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Cricket.com.au

Well-timed century hands McGrath a ton of confidence

Tahlia McGrath's all-round dominance at Junction Oval came at the perfect time before she steps in as ODI skipper.

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Fox Sports

AFL trades LIVE: $850k twist as Pies ‘aggressively shopping star’; big watch on squeezed out Cat

With less than three days left in the AFL trade period, it’s time for the biggest remaining deals to get moving - or they won’t get done at all.

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Yahoo Sports

NFL Week 5 Winners and Losers: Commanders have game-management gaffe for the ages in tie to Giants

The worst division in the NFL got a perfectly fitting end to Sunday's game. The New York Giants celebrated a tie. They should have because the Washington Commanders had a game-management fiasco that will be remembered for a long time.

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Fox Sports

‘Shamchester’: PL cheating ‘farce’ deepens in ugly scenes; bizarre call over young Aussie — Wrap

Manchester City defied chants of “cheats” throughout their clash with Liverpool in their first game since being found guilty of breaking more than 100 Premier League financial rules.

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Yahoo Sports

Texans trade for WR Marvin Harrison Jr., head coach Demeco Ryans confirms to reporters

The Arizona Cardinals have reportedly finalized a deal to trade 2024 No. 4 overall draft pick Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Houston Texans, NFL insiders Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter reported.

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Yahoo Sports

Jets rally for 17-12 win over Browns after Corey Bojorquez fumbled snap

Braelon Allen's 22-yard touchdown run with 3:01 remaining in the fourth quarter put the New York Jets ahead of the Cleveland Browns in an eventual 17-12 win. Allen's rush was the longest of his career, five games into his third NFL season.

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Yahoo Sports

Drake Maye is back with 5 total TDs in blowout Patriots win over Raiders

Through three weeks, Drake Maye had one touchdown and six interceptions, and the sky was falling around the 1-2 Patriots. Fast forward two weeks, and all is well in New England. Maye threw three touchdowns in a Week 4 win over Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills.

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BBC

Man City's statement win has feeling of irrelevance with season in limbo

Manchester City record what they will view as a statement win at Liverpool - but is it a statement that carries any weight during a Premier League season in limbo, asks Phil McNulty?.

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The Guardian

Impervious City shrug off chaos and controversy to silence Anfield

What had been billed as a day of reckoning for the Premier League champions turned into a Sunday afternoon stroll.

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Fox Sports

Roosters duo give contract update; Cross-code star poised to make NRL return — Whispers

Superstar fullback James Tedesco has revealed his hopes of striking a new deal with the Sydney Roosters after guiding them to the 2026 NRL premiership and winning the Clive Churchill Medal.

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Football

The Guardian

‘We make our own noise’: Maresca hails Manchester City after Liverpool triumph

Enzo Maresca praised Manchester City for “making their own noise” at Liverpool as they brushed aside the controversy and threats surrounding the club with a comprehensive 3-0 win at Anfield.

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BBC

Winless and an 'easy touch' - what's happened to the Anfield fear factor?

Liverpool's struggles at Anfield continue as Iraola still awaits his first Premier League win at Anfield.

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The Guardian

Premier League returns in shadow of Manchester City’s judgment day

Football felt secondary on the first weekend of action since club were found guilty of breaking financial rules. The Cimbri are heading menacingly south, but in Rome life goes on. The asteroid is definitely coming this way, but people go to work, eat, drink, plan as usual.

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BBC

Burnham to release details of Man City meetings

Andy Burnham has faced criticism for comments he made in the wake of Manchester City being found guilty of all charges related to breaches of the Premier League's financial rules.

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The Guardian

Cherki cracker caps Manchester City win at Liverpool in face of Anfield taunts

. It is a soundtrack that Manchester City have heard before but never for such sustained spells during a match. It came from the Liverpool support, first ringing out around Anfield before kick-off and coming at regular intervals thereafter.

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BBC

Who 'simply has to do better'? Liverpool v Man City player ratings

How Liverpool and Man City's players rated following their Premier League match.

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The Athletic

Man City dismantle Liverpool after Gravenberch red card. How toxic was the Anfield atmosphere?

Gregg Evans, Sam Lee and Conor O'Neill analyse the main talking points from Sunday's impressive 3-1 away win at Anfield.

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BBC

Jota comeback helps Celtic lift gloom in strong response

Jota's comeback from long-term injury and Celtic's convincing victory over Motherwell provide positivity following the club's recent acrimony.

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The Guardian

Tension, ‘cheat’ banners and inflatable bananas: Manchester City’s welcome to Anfield

An incendiary atmosphere greeted the former Premier League champions for their first game since being found guilty of breaking financial fair play rules.

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The Guardian

European football: Freiburg move top of Bundesliga while Isco keeps Betis flying high

Ten-man Freiburg scored an 85th-minute winner ⁠through Keisuke Goto to snatch a 2-1 victory over ⁠visitors Schalke 04 ⁠on ​Sunday and move top of the Bundesliga.

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Premier LeagueFootball

BBC

Toxicity and uncertainty await Man City - will their season even matter?

Manchester City visit Liverpool on Sunday with a lot of uncertainty hanging over them. Phil McNulty looks at what lies ahead.

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The Athletic

Why Liverpool against Manchester City will be one of the weirdest games in Premier League history

The fixture computer delivering this game for the Premier League's return is almost too perfect from a narrative perspective.

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The Athletic

Does Carrick or De Zerbi have more to worry about? What did we learn about Arsenal?

Three of our writers discuss Saturday's Premier League talking points and we look ahead to what is to come on Sunday.

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The Athletic

Liverpool vs Man City preview: Response to judgment, atmosphere and predicted line-ups

City travel to Anfield on Sunday for their first game since the bombshell ruling on their financial breaches.

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The Athletic

Arsenal's depth gives them quality. Their mentality is what will define their season

Mikel Arteta believes his champions rediscovered their identity in Saturday's hard-fought win against Leeds. Maintaining it is paramount.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 17 hours ago

The Athletic

The Manchester City ruling that shook the Premier League, annotated by our reporters

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●The Athletic • Premier League → 17 hours ago

The Athletic

Manchester City charges, Part 4: Astronomical wage bills that left Europe behind

Chris Weatherspoon explains how City outspent domestic peers dramatically on wages between 2009-2018.

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BBC

'I kissed Rodrigo and said thanks' - De Zerbi 'liked' Spurs red card

Roberto de Zerbi praises Rodrigo Bentancur after he was sent off in a 1-1 draw against Manchester United.

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BBC

Boos, anguish & fading belief - 'worrying day' for under-pressure Carrick

It couldn't happen again could it? Another failure to beat 10 men increases pressure on Man Utd boss Michael Carrick after a 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

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Fox Sports

Utd back in full blown crisis as axe dangles after 92-min shock, ugly red card scenes — PL wrap

Ten-man Tottenham salvaged a 1-1 against fellow strugglers Manchester United thanks to Dominic Solanke’s last-gasp leveller, while Arsenal got back on track as the champions survived a scare to beat Leeds 2-1 on Saturday.

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NFLAmerican Football

Yahoo Sports

Bears bench Tyson Bagent, turn back to Case Keenum after 2-interception game vs. Packers

The Chicago Bears got a shocking win over the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 3 thanks to veteran quarterback Case Keenum, who got the start after injuries to Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent. A week later, the team turned things over to Bagent.

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Yahoo Sports

'I lost us that game': The Eagles botched a game they had to win. What happens to Nick Sirianni now?

Three NFL head coaches have returned home after early-season London losses to find themselves out of a job: the 2-3 Jets' Robert Saleh in 2024, the 1-3 Dolphins' Joe Philbin in 2015, and the 0-4 Raiders' Dennis Allen in 2014. After giving away a game Philadelphia (2-3) had won on Sunday, could Nick Sirianni be the fourth? Philadelphia had Week 5’s first game, a London date with the Jaguars, as locked down as you can be without a victory formation.

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Yahoo Sports

With their All-Pro long snapper hurt, DT DaVon Hamilton delivers as 'MVP' for Jaguars on game-winning 57-yard FG vs. Eagles

With a look at a 57-yard field goal on Sunday to win the game, there's no other kicker the Jacksonville Jaguars would have wanted than their own. Cam Little has the biggest leg in the NFL and the two longest field goals in NFL history to show for it.

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Yahoo Sports

Nick Sirianni takes blame for Eagles' kickoff strategy in final minute: 'I cost us that game'

After a hard-fought 59 minutes Sunday, it looked as though the Philadelphia Eagles had finally put the Jacksonville Jaguars away for good. Following a last-second field goal, all the Eagles needed to do was bury the Jaguars deep in their own territory and stop one more desperation play.

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The Athletic

Eagles devastated as Jaguars hit 57-yard field goal in final second. What now for Philly?

Cam Little's 57-yard field goal stunned the Eagles (2-3) at the buzzer after Philly thought it had won with Jake Elliott's 48-yarder.

●The Athletic • NFL → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

Inactives for NFL Week 5: Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins will play for Bengals

The Bengals' top-two receivers will both suit up for Week 5.

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Yahoo Sports

Packers dominate banged-up Bears as Tyson Bagent is benched late

The Green Bay Packers kept the pedal to the metal against the Chicago Bears. They were not about to have a repeat of the prior two head-to-head meetings.

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Yahoo Sports

Bears to honor legendary coach Mike Ditka with No. 89 helmet decal

The Chicago Bears continued to honor legendary head coach Mike Ditka in Week 5. Ditka, who led the Bears to a win in Super Bowl XX, died Friday. He was 86. In tribute to Ditka, the team unveiled a helmet decal featuring No. 89, the number Ditka wore when he was a tight end with the franchise.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 7 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Bears honor legendary coach Mike Ditka with No. 89 helmet decal

The Chicago Bears continued to honor legendary head coach Mike Ditka in Week 5. Ditka, who led the Bears to a win in Super Bowl XX, died Friday. He was 86. In tribute to Ditka, the team unveiled a helmet decal featuring No. 89, the number Ditka wore when he was a tight end with the franchise.

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The Athletic

Jeremiah Trotter Jr., Bryan Thomas Jr. ejected on chaotic Jaguars-Eagles opening kickoff

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and Bryan Thomas Jr. were ejected for what referee Ron Torbert called "continuous non-football actions.".

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American Football

The Athletic

NFL Week 5 inactives: Saquon Barkley won't play for Eagles

Saquon Barkley will sit out the Eagles' early game against the Jaguars Sunday.

●The Athletic • NFL → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Marvin Harrison Jr. trade could have bigger consequences for forever-rebuilding Cardinals

Harrison will go down as a major whiff in franchise history. If he blossoms elsewhere, it will look even worse — and could cost jobs.

●The Athletic • NFL → 10 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Week 5 NFL scores, live updates: Fernando Mendoza makes regular-season debut, relieving Kirk Cousins in blowout vs. Patriots

We've got another action-packed NFL game slate for Week 5, albeit a slate short of two teams — the Kansas City Chiefs and Carolina Panthers, which are both on bye.

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Yahoo Sports

Ameer Abdullah saves Jaguars with last-second kick return to set up game-winning field goal to beat Eagles

The Jacksonville Jaguars had multiple advantages coming into Week 5. The team was not only playing in London, which is essentially a second home for the franchise, but it was also taking on an injury-riddled Philadelphia Eagles team without multiple offensive playmakers.

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The Athletic

NFL spread, straight-up picks: Bengals, Texans high in Week 5 confidence rankings

Straight-up and against the spread picks for all 15 games in NFL Week 5.

●The Athletic • NFL → 10 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers: How to watch the NFL Week 5 game, channel, streaming info and more

The Chicago Bears will visit the Green Bay Packers on Sunday for an NFC North clash at Lambeau Field. The 3-1 Bears sit at No. 2 in the division, while the 2-2 Packers are in last place.

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Yahoo Sports

San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks: How to watch the NFL Week 5 game, channel, streaming info and more

One of this Sunday's biggest games will be between NFC West rivals the San Francisco 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks. Both teams are having solid seasons, and this week might prove to be the most difficult contest of the season so far for both of them.

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Yahoo Sports

Sunday Night Football: How to watch the Baltimore Ravens vs. Atlanta Falcons game tonight

The Atlanta Falcons will host the Baltimore Ravens for tonight's Sunday Night Football game.

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Yahoo Sports

Las Vegas Raiders vs. New England Patriots: How to watch, start time, where to stream and more

We're officially in the Klint Kubiak era of the Las Vegas Raiders timeline, and that's proving to be a very positive thing. The team is now 3-1 this season, with their only loss against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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Yahoo Sports

Indianapolis Colts vs. Pittsburgh Steelers: How to watch, start time, where to stream and more

After a disappointing loss to the Cleveland Browns last week and tensions boiling over on the bench, the Pittsburgh Steelers are hoping to bounce back this Sunday when they host the Indianapolis Colts at Acrisure Stadium.

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Motorsport

BBC

Do things change for 'Mr Consistent' Antonelli as he nears title?

The Chequered Flag's Harry Benjamin, Alice Powell and Alisha Palmowski discuss whether anything changes for Kimi Antonelli as the championship leader closes in on the title.

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Formula 1

‘It was a mistake’ – Vasseur on Hamilton’s strategy call

Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur has explained how a podium finish slipped out of Lewis Hamilton’s hands at the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

Hamilton apologises after ‘painful lesson’ in Singapore

Lewis Hamilton has conceded that the decision to stay out on track rather than pit under the Virtual Safety Car during the Singapore Grand Prix was his, labelling it as a "painful lesson".

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Formula 1

All the key moments from the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix

Max Verstappen continued his 2026 resurgence in Singapore, beating Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli to a long-awaited Grand Prix victory around Marina Bay.

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Formula 1

What the teams said – Race day in Singapore

The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix.

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BBC

Hamilton apologises to Ferrari as Antonelli moves to brink of title

Lewis Hamilton's incorrect strategy call during the Singapore Grand Prix means Kimi Antonelli can win the world title at the next race in Austin.

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BBC

'They've thrown away a double podium' - what went wrong for Hamilton?

After a difficult day for Lewis Hamilton the Chequered Flag's Harry Benjamin, Alice Powell and Alisha Palmowski look at what went wrong with his and Ferrari's strategy at the Singapore Grand Prix.

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The Guardian

Kimi Antonelli admits he can taste F1 glory after Verstappen wins Singapore GP

Kimi Antonelli said he can finally dare to dream about winning his first Formula One world championship after he finished in third place at the Singapore Grand Prix and put himself in a position where he could secure the title at the next round in Austin.

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BBC

Verstappen perfect and Antonelli hugely mature - driver ratings

BBC Radio 5 Live F1 commentator Harry Benjamin rates how the drivers performed during the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

Russell rues ‘difficult’ Singapore GP as ‘story of season’

Mercedes' George Russell faced a challenging drive at the Singapore Grand Prix, having climbed through the order from P19 to P9.

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Formula 1Motorsport

Formula 1

Verstappen seals commanding Singapore victory

Red Bull's Max Verstappen continued his winning form by triumphing in the Singapore Grand Prix on his 250th Grand Prix start.

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Formula 1

Verstappen your Singapore Driver of the Day after dominant win

His first-ever Grand Prix win in Singapore, but his fifth consecutive Driver of the Day triumph - Max Verstappen was simply untouchable around Marina Bay as he and a resurgent Red Bull powered to glory over Ferrari and Mercedes.

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Formula 1

Verstappen thrilled with first Singapore win at 10th attempt

Max Verstappen expressed his pride and satisfaction after claiming a long-awaited Singapore Grand Prix win – the result coming in the Dutchman’s 10th attempt.

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Formula 1

Leclerc ‘gave it all’ to secure P2 in Singapore

Charles Leclerc has reflected on his return to the podium at the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

Norris 'not happy with a P4' finish in Singapore GP

Lando Norris admits that he is "not happy with a P4" finish in the Singapore Grand Prix, with the reigning World Champion demanding more from McLaren as they "want to fight for wins".

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Formula 1

Antonelli reacts as Singapore P3 puts him on brink of title

Kimi Antonelli amusingly appeared to be taken by surprise when informed that his podium finish in the Singapore Grand Prix has put him on the brink of clinching this year’s World Championship title.

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The Guardian

Feelgood factor of human interaction

Happy hormones | Fuel costs | Drive-in parking | Guys and girls | Young or old? | Singapore pollution.

●The Guardian • Formula 1 → 6 hours ago

BBC

Verstappen dominates for first Singapore Grand Prix win

Red Bull's Max Verstappen secures his first win in the Singapore Grand Prix, ahead of Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli.

●BBC • Formula 1 → 7 hours ago

The Guardian

Resurgent Verstappen holds off Leclerc to seal dominant F1 Singapore GP win

Delivering an emphatic reminder of how imperious he can be when he has the car beneath him, Max Verstappen was untouchable in victory at the Singapore Grand Prix. It has taken Red Bull most of the season to deliver said ride, however, and the title is beyond the Dutchman.

●The Guardian • Formula 1 → 7 hours ago

Formula 1

AS IT HAPPENED: Verstappen wins Singapore Grand Prix

Live coverage of the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2026.

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Tennis

WTA

'Back to normal' Pegula ready for late-season push in Wuhan

Jessica Pegula returns to the Asian swing feeling healthy and motivated to finish the 2026 season strong, with a Wuhan title and a spot in the WTA Finals in her sights.

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WTA

Zheng Qinwen makes history with China Open win in first title since 2024

Zheng Qinwen became the first Chinese woman to win the China Open WTA 1000 title, defeating Mirra Andreeva 7-5, 6-4 for her first title at the level and sixth WTA Tour crown. The victory will lift Zheng back into the world's top 30, while Andreeva is projected to rise to No. 3 in the world.

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WTA

Gauff stars in rapper Gunna's 'Pop It' music video

Rapper Gunna has released the official music video for his new single, "Pop It," and featured in it is World No. 4 Coco Gauff.

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WTA

Best of Wuhan media day: Top quotes and Kostyuk, Eala's adventures

From the best quotes of pre-tournament press conferences to local excursions to iconic spots in Wuhan, here's the best from media day at the 2026 Wuhan Open.

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WTA

Dabrowski, Stefani capture fifth title of 2026 in Beijing

No. 2 seeds Gabriela Dabrowski and Luisa Stefani defeated top seeds Katerina Siniakova and Zhang Shuai 6-1, 6-2 in 59 minutes to win the China Open in Beijing.

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WTA

Noskova pulls out of Wuhan with left calf injury

Linda Noskova has withdrawn from the Wuhan Open with a left calf injury. The World No. 6 is currently not entered in any tournament leading up to her first appearance in the WTA Finals.

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WTA

Andreeva vs. Zheng: Everything to know about the Beijing final

Mirra Andreeva is poised to win her fourth title of the season, while wild card and home favorite Zheng Qinwen eyes to become the first Chinese player to win the China Open title. Here's everything you need to know.

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WTA

Zheng becomes first Chinese finalist in Beijing with straight-sets win over Mertens

Zheng Qinwen became the first ever Chinese finalist in Beijing on Saturday, defeating No. 13 seed Elise Mertens 7-5, 6-2. The Olympic gold medalist won eight of the final 10 games to book a spot in the title match against Mirra Andreeva.

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WTA

Wuhan draw: Sabalenka, Swiatek eye first 2026 meeting in quarterfinals

Three-time former champion Aryna Sabalenka is the top seed at the Dongfeng • Voyah Wuhan Open, the final WTA 1000 event of the season.

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WTA

Andreeva or Zheng? Making the case for the China Open finalists

Zheng Qinwen, the first Chinese finalist in Beijing, will play Mirra Andreeva for the China Open title. We make the case for both players.

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WTATennis

WTA

Andreeva advances to fifth final of 2026 in Beijing, set to become World No. 3

Mirra Andreeva defeated Nikola Bartunkova 6-2, 6-2 to reach her first China Open final, earning her 50th tour-level victory of the season. The 19-year-old will rise to a career-high world No. 3 next week and will face Elise Mertens or Zheng Qinwen for the title in Beijing.

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WTA

Vote: What was the best shot of the week in Beijing?

We've rounded up the five best shots from the second week in Beijing. Which was your favorite? Check them out and vote for your favorite below.

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WTA

Mertens beats Swiatek in Beijing for third straight win over a Grand Slam champion

Elise Mertens has now defeated three straight Grand Slam champions at the China Open, and her win over Iga Swiatek also secured WTA Finals berths for Mirra Andreeva and Linda Noskova.

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WTA

China Open semifinals preview: Breaking down the final four in Beijing

Mirra Andreeva will take on rising star Nikola Bartunkova in the first China Open semifinal, and then wild card Zheng Qinwen will play Elise Mertens. We break down both matchups in Beijing.

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WTA

Zheng Qinwen's maturing perspective on success fuels energizing Beijing run

Zheng Qinwen's latest run in Beijing is more than just the result. Returning to the site of a 2025 low point, she reflected on how subsequent lows reshaped her mindset and taught her to find value ahead of the final stretch of the 2026 season.

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WTA

Zheng’s late-season surge continues with win over Svitolina to reach Beijing semis

Zheng Qinwen defeated No. 6 seed Elina Svitolina 6-3, 7-6 (8-6) to reach the China Open semifinals, extending her strong late-season run to 12 wins in her last 13 matches. The wild card entrant will meet either Iga Swiatek or Elise Mertens for a spot in the final.

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WTA

The first-timers who won the WTA Finals: Could Andreeva or Noskova be next?

Only seven women have won the season-ending championship in their debut, a group that includes Ashleigh Barty, Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova. Can either Roland Garros champion Mirra Andreeva or Wimbledon winner Linda Noskova be next?.

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WTA

Serena Williams honored with Barbie doll to celebrate 2005 AO win

Serena Williams joins Team Barbie with a new doll inspired by her iconic 2005 Australian Open look, celebrating her legacy and inspiring young girls to dream big and break barriers.

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WTA

Eala talks perfection, embracing pain and brutal feedback with Sharapova

Alexandra Eala was a guest on "Pretty Tough with Maria Sharapova," and the World No. 18 went in-depth on a number of topics, including carrying the hopes of a nation and what makes her feel tough.

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WTA

Shnaider, Cirstea, Eala, Paolini headline Hong Kong field

Diana Shnaider, Sorana Cirstea, Alexandra Eala and Jasmine Paolini will headline the field at the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open, one of the final two tournaments before the WTA Finals.

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Rugby League

Fox Sports

Kangaroos set for bombshell fullback call; controversial prodigy cleared to play — Team Tips

Australian coach Kevin Walters is set to make a shock selection call as the Kangaroos prepare to kick-off their World Cup campaign against New Zealand.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Moment ‘fuelling’ Kiwi’s star’s World Cup revenge against Kangaroos

Four years after failing to steer the Kiwis past Australia in the 2022 World Cup semi-final, Jahrome Hughes still carries the weight of that loss.

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Sydney Morning Herald

‘Misunderstood’ Luai leads Samoan infusion at Parramatta

Hamming it up in front of more than 5000 devoted Samoa fans at Mt Druitt, the Eels’ new five-eighth was in his element.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 19 hours ago

NRL

Living the dream: Home World Cup is where the heart is for Kelleher

Jocelyn Kelleher has done it all this season – but one goal remains to be achieved to cap off a truly remarkable season.

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NRL

New jersey, same goal: Gagai eyeing second World Cup in Kiwis debut

Dane Gagai has declared his desire to deliver New Zealand an IRL Rugby League World Cup title nine years after he helped the Kangaroos hoist the trophy. .

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NRL

'Grew up watching them': Childhood heroes drive Jack's World Cup dream

Kangaroos rookie Jack Bostock has vowed to use his State of Origin experience as a launchpad for a successful transition to the international arena.

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ABC Sport

The unconventional coach out to extend the Jillaroos reign

Jessica Skinner doubted her coaching style was elite. Now she believes it's exactly what elite sport needs. Her path from rural NSW to the top has been shaped by resilience, community, family and a belief that sport can change lives.

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Sydney Morning Herald

The No.1 reason Marky Mark is poised to lock in NRL return

Roosters chairman Nick Politis is confident Mark Nawaqanitawase will return to the club after his rugby stint. And he’s ready to spend top dollar to make it happen.

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BBC

York winger Galeano signs contract extension

York Knights winger Scott Galeano signs a two-year contract extension to keep him at the club until the end of the 2029 season.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Samoa receive hero's welcome in Sydney's west

Samoan players receive a hero's welcome when arriving in Sydney's west for a fan day.

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NRLRugby League

Sydney Morning Herald

V’landys throws weight behind Bears coach Meninga after CEO’s sudden exit

The NRL boss has played down suggestions of more unrest at the troubled Perth outfit after a key appointment resigned six months out from their first match.

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NRL

'Job to do': Walker just getting started on path to greatness

Kangaroos rookie Sam Walker has set his sights on World Cup glory as he looks to stamp his place among the game’s elite playmakers.

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Sydney Morning Herald

‘Fingers crossed’: Walker hopes to secure new Roosters deal before November 1

The Roosters halfback is in the Australian squad for the World Cup after a stellar season in which he made his State of Origin debut and won a maiden NRL title.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Ten stars, 20 days: The marquee men poised to hit the open market on November 1

The NRL transfer market is about to become a feeding frenzy as some of the biggest names prepare to test their value from November 1.

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NRL

'Feels right': Ponga embracing emotions of NZ debut

Star fullback Kalyn Ponga is embracing the emotions of pulling on a Kiwis jumper for the first time as he looks to make the most of an unexpected opportunity to play for New Zealand at the IRL Rugby League World Cup.

NRL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

‘He is the future’: Titans star urges rising half to stay as November 1 feeding frenzy looms

Titans skipper Tino Fa’asuamaleaui says rising star Zane Harrison is the “future” of the club and has urged him to stay amid reports he will hit the open market where he could attract huge offers from rival teams.

Fox Sports • NRL → 2 days ago

NRL

From remote islands to the Bulldogs: Inside the Silktails pathway

The Kaiviti Silktails are proving a breeding ground for aspiring youngsters to live their rugby league dream.

NRL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Ponga opens up on big Kiwis call … and the ‘cheeky’ teammate who keeps giving him s**t

Kalyn Ponga will be eternally grateful to a major rule change earlier this year that opened the door for him to represent his New Zealand heritage, with the superstar fullback set to make his international debut against Australia next week.

Fox Sports • NRL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

‘They’re what matters most’: Bears drama as key figure steps down after boardroom turmoil

The Perth Bears are searching for a new CEO after Anthony De Ceglie resigned from the role on Friday evening amid reports he had fallen out of favour with the club’s board.

Fox Sports • NRL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Perth Bears chief executive quits six months out from club’s debut season

Anthony De Ceglie, a former editor of the West Australian newspaper, has left the NRL expansion franchise after losing the support of the club’s board.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 2 days ago

Cricket

ABC Sport

Quick hits: Smith snatches record with miracle grabs and Marnus fumes

Steve Smith takes a hat-trick of spectacular slip catches, while Marnus Labuschagne is livid to see his effort chalked off. Here are the quick hits from day three of the first Test between Australia and South Africa.

●ABC Sport • Cricket → 3 hours ago

Cricinfo

How bad light could shape the South Africa vs Australia Test

Around 45 overs have been lost across three days' play, which needs to be factored into teams' calculations.

●Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

Arshdeep and Abhishek power India to 2-1 lead

On an Indore pitch whose low bounce made big hitting difficult, Abhishek Sharma's 30-ball 69 ended up giving India an above-par total.

●Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

BBC

Sensational Smith, relentless quicks - Australia veterans serve reminder

The fearsome pace quartet and Steve Smith's brilliance serves as a reminder of Australia's quality as the tourists take charge against South Africa.

●BBC • Cricket → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

Farhan and Sadaqat help Pakistan seal series in style

Both batters blazed fifties to take Pakistan to 215, and Sri Lanka never got going in the chase.

●Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

The Guardian

Record-breaking quartet put Australia in full control against South Africa

As a fractured news environment demonstrates, observations can be made from just about any perspective. One view of Australia’s Test team could focus on age, with the principal bowlers all having more than 33 years to their names. Another could focus on them all having more than 300 wickets.

●The Guardian • Cricket → 6 hours ago

Fox Sports

Difficult Cummins scenario emerges; Renshaw headache as Maddinson’s fate revealed — Talking Points

A vintage display from Steve Smith in the slips cordon and a fine performance from Australia’s esteemed bowling attack furthered the tourists’ ascendancy on day three of the first Test against South Africa in Durban.

●Fox Sports • Cricket → 6 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

Genius Smith grabs stunners, record as Aussies press Proteas

Steve Smith took four catches as Australia took a first-innings lead at Kingsmead.

●Cricket.com.au → 7 hours ago

Cricinfo

West Indies bowl; India bring in Reddy and Prince

West Indies were forced to leave out Romario Shepherd and brought in Quentin Sampson and Keemo Paul for him and Akeal Hosein.

●Cricinfo → 8 hours ago

Cricinfo

SL make three changes and opt to bowl in must-win game

Pakistan made one change, swapping right-arm quick Razaullah for left-arm fast bowler Salman Mirza.

●Cricinfo → 9 hours ago

NBABasketball

RealGM

Karl-Anthony Towns 'Very Disappointed' By Knicks' Decision To Pause Extension Talks

Karl-Anthony Towns said Sunday he was caught off guard by the New York Knicks' decision to delay contract extension talks until later in the season. The team announced late last week that it would not negotiate with eligible players until then. "It was news to me," said Towns.

●RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Karl-Anthony Towns on Knicks tabling player extensions: 'It was news to me'

"Let's state the obvious: It's a business, but there is business on the court for us to handle," Towns said.

●The Athletic • NBA → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Ben Simmons Debuts For Kings

Ben Simmons made his return to the NBA after sitting out all of the 2025-26 season. Simmons started and played nearly nine minutes for the Sacramento Kings in their game at the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. Simmons scored seven points.

●RealGM • Basketball → 8 hours ago

RealGM

Kyrie Irving Plays For Mavericks For First Time In 19 Months

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving returned to play in a game for the first time in since early March of 2025. Irving made his return for Dallas in a preseason game against the Houston Rockets in Macau, China on Sunday. In nearly 22 minutes of action, Irving scored 17 points on 6-of-13 shooting.

●RealGM • Basketball → 8 hours ago

RealGM

Maxime Raynaud Suffers Potentially Serious Knee Injury In Kings Preseason Game

Maxime Raynaud was a bright spot for the Sacramento Kings as a rookie. So much so, that Sacramento was planning a major rotation role for Raynaud this season. Now, those plans might be on hold.

●RealGM • Basketball → 10 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘He still looked like Ben’: Aussie’s eye-opening NBA return after 18-month absence

Ben Simmons is officially back in the NBA, and the Australian looked like he had a point to prove.

●Fox Sports • NBA → 13 hours ago

RealGM

Kyle Filipowski Yet To Return To On-Cout Work After Offseason Back Surgery

Utah Jazz big man Kyle Filipowski had offseason surgery to fix a herniated disc in his back. That has Filipowski still working on his own off-court instead of joining the Jazz for team practices.

●RealGM • Basketball → 22 hours ago

RealGM

Caitlin Clark Undecided On EPIC Extension, Says 'No Matter What, I'm Gonna Be Here'

Caitlin Clark is now eligible for a contract extension under the WNBA's new "EPIC" provision, but the Indiana Fever star has not committed to signing it. Clark said she wants to consider how the deal would impact the team's salary cap and roster.

RealGM • Basketball → 1 day ago

RealGM

Jalon Moore, Pelicans Sign Exhibit 10 Contract

The New Orleans Pelicans have signed forward Jalon Moore to an Exhibit 10 contract. Moore replaces Christian Koloko, who was waived in the last couple of days. Moore missed last season while recovering from a torn Achilles that he suffered in the pre-draft process ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft.

RealGM • Basketball → 1 day ago

RealGM

Josh Hart 'Not Too Stressed' About Knicks Stopping Extension Talks

New York Knicks wing Josh Hart was asked about the team tabling extension talks for eligible players, such as himself. Hart didn't seem as worried about the situation as teammates Karl-Anthony Towns and Miles McBride seem to be. "Everything is going to work out.

RealGM • Basketball → 1 day ago

Basketball

Fox Sports

MVP contenders’ rivalry EXPLODES in fiery clash; Aussie superstar erupts in Snakes’ hot streak — NBL Wrap

Round 4 of the NBL season is in the books and the final two games saw MVP contenders collide once again as their rivalry continues to grow.

●Fox Sports • Basketball → 14 hours ago

NBL

Moments That Mattered: Round 4, NBL27

Bryce Cotton vs Kendric Davis EXPLODES again! ????. The NBL's biggest rivalry reignites in Round 4, and the panel has plenty to say about Davis' emotions as the Adelaide 36ers take down the Sydney Kings.

●NBL → 18 hours ago

NBL

Coaches divided on stars' clash: ‘No reason for that’

The first Championship Series rematch between Sydney and Adelaide delivered everything it promised, with the 36ers grinding out a gritty 84-78 win on the road at Afterpay Arena. But the result was only half the story.

●NBL → 22 hours ago

NBL

Davis, Cotton feud spills onto social media

Kendric Davis has blown his feud with Bryce Cotton wide open, launching an extraordinary social media spray at the Adelaide star on Sunday night and branding him the “king of throwing rocks and hiding his hand”. Adelaide won the Championship Series rematch 84-78, the first meeting between the clubs since Davis led Sydney to the NBL26 title in a series packed with heated moments between the pair.

●NBL → 22 hours ago

NBL

Hot shooting Snakes bite Hawks

The Cairns Taipans put in an impressive offensive display with Reyne Smith, Jaylon Brown, Jack McVeigh and Jonah Bolden combining for 16 three-pointers as they continued the struggles of the Illawarra Hawks with the 110-100 win.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

MVP feud reignites as 36ers topple Kings

The Kendric Davis-Bryce Cotton tension sizzled but it was the Adelaide 36ers role players led by Matt Kenyon and John Jenkins III that were instrumental in them handing the Sydney Kings a first loss of NBL27, winning 84-78. The 36ers arrived at Afterpay Arena needing a win sitting at 2-4 having lost their last three while the Kings had won their opening three matches at home to begin their championship defence.

NBL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

How an $8 million Cooper Flagg card changed one family’s life beyond cash windfall

After selling Flagg's NBA Debut Patch card for a record sum, Jason Williams and his family are enjoying more than just the money.

The Athletic • NBA → 1 day ago

RealGM

Brandin Podziemski, Warriors Agree To Five-Year, $110 Million Extension

The Golden State Warriors and guard Brandin Podziemski have agreed to a five-year, $110 million extension. The deal reportedly includes a mutual option on the fifth season and a trade kicker. The Warriors drafted Podziemski with the 19th overall pick at the 2023 NBA Draft.

RealGM • Basketball → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Warriors' Brandin Podziemski reportedly agrees to 5-year, $110 million rookie-scale extension

Brandin Podziemski has secured a fully guaranteed rookie-scale extension from the Golden State Warriors, according to ESPN's Shams Charania, who reported Saturday that the 23-year-old guard has agreed to a five-year, $110 million deal with the organization.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 1 day ago

RealGM

Lakers Sign Rafael Castro To Exhibit 10 Deal; Waive William Kyle III

The Los Angeles Lakers have signed center Rafael Castro to an Exhibit 10 contract. Los Angeles opened up the roster spot for Castro by waiving William Kyle III from his Exhibit 10 deal. Castro went undrafted out of George Washington at the 2026 NBA Draft.

RealGM • Basketball → 1 day ago

Rugby Union

The Guardian

Exeter finally find first win despite Christian Wade’s hat-trick for Newcastle

Amid the current gushing torrent of Prem tries here was a reminder that winning still trumps all else. Exeter finally have their first, relieving, victory of the campaign but there were times when it seemed Newcastle might conceivably secure a first away league success in almost four years.

●The Guardian • Rugby Union → 4 hours ago

BBC

Late Sale penalty try continues Harlequins woes

Harlequins' poor start to the Prem season continues with a third successive loss of the campaign against Sale at CorpAcq Stadium.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 5 hours ago

BBC

Wade scores 100th Prem try as Newcastle lose to Exeter

Christian Wade becomes just the second player to score 100 Prem Rugby tries after getting a hat-trick in Newcastle Red Bulls' 34-28 loss at Exeter.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 6 hours ago

BBC

Davies urged to reverse retirement for World Cup

Ex-Wales hooker Scott Baldwin is convinced the 36-year-old's World Cup know-how can still help Wales in Australia.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 8 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Box clever: Wallabies say accuracy and urgency keys to combatting All Blacks’ aerial dominance

Like them or loathe them, contestable kicks are now a major factor in winning Test matches. And New Zealand convincingly won the battle in the skies at Eden Park.

●Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 16 hours ago

BBC

Fight for Wales spots heats up as under-threat regions win

The talking points from round three of URC as Ospreys and Scarlets get first win and players try to impress Wales boss Steve Tandy.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 17 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Wallabies knew what was coming at Eden Park, but were powerless to stop it

Former Wallabies coach Dave Rennie’s imprint was all over the All Blacks’ performance in the Bledisloe Cup opener.

●Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 19 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Ikitau out of Sydney Bledisloe but Valetini to avoid hip-drop scrutiny

A World Rugby decision means that won’t come into effect until November 1 helps Wallabies star Rob Valetini.

Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 24 hours ago

BBC

Ulster playing games like training sessions - Murphy

Head coach Richie Murphy says UIster are "playing matches like training sessions" as he expresses his disappointment after Saturday's 26-26 draw with Munster in Belfast.

BBC • Rugby Union → 1 day ago

BBC

Leinster stroll past Cardiff for happy homecoming

Champions Leinster score five tries to beat Cardiff in Dublin for their first win of the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship campaign.

BBC • Rugby Union → 1 day ago

MLBBaseball

The Athletic

A complete ranking of the last 4 teams left in the MLB postseason

Who is No. 1? Who is No. 4? Who is in between? Baseball's final four is about to begin.

●The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

The fan note and team playlist that guided the Cleveland Guardians to the ALCS

Early in the ALDS, the Guardians looked lifeless. But on Saturday night, they popped bottles.

●The Athletic • MLB → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

The White Sox are no longer a laughingstock. It doesn't ease the sting of a Game 5 loss

“It will take some time to sit down and look at it,” Sam Antonacci said after Chicago's Game 5 loss. “The goal is the World Series.".

●The Athletic • MLB → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Gavin Williams, José Ramírez and the things baseball forgot were worth keeping

The Guardians are in the ALCS because of a pitcher who wouldn’t be hurried off the mound and a slugger who wouldn’t be hurried out of town.

●The Athletic • MLB → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

MLB playoff schedule: How to watch Brewers-Dodgers in NLCS, Rays-Guardians in ALCS

Here's what to know as MLB's final four teams vie for spots in the World Series.

●The Athletic • MLB → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

All-Division Series Team: Rasmussen, Yamamoto headline round of pitching dominance

Full disclosure: There were too many good pitchers, especially out of the bullpen, to possibly name them all.

●The Athletic • MLB → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

World Series odds: Dodgers still lead the way, Rays favored against Guardians

The Dodgers are nearly even money ahead of the start of the NLCS while Cleveland is the longshot of the four teams left.

●The Athletic • MLB → 13 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Gavin Williams again etches his name in Guardians October lore with 12 strikeouts in ALDS Game 5 vs. White Sox

CLEVELAND — "How will Gavin Williams look?"Of all the questions looming large leading up to ALDS Game 5, this collective curiosity regarding the Guardians' starting pitcher was at the forefront.

●Yahoo Sports • MLB → 15 hours ago

The Athletic

Guardians complete ALDS comeback, take Game 5 to end a magical White Sox season

Cleveland now moves on to meet the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Championship Series. Game 1 is set for Monday night.

●The Athletic • MLB → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

In MLB’s final 4, it's the sport’s biggest spender and 3 budget-savvy rivals

A comparison of rosters brings into stark relief the vastness of the Dodgers’ financial edge over the Brewers, Guardians and Rays.

●The Athletic • MLB → 19 hours ago

Baseball

Yahoo Sports

José Ramírez homers, from his shins, to complete Guardians' historic ALDS comeback over White Sox

The Cleveland Guardians had to dig deep after falling behind 0-2 against the Chicago White Sox in the ALDS. José Ramírez took that literally in the Guardians' biggest moment of the season.

●Yahoo Sports • MLB → 23 hours ago

The Athletic

Sam Fuld turns down A's front-office job offer, stays with Phillies

Fuld turned down a chance to take over the Athletics, who have not made the playoffs since the pandemic-shortened season in 2020.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Yankees fan who interfered in ALDS Game 3 to face no additional punishment: Sources

One source said the fan's actions didn't rise nearly to the level of the Yankees fans who were banned indefinitely after the 2024 incident.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Things I think about the Dodgers heading into an NLCS rematch against the Brewers

Thoughts on what Shohei Ohtani can do, how Los Angeles needs to find different ways to score - and more.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Magical White Sox season rides on ‘top-shelf’ sneakerhead with unshakable aura

Sean Burke reflects on the hard work, learning lessons and aura that helped him arrive at a winner-take-all ALDS start.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

The Guardians fought their way home. Now Game 5 awaits at Cleveland’s house of magic

The Guardians are one game away from pulling off a dramatic playoff comeback. They think they're in the best possible place to do it.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

'He is the Brewers': How Christian Yelich evolved from MVP to captain for Milwaukee

Milwaukee's oldest player and its first captain, Yelich has been the constant of the Brewers' long renaissance — and he's driven for more.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Cliff Floyd: These are the 3 best leaders I played with in my 17 MLB seasons

One veteran teammate called out the whole team. Another paid for his taxis.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Arms race: Do the Dodgers or Brewers have the NLCS pitching edge?

Does the Dodgers' rotation depth give them the edge over the Brewers' strong top-two starters and deep bullpen?.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Dodgers name Tarik Skubal, Yoshinobu Yamamoto as starters for NLCS Games 1 and 2

The Dodgers' top two starters will also be available to pitch later in the series in Games 5 and 6.

The Athletic • MLB → 2 days ago

NHLIce Hockey

The Athletic

What to know about the 'unique' chest injury to Kraken's Jacob Melanson

Melanson was diagnosed with "anterior mediastinum hematoma with vascular pseudo aneurysm," according to the Kraken.

●The Athletic • NHL → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

For Wild's Matt Boldy and Panthers' Tkachuks, it's friends off the ice but foes on it

Despite having a close friendship with the Tkachuks, when push came to shove, Boldy made it pretty clear where his loyalties lie.

●The Athletic • NHL → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Meet the Winnipeg Jets fans tracking Connor Hellebuyck's forfeited salary: 'Kind of rude'

Each day the superstar goalie sits, Hellebuyck loses $38,660. That's 45 cents every second, according to the viral hellebucks.com.

●The Athletic • NHL → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Rogue inflatable hot dog bun hits Canadiens players before falling onto ice

A promotion gone wrong at Saturday's Montreal Canadiens game ended with a large inflatable hot dog on the ice.

●The Athletic • NHL → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Canadiens fans chant 'We want Larkin' against Red Wings in Montreal

Even though Larkin reportedly does not have the Canadiens on his trade list, fans were doing their best to help change his mind.

●The Athletic • NHL → 22 hours ago

The Athletic

Flyers GM Daniel Briere says it's not time to panic. It might be soon

The Flyers have been outscored 24-7, outshot 216-121 and are winless in six games to start the season.

The Athletic • NHL → 23 hours ago

The Athletic

New York Rangers react to Igor Shesterkin's season-ending injury: 'Horrible to hear'

Shesterkin was the player the Rangers could least afford to lose, and now they have to deal with that reality.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin out for season with lower-body injury

Shesterkin suffered the apparent right-leg injury on Friday night against the Capitals when his skate got caught on a goal post.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Eddie Olczyk returns to Blackhawks as team ambassador, CHSN studio analyst

Even when Eddie Olczyk has been away from the Chicago Blackhawks, he’s never stopped thinking about them. Olczyk grew up a Blackhawks fan. In 1984, the team drafted him in the first round with the No.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

One NHL player from every team with the most on the line in the 2026-27 season

Some of the season’s most intriguing storylines hinge on what happens next for these players.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

Ice Hockey

Yahoo Sports

Los Angeles Kings vs. Vegas Golden Knights: How to watch tonight's NHL game, with channels, streaming info and more

The Vegas Golden Knights are four games into their NHL season and they've already recorded victories over Chicago, Vancouver and Seattle.

Yahoo Sports • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

What we’re seeing from Gavin McKenna, Porter Martone and the NHL’s top rookies

A look at how the rookies with the highest expectations have performed across the league to start the season.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Best NHL team fan giveaways of 2026-27: Beer boot, Gr8 Ball, Mike Lange alarm clock

Teams are helping fans furnish their kitchens, dress for the couch and even wake up in the morning.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

The Carolina Hurricanes' hog mascot weighed in on Canadian politics during a game. Why?

Stormy, the Hurricanes' mascot, offered a detailed take on Vancouver's housing crisis and the government policies meant to address it.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin helped off ice after suffering lower-body injury

The 30-year-old slid into his right post and collapsed to the ice after his skate made contact with the pipe.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Blackhawks' Frank Nazar suspended 2 games for hit on Islanders' Bo Horvat

The incident occurred late in the game, with the Blackhawks trailing 3-1 and their goalie pulled.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Why Canadiens traded defenseman Jayden Struble to Predators for draft pick

Something had to give on the Montreal blue line, and even without Struble, there is a surplus at that position.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Macklin Celebrini opens up about injury as he remains 'game-time decision' for Sharks

If the choice were only up to Celebrini, he wouldn’t have missed two Sharks games this week while nursing a lower-body injury.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Panthers' Brad Marchand out for 6 weeks after sustaining injury vs. Kings

Marchand needed help leaving the ice after his injury Tuesday night.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

NHL trends and standouts after 10 days and 65 games: Rangers up, Flyers down

It's not a huge sample size, but enough interesting things have happened for us to dig into and look for trends.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

Golf

Fox Sports

‘The tears are coming’: Two years of torment end with brilliant Aus PGA tournament triumph

An emotional Justin Warren ended two years of torment with a serious foot injury to hold off a fast-finishing Daniel Gale for his first PGA Tour of Australasia win on Sunday.

●Fox Sports • Golf → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Turning point’: Aussie star’s 97-yard hole-out sparks stunning TWO-eagle PGA Tour charge

Adam Scott has made his move at the US PGA Tour’s Baycurrent Classic on Saturday finishing an incredible six-under par.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Aussie emerges to fight back into PGA title mix after ‘awful’ year confession

See all the latest news from the WA PGA Championship in our interactive below.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

How LIV dominoes toppled in Australia as cruel twist — and ‘deep end’ solution — explained

A pair of promising young talents, Nathan Barbieri and James Conran are among the favourites at this week’s WA PGA Championship.

Fox Sports • Golf → 3 days ago

Fox Sports

Everything you need to know as jam-packed Aussie summer of golf tees off — Ultimate Guide

Australia’s summer of golf gets underway on Thursday with the WA PGA Championship in the outback mining town of Kalgoorlie.

Fox Sports • Golf → 4 days ago

Fox Sports

‘A whole new world’: Inside Aussie golf’s outback stunner you probably haven’t heard of

If there wasn’t a golf tournament in Kalgoorlie, it’s fair to say Ben Eccles would never have set foot in the mining town nearly 700kms northeast of Perth … and he’d be poorer, both financially and in life experience, for it.

Fox Sports • Golf → 4 days ago

Fox Sports

Ex-world No.1 quits LIV over new, ‘unacceptable’ terms as bombshell move backfires

Jon Rahm is quitting LIV Golf due to “unacceptable” terms, the star’s lawyer said on Wednesday, dealing a significant blow to the divisive breakaway tour as it attempts to relaunch itself after declaring bankruptcy.

Fox Sports • Golf → 4 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Never usually cry’: LIV golfer’s emotional 1000-day first in $1.2m win … with vital bonus

Poland’s Adrian Meronk wept tears of joy after winning the Alfred Dunhill Championship by two strokes as he powered past rival Casey Jarvis in a dramatic final day on Sunday.

Fox Sports • Golf → 7 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Crossroads’: Rory McIlroy’s huge Aussie admission as superstar eyes repeat of career-changing triumph

Rory McIlroy has opened up on the role his Australian Open victory played in turning his career around, admitting he was at a “crossroads” before winning the Stonehaven Cup in 2013.

Fox Sports • Golf → 1 week ago

Fox Sports

‘Crazy’: A dark cloud hung over this golf star. He may have just saved his career

Tom Kim shot a sparkling final-round six-under 64 on Saturday to win golf gold at the Asian Games -- and avoid a long spell in South Korea’s military.

Fox Sports • Golf → 1 week ago

AFLAussie Rules

Sydney Morning Herald

Suns to land Hawks forward pair in wake of King deal as trade period reaches final stretch

Most of the big names fell last week, but the final three days of this year’s trade period will still provide some twists and turns.

●Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 13 hours ago

ABC Sport

Roos get past Dockers as Blues and Hawks taste victory

North Melbourne recovers from an early scare to beat Fremantle, while Carlton and Hawthorn triumph over Sydney and Brisbane respectively.

●ABC Sport • AFL → 14 hours ago

AFL

Nine things we learned: This Hawk is an All Australian lock

Gold Coast's half-backs are a major weapon, mindset matters for the Saints and more lessons from round nine.

●AFL • AFL → 14 hours ago

AFL

In case you missed it, R9: Dees stumble, Saints break through, race for eighth heats up

All the headlines and major talking points from AFLW round nine.

●AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

AFL

Where the 18 major trade deals sit with three days to go

Get the latest on where things stand on the major deals ahead of a frantic finish to the 2026 trade period.

●AFL • AFL → 16 hours ago

Fox Sports

What your AFL club has done this trade period... and what’s still to do with 72 hours remaining — Mega 18-team guide

It’s the beginning of the end for the 2026 AFL Trade Period, yet there’s still so much that could play out with your club ahead of Wednesday night’s deadline at Marvel Stadium.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 16 hours ago

The Guardian

Two Carlton players treated in hospital after off-season night out

Club issues brief statement about Lachie Cowan and Will Hayward, saying latter suffered minor cut to head after a fall.

●The Guardian • AFL → 17 hours ago

ABC Sport

Two Carlton AFL players hospitalised in Melbourne

The club has confirmed Lachie Cowan and Will Hayward have been admitted to hospital under separate circumstances.

●ABC Sport • AFL → 18 hours ago

AFL

Blues release statement after pair hospitalised following separate incidents

Carlton says Lachie Cowan and Will Hayward were hospitalised on Sunday morning.

●AFL • AFL → 18 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Two Carlton players hospitalised after separate incidents

Carlton players Will Hayward and Lachie Cowan have been involved in two separate incidents over the weekend, with both players ending up receiving treatment in hospital.

●Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 18 hours ago

Aussie Rules

AFL

Blues cruise past Swans to as good as lock in finals

Carlton has secured a third consecutive win as it ramps up premiership credentials.

●AFL • AFLW → 15 hours ago

AFL

Hawks move ahead of mid-ladder scrum with win over Lions

Hawthorn and Brisbane's finals hopes head in different directions after round nine result.

●AFL • AFLW → 17 hours ago

AFL

Roos' strong win leaves Dockers in big pack fighting for finals

North Melbourne has won three in a row and put Fremantle's top-eight hopes in jeopardy.

●AFL • AFLW → 18 hours ago

Fox Sports

Major update as Blues players taken to hospital after alleged overnight incidents named

Two Carlton players have attended hospital for medical care after separate incidents last night.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 19 hours ago

ABC Sport

Suns stamp AFLW top-four credentials as Crows rebound

Gold Coast Suns continue their run as the surprise packets of the AFLW season, consolidating their top-four spot with a victory over Melbourne.

ABC Sport • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

Every free agency compensation pick ever, and where they ended up

Take a look at the outcome of every free agency compensation pick ever.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

Your club's draft picks as the trade deadline looms

Check out the latest indicative draft order.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

Jake Stringer meets with former club in shock twist; hurdle in Pies’ pursuit — Trades wrap

After a dramatic day five of the AFL trade period that saw Zak Butters and Ben King officially reach the Western Bulldogs and Hawthorn respectively, plenty of deals are simmering along as 18 clubs prepare for a dramatic sprint to the finish line.

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AFL

A tall order: How Swans can cover the loss of star ruck Morphett

Sydney will have to get creative if it's to effectively cover the loss of star ruck Ally Morphett, writes Emily Patterson.

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AFL

Gold rush: Silky Suns scorch Dees to stamp flag credentials

Gold Coast wins its sixth game in a row to press its claims for a top-four spot.

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MotoGPMotorsport

MotoGP

Bezzecchi beats Fernandez in Mandalika as Martin returns to championship summit

The Italian keeps his title hopes alive with a first victory since Mugello, with Aprilia making history in Indonesia to see Marc Marquez finish outside of the top five.

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MotoGP

Aleix Espargaro withdraws from Indonesian GP

The Honda development rider won't complete the weekend in Indonesia, where he was subbing for the sidelined Joan Mir.

●MotoGP → 19 hours ago

MotoGP

Marc Marquez wins dramatic Mandalika Sprint, Martin loses the lead after rollercoaster ride to fourth

The #93 emerges victorious in Indonesia, with Turn 1 drama for Bezzecchi and a dramatic Saturday afternoon for Martin seeing a new championship leader take over on top.

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MotoGP

Fernandez clinches maiden MotoGP pole, Marc Marquez and Martin off front row

A fascinating qualifying unfolds in Indonesia as Bezzecchi and Di Giannantonio join the SuperFile Trackhouse star on the front row.

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MotoGP

Fernandez flies to P1 to beat Bezzecchi and Martin on Friday

Aprilia rule the Mandalika roost on Friday but it’s not the two title contenders with the upper hand.

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MotoGP

Bezzecchi leads Marc Marquez and Martin in Indonesia FP1

The top three in the championship rise to the top three in the opening session of the weekend on Lombok.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

MEDIA DAY DISPATCH: MotoGP ready to rock on Lombok

Indonesia’s tropical paradise gets set for the sound of MotoGP as Round 17 hones into view.

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MotoGP

MotoGP introduces new weekend format from 2027

Two grids. Two showdowns. One MotoGP. Fans can look forward to an even more spectacular weekend as Sprint qualifying arrives next season.

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MotoGP

Two points the gap as MotoGP’s 2026 thriller lands in Lombok

The latest Aprilia vs Ducati, Martin vs Marc Marquez chapter is ready to be unleashed as Round 17 brings us to the paradise of Indonesia.

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MotoGP

TIME SCHEDULE: Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia

Get the rundown of all the must-know times for our 17th stop of the season!.

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MLSFootball

Yahoo Sports

Messi scores twice in first match since Argentina goodbye

Major League Soccer. Inter Miami 4 - 0 DC United FT. Lionel Messi scored twice in his first match since retiring from international football in an emphatic win for Inter Miami against DC United.

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Yahoo Sports

Oliver Larraz scores a goal for 10-man Whitecaps in 1-1 tie with LAFC

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Oliver Larraz scored a goal for the 10-man Vancouver Whitecaps in a 1-1 tie with Los Angeles FC on Saturday night. Tristan Blackmon was shown a straight red card in the seventh minute and Vancouver played a man down the rest of the way.

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Yahoo Sports

Phillip scores in his 3rd consecutive game for Rapids in 1-1 tie with Earthquakes

COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (AP) — Donavan Phillip scored a goal in his third consecutive game for the Colorado Rapids in a 1-1 tie with the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday night. Phillip is the youngest player in club history to achieve the feat at 21 year, 279 days.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 17 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Four players score to back rookie Brian Schwake as Nashville rolls to 4-1 victory over Austin

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Nashville SC got goals from four different players to back rookie Brian Schwake, ending Austin FC's eight-match unbeaten streak with a 4-1 victory on Saturday night.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 18 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

André Luiz scores 2 goals for Sporting KC in 3-3 tie with Timbers

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — André Luiz scored two goals and became the first player in club history with seven goals in their first seven appearances for Sporting Kansas City in a 3-3 tie with the Portland Timbers on Saturday night.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 19 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Kevin Denkey scores two goals to spark Cincinnati to 3-1 victory over Atlanta United

ATLANTA (AP) — Kevin Denkey scored two goals after a scoreless first half and FC Cincinnati snapped a six-match winless streak with a 3-1 victory over Atlanta United on Saturday night. Denkey scored in the 52nd minute to give Cincinnati (9-9-9) a 1-0 lead.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 19 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Duncan McGuire scores stoppage-time goal for Dynamo in 2-2 tie with Minnesota

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Duncan McGuire scored in stoppage time for the Houston Dynamo on Saturday night in a 2-2 tie with Minnesota United. Minnesota (7-12-9), which snapped a five-game losing streak, is winless in seven straight.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 19 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Trio helps Union extend club-record unbeaten streak to 13 with 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake

CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Teenager Cavan Sullivan had assists on goals by Bruno Damiani and Milan Iloski to help the Philadelphia Union extend their club-record unbeaten streak to 13 with a 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake on Saturday night.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 19 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Jorge Ruvalcaba has 1 goal, 1 assist to help Red Bulls beat San Diego 4-1

HARRISON, N.J. (AP) — Jorge Ruvalcaba had a goal and an assist, Julian Hall, Devin Padelford and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting each added a goal, and the New York Red Bulls beat San Diego FC 4-1 on Saturday night. Ronald Donkor had two assists for the Red Bulls (10-12-6).

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 20 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Andrew Thomas helps Sounders extend unbeaten streak to 9 with 3-0 victory over Revolution

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Seattle got goals from Hassani Dotson, Dejan Joveljić and Paul Arriola to back a clean sheet from Andrew Thomas and the Sounders extended their unbeaten run to nine with a 3-0 victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday night.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 20 hours ago

AFLWAussie Rules

AFL

Crows keep faint finals hopes alive with commanding win over Tigers

Adelaide has bounced back from last week's Showdown loss to defeat Richmond by 32 points.

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AFL

Geelong's fab four feast on Giants in GMHBA demolition

Geelong has thumped GWS by 63 points for their eighth win in a row.

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AFL

'It's not when it suits': Dal Santo's parting message after Saints land first win

Nick Dal Santo has reflected on his coaching career and his decision to step down following his final game as St Kilda's AFLW coach.

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AFL

Port puts an end to Eagles' winning streak with gutsy scalp

Port Adelaide has held on for a narrow win over West Coast.

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AFL

Saints farewell Dal Santo with breakthrough win over Magpies

The Saints have delivered a win over the Pies in Nick Dal Santo's last game in charge.

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AFL

This Magpie plays her 100th game on Saturday. For the first time, her dad will be in the crowd

Sabrina Frederick's UK-based father will get to see her play for the first time when her Magpies take on St Kilda on Saturday.

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AFL

The heart and soul Saint keeping vibes high despite grim season

She may be unable to play for the remainder of the season, but Hannah Priest is keeping morale up at Moorabbin.

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AFL

How do you solve a problem like St Kilda? Our five-step proposal

St Kilda is undeniably in a slump, but there's a way out - it'll just take some bold calls, Sarah Black argues.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

'I've given my heart and soul': Out-of-contract Wood unfazed by uncertainty

Natalie Wood says she's not concerned about not having a contract past this season, despite the Bombers 1-8 start.

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AFL

Dogs make light work of Bombers to storm into top four

The Bulldogs kick off Pride Round with a 43-point win over Essendon.

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NBLBasketball

NBL

Revenge or restraint? Rucker’s test for the 36ers

Derek Rucker says the Adelaide 36ers must keep their emotions in check as they head to Sydney, desperate for revenge after last season’s Championship Series defeat.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Championship rematch is ‘personal’ for 36ers big man

Nick Rakocevic is playing the basketball of his life to open NBL27, but all he cares about is winning with the Adelaide 36ers, and that includes exacting revenge in his return to Sydney.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

United’s import is running riot in the paint

Josh Oduro is fast becoming Melbourne United’s dominant inside force in NBL27. Foul trouble is the only blemish on Oduro’s start, with the import averaging 4 per game through his first six NBL matches. Everything else is clicking.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Windler names best leader he’s ever had

Dylan Windler fired the Perth Wildcats to a fourth straight win, but the sharpshooter saved his loudest praise for his evergreen captain and believes the best is still to come.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

How to watch & talking points: Illawarra v Cairns

Illawarra Hawks v Cairns TaipansSunday, October 11, 5pm AEDTWIN Entertainment Centre>> Play Mega Rewards NBL Tipping for your chance to win cashHow to watchWatch every NBL27 game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scoresLive scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the free NBL App.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

How to watch & talking points: Sydney v Adelaide

Sydney Kings v Adelaide 36ersSunday, October 11, 3pm AEDTAfterpay Arena>> Play Mega Rewards NBL Tipping for your chance to win cashHow to watchWatch every NBL27 game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scoresLive scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the free NBL App.

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NBL

How Kings are defying championship hangover

It’s the biggest game of the season so far, and as a seven-time NBL champion, Brian Goorjian knows just how much Sunday afternoon’s Championship Series rematch means.

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NBL

Wildcats survive monster Mennenga night

The New Zealand Breakers were right up against it without Parker Jackson-Cartwright while the Perth Wildcats added Brandon Knight, but Sam Mennenga had a monster performance for the visitors before the home team pulled away to win 100-84. The Breakers were playing with just the one import, big man Charles Bediako, with Jackson-Cartwright sidelined with a lower-leg injury while Josiah-Jordan James is still out with a torn hamstring, and his replacement Nelson Weidemann yet to arrive.

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NBL

REPORT: Bullets star out for two months

The Brisbane Bullets will reportedly be without one of their star players for close to two months due to a quad injury.

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NBL

United overrun Phoenix in Throwdown

Josh Oduro was a dominant presence inside and Sam Waardenburg came up huge in the fourth quarter for Melbourne United to battle back from an early 15-point deficit to beat the South East Melbourne Phoenix 104-99. It was the second Throwdown already of NBL27 at John Cain Arena with Melbourne having won the first encounter 86-61, but the Phoenix came out soaring on Saturday night to open up a 15-point first half lead.

NBL → 2 days ago

A-LeagueFootball

The Guardian

South Melbourne make history with Australia Cup win that could change the future too

South Melbourne defeat Melbourne Victory 4-3 on penalties (1-1 aet) to cap night of celebration and become first non-A-League club to win the cup. It was remarkable. It was incredible.

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The Guardian

Old soccer meets new football: Australia Cup final heaves with significance

South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory clash on what promises to be a ‘special and historic night’ and in a triumph of the competition’s concept. One club represents new football, a keystone entity in the contentious reboot of Australia’s round ball game 21 years ago.

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The Guardian

A-Leagues launch clouded by Manchester City cheating scandal as APL vows to review findings

Australia’s football season to begin under a pall as Melbourne City shares owners with the Premier League giant found guilty of unprecedented breaches . The Premier League’s finding that Manchester City is guilty of breaching financial rules is already rippling across the football world, overshadowing Wednesday’s launch of the Australian domestic season in Sydney.

The Guardian • A-League → 2 weeks ago

The Guardian

Cloud hangs over Australian football with referees still on strike weeks out from A-Leagues opener

There are serious concerns about how the stand-off between FA, APL and the referees’ union will impact the start of the new season. There is a common saying that the best refereeing performance is the one nobody notices.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 weeks ago

Fox Sports

A-League bombshell as longest-serving coach exits club on eve of new season

Macarthur FC has been rocked by a major coaching change on the eve of the new A-League season, with long-time head coach Mile Sterjovski departing the club by mutual agreement.

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Fox Sports

‘Coming undone’: Disastrous A-League sign as own goals spark horror twin ‘Cupsets’

Two A-League clubs have been sent packing on a shocking evening of Australia Cup action, continuing a disastrous run for the country’s most powerful teams.

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The Guardian

Players hit out at A-Leagues’ conduct over pay offer: ‘Continues to erode trust’

A-League officials have been accused of negotiating in bad faith by speaking to the media within hours of their latest pay offer, as the players’ union said the conduct “continues to erode … trust”. The men’s and women’s competitions remain without a bargaining agreement two months before the start of the new season.

The Guardian • A-League → 2 months ago

The Guardian

Xabi Alonso plays down Welbeck and Henderson moves after Chelsea win

Xabi Alonso refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, but said he was looking to build a squad that had “proper balance”. Chelsea are understood to be in talks over a surprise move to sign the 35-year-old Welbeck from Brighton, with the club also reportedly interested in signing the 36-year-old Henderson from Brentford.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

The Guardian

Canberra United’s A-League Women future secured as date set for Men’s team entry

The future of Canberra United has been secured, with a new owner found for the two-time A-League Women champions. After two years of uncertainty, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) announced on Friday that Australian Sports Group (ASG) has taken charge of Canberra’s licence.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

The Guardian

Strike action threatens new A-League season as post-World Cup glow again fades too fast

Stalled CBA negotiations have cast a pall over the game in Australia when it might be harnessing interest around the Socceroos’ World Cup run . The heartbreak from the Socceroos’ penalty shootout defeat to Egypt and exit from the World Cup is still raw, but normal programming in Australian football is starting to resume.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Front Office Sports

Mike Repole Invests in Kentucky Derby Owner Amid Push for Change

Mike Repole is putting his money where his mouth is on improving horse racing. The beverage entrepreneur announced on social media Thursday that he has purchased one million shares in Churchill Downs Inc., which owns the Kentucky Derby.

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Sportslogos.net

What’s Known About the NHL’s Hometown Remix Uniforms So Far…

All 32 teams get a Hometown Remix uniform this season, and while none have been revealed yet, the schedules, teases, and more are piling up. We're tracking it all right here, team by team.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

QMJHL’s Saint John Sea Dogs Debut New Black Alternate Jerseys vs. Rouyn-Noranda Friday

After having to wait most of last season for their new home and road jerseys from Under Armour, the Saint John Sea Dogs will be able to debut their new alternate jerseys on time tonight.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Baby Buds Bloom Again: QMJHL’s Newfoundland Regiment to Sport St. John’s Maple Leafs Throwbacks

The Newfoundland Regiment are marking their home arena’s silver anniversary by donning special throwback jerseys honouring one of their city’s historic hockey franchises.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Front Office Sports

Royals $3 Billion Ballpark Development Gets Key Approval

The Royals are officially moving to downtown Kansas City after city officials approved bonding to support a $3 billion ballpark and mixed-use development.

Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Mavs’ Cooper Flagg Unveils ‘Tree-Riffic’ New Personal Logo with New Balance

The reigning Rookie of the Year has his own logo. Cooper Flagg and New Balance revealed a triangular "CF" mark with a pine tree forming the edge of the "C" in honour of Flagg's Maine roots.

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Front Office Sports

Filing Details Jeanie Buss’s Side Deal to Remain Lakers Governor

When Mark Walter bought a controlling stake in the Lakers from the Buss family last year, there was a notable wrinkle: Jeanie Buss would stay on as team governor and oversee day-to-day operations. At first, it wasn’t clear what that meant, nor was it disclosed how Walter would facilitate it.

Front Office Sports • Deals → 3 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Utah Utes Unveil New Hand-Painted Helmets For Inaugural “White Out”

The Utes are 8-1 all-time in hand-painted helmets, though this will be the first version to feature a white base after previously using black, gray or red. The post Utah Utes Unveil New Hand-Painted Helmets For Inaugural “White Out” appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

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Front Office Sports

Caitlin Clark Wants Mitchell Back With Fever Despite Fan Comments

Caitlin Clark made it very clear: She wants Kelsey Mitchell back on the Indiana Fever. Speaking in her exit press conference Thursday, Clark said that the Fever’s No. 1 priority in the offseason should be re-signing the four-time All-Star.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 3 days ago

Sportslogos.net

PWHL Rolls Out Jerseys for Expansion Teams in Detroit, Hamilton, Las Vegas, San Jose

With about two months until the puck drops on the 2026-27 season, the Professional Women’s Hockey League has rolled out what its four new expansion teams will be wearing when they take the ice.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

WNBABasketball

Andscape

WNBA legend Tina Charles is the New York Liberty’s all-time leading scorer. She’s also its newest intern.

NEW YORK — During a stoppage in Game 2 of the New York Liberty’s first-round WNBA playoff series against the Minnesota Lynx last week, the jumbotron showed Liberty legend Tina Charles, prompting a roar from the sellout crowd at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

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Andscape

Close bond between Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard underscores Atlanta Dream’s success and their own

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… In the second quarter of a July game against the Golden State Valkyries, Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray defended forward Cecilia Zandalasini as she tried to cut across the court.

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Andscape

Veronica Burton: The Golden State Valkyries’ love and respect for each other shows on and off court

Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton’s friendships with teammates — particularly fellow guard Kaitlyn Chen – have become an important part of her second season with the franchise.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 weeks ago

Andscape

Norfolk State alum Diamond Johnson’s goal is the WNBA. The Upshot League may help her get there.

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… For former Norfolk State standout Diamond Johnson, every game she played over the summer in Upshot, a new domestic professional women’s basketball league, offered a chance to show she belongs in the WNBA. The Upshot League, which finished its inaugural season late last month, includes a mix of international players, WNBA alums and former college stars such as Johnson.

Andscape • WNBA → 3 weeks ago

Andscape

Awa Fam and Dominique Malonga are focused on the present, but their future in Seattle looks bright

NEW YORK — Awa Fam and Dominique Malonga prefer not to talk too extensively about what’s on the horizon for the Seattle Storm. They would rather focus on what they can see, even as they endure a disappointing 8-31 season, as if to temper their excitement about what comes next.

Andscape • WNBA → 1 month ago

Andscape

For Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton, family has always been a constant source of support

Long before Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton became a professional basketball player, her family taught her the value of discipline and hard work. She grew up with a sports legacy that spans multiple generations.

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Andscape

Nneka Ogwumike always looked out for the WNBA like family, and now it is growing thanks to her care

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… If there’s one thing to know about Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, it’s that she doesn’t play about her family.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago

Andscape

Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin’s belief in her game has never faltered. Others now believe, too.

The first trait many people notice about Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin is her fiery red hair, which makes her easily identifiable on a basketball court. After a conversation with Austin, the second, surely, is her unwavering confidence. “I just know the type of player that I can be.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago

Andscape

Mychal ‘the Librarian’ Threets embraces his passions for books and women’s basketball to promote both

While warming up for a home game with the Las Vegas Aces in 2024, forward Alysha Clark couldn’t believe who was sitting courtside. “I stopped and I was like, ‘Oh my God, it’s Mychal,’” said Clark, now a member of the Dallas Wings.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago

Andscape

GRWM: Here are ESPN analyst Monica McNutt’s must-have items for WNBA All-Star Weekend

CHICAGO — WNBA All-Star Weekend may last only a few days, but for broadcasters such as ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt, there’s little downtime.

Andscape • WNBA → 3 months ago

Netball

ABC Sport

Sarah Sutter was an inaugural Thunderbird. Now her daughter is making history

Jazmin Mckay has joined the Adelaide Thunderbirds as the club's inaugural mother-daughter signing, following in the footsteps of her mother, a dual premiership T-Bird and gold medal winning Diamond player.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 week ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds name Klau for Constellation Cup squad

Diamonds goalkeeper Sarah Klau is named in Australia's squad for the Constellation Cup, despite being sanctioned by the sport's national governing body.

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ABC Sport

First Nations netballers driving change, bringing cultural safety

Netball has long lacked Indigenous representation at the elite level. The introduction of the First Nations Tournament and Black Swans are some measures the code is taking to address cultural safety.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Netballer fined after unprecedented assault charge

Diamonds defender Sarah Klau is handed a $5,000 fine and a suspended two-game ban after pleading guilty to assault and failing to disclose the incident prior to the Commonwealth Games. But she'll still be eligible to play at the Constellation Cup.

ABC Sport • Netball → 4 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Netball team's emotion-filled win after player killed in car crash

An A-grade netball team in Victoria's Wimmera region has won a high-emotion grand final after one of its most talented young players died in a car crash this week.

ABC Sport • Netball → 4 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Australian talent is the biggest loser in Super Netball signings

Several Australians miss out on playing contracts in the world's best league as New Zealand's competition collapses.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

Netball's uniform debacle hints at bigger problem for women in sport

Swifts netballer and professional nutritionist Teigan O'Shannassy says uniform problems are just one of the many difficulties elite female athletes struggling with body image issues face.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

Pay war on ice as Australia's netball stars sign truce

Australia's Super Netball players will receive better pay and more time off under a new 12-month deal, but they eventually want a revenue-sharing model.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds win bronze medal with an eye to greater things for netball

Australia's loss to Jamaica in the Commonwealth Games semifinal was heartbreaking for the players, who then had to get back up to claim bronze less than a day later. But it may be the best thing for the sport of netball.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

Pure shock as Diamonds fumble Australia's most anticipated gold medal

The Diamonds will miss the Commonwealth Games gold medal match for the first time after a shock semifinal loss to Jamaica, in front of a crowd baying for Australia's downfall.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago