena Williams is getting the most praise from fellow players for her mental toughness and confidence when facing adversity. World No.1 …
Continue reading Mental strength the key for SerenaSamantha Stosur must venture to uncharted territory to continue her pursuit of a second US Open crown. Australia’s last hope once again, the 2011 champion is through to the second …
Continue reading Stosur to step it up at US OpenGold Coast star Charlie Dixon has been granted permission to depart the AFL club during the upcoming trade period, opening the door for Port Adelaide or Fremantle to swoop. The …
Continue reading Suns agree to trade Charlie DixonThe Wallabies have scrapped to a 47-10 win over the United States Eagles in their final Rugby World Cup warm up match at Soldier Field in Chicago. The hosts had …
Continue reading Wallabies down US in World Cup warm upSt Kilda coach Alan Richardson has backed forward Nick Riewoldt to hit the ground running next year as the Saints attempt to digest their horrendous end to the AFL season. …
Continue reading Saints banking on fresh Riewoldt to fireJohn Isner beat Roger Federer in the greatest win of his career three years ago. Now the hard-serving American will try to duplicate that effort to reach a US Open …
Continue reading Isner will ‘roll the dice’ against FedererNick Kyrgios’s US Open adventure is over after his mixed doubles partner withdrew following a freak locker-room accident. Canadian starlet Eugenie Bouchard is also in doubt for the singles after …
Continue reading Bouchard injury ends Kyrgios’s US OpenA late Noa Nakaitaci try snatched a 19-16 win for France over Scotland in their final World Cup warm-up test at the Stade de France on Saturday. It had been …
Continue reading France claim victory in final minutesSydney Swans coach John Longmire has backed forward Lance Franklin to get better as his side prepare to enter the AFL finals without co-captain Kieren Jack. Longmire expects midfielder Jack …
Continue reading Longmire backs Buddy to get betterDavis Cup captain Wally Masur is leaving Bernard Tomic hanging as he ponders his options for Australia’s looming semi-final showdown with Great Britain. Tomic is available for selection again after …
Continue reading Court date won’t affect Tomic’s Cup hopesWest Coast coach Adam Simpson has set his sights on winning the AFL flag, but untimely injuries to key duo Chris Masten and Jeremy McGovern will hurt his cause. Masten …
Continue reading Eagles flag hopes hurt by Masten injuryFormer champion Samantha Stosur is once again the last Australian singles hope at Flushing Meadows after advancing to the last 16 for the first time in four years. As Bernard …
Continue reading Stosur into US Open fourth round

