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Dane locks in title defence after Open thriller

Dane locks in title defence after Open thriller

With an appreciation for the history of the Australian Open, champion Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen says he'll be back to defend his crown alongside Rory McIlroy.

Bragging rights secured as Spirit see off Flyers

Bragging rights secured as Spirit see off Flyers

Bragging rights secured as Spirit see off Flyers

Bragging rights secured as Spirit see off Flyers

The Bendigo Spirit have overcome a scare from the Southside Melbourne Flyers to win a sixth successive match, but their coach isn't getting ahead of himself.

Sobey stars as Phoenix deal United Throwdown thrashing

Sobey stars as Phoenix deal United Throwdown thrashing

Sobey stars as Phoenix deal United Throwdown thrashing

Sobey stars as Phoenix deal United Throwdown thrashing

Melbourne United coach Dean Vickerman made a huge statement with his starting five but it failed to yield dividends in a shock 25-point loss to the Phoenix.

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Great Dane denies Smith in epic Australian Open duel

Great Dane denies Smith in epic Australian Open duel

Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen has dashed Cameron Smith's Australian Open dream in a thrilling climax at Royal Melbourne.

Victoria pull off brilliant late run chase in Shield

Victoria pull off brilliant late run chase in Shield

Unheralded opener Blake Macdonald has posted a maiden first-class century to guide Victoria to a thrilling six-wicket win against Western Australia at the MCG.

McIlroy says schedule still a factor in Open appeal

McIlroy says schedule still a factor in Open appeal

Superstar Rory McIlroy says the Australian Open has all of the ingredients to attract the world's best golfers but scheduling still limits its appeal.

Canberra overcome illness and deficit to win thriller

Canberra overcome illness and deficit to win thriller

The UC Capitals have won a 76-75 tussle against the Geelong Venom, courtesy of a courageous double-double by Opal Zitina Aokuso.

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'Incredible': Kyrgios hails tennis Demon's divine year

'Incredible': Kyrgios hails tennis Demon's divine year

'Incredible': Kyrgios hails tennis Demon's divine year

'Incredible': Kyrgios hails tennis Demon's divine year

Nick Kyrgios is in awe of a tennis countryman who is set to claim a fourth Newcombe Medal on Monday night.

No better place: Open glory beckons revitalised Smith

No better place: Open glory beckons revitalised Smith

No better place: Open glory beckons revitalised Smith

No better place: Open glory beckons revitalised Smith

After a horror 2024 Australian Open which kicked off a year to forget, Cameron Smith has the national title in sight after a timely return to form.

Scorchers book final spot with Renegades defence over

Scorchers book final spot with Renegades defence over

Scorchers book final spot with Renegades defence over

Scorchers book final spot with Renegades defence over

Beth Mooney's flawless 94no has led Perth to victory in their must-win game against Brisbane, ensuring the Scorchers will play finals again in the WBBL.

Marsh fails again as rain halts Victoria's charge

Marsh fails again as rain halts Victoria's charge

Marsh fails again as rain halts Victoria's charge

Marsh fails again as rain halts Victoria's charge

Less than 30 overs were bowled at the MCG on Saturday, but Mitch Marsh was dismissed cheaply in that period in a blow to his hopes of a Test cameo.

Smith back to form in big Australian Open title bid

Smith back to form in big Australian Open title bid

Smith back to form in big Australian Open title bid

Smith back to form in big Australian Open title bid

Cameron Smith feels there's no place like home with the former world No.2 finding some timely form to challenge for his first Australian Open title.

Banana peel trips up superstar McIlroy's Open hopes

Banana peel trips up superstar McIlroy's Open hopes

Banana peel trips up superstar McIlroy's Open hopes

Banana peel trips up superstar McIlroy's Open hopes

Drawcard Rory McIlroy wants to finish with a bang after his hopes of challenging for for a second Australian Open title were derailed by a banana peel.

South crowned inaugural Australian Championship winners

South crowned inaugural Australian Championship winners

South crowned inaugural Australian Championship winners

South crowned inaugural Australian Championship winners

Goals from Manny Aguek and Marco Jankovic have allowed South Melbourne to see off historic rivals Marconi and claim the first Australian Championship title.

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Open buzzing as star Australian trio chase leaders

With 50,000 fans expected in the next two days and Min Woo Lee leading the local charge, Cameron Smith says the Australian Open has regained its lofty status.

Hole in Adelaide pitch complicates WBBL finals puzzle

The Adelaide-Hobart WBBL match has had to be abandoned after a ball went under the roller during the innings break, creating a hole in the pitch.

Victory stunned as Canberra sink rivals in Melbourne

Melbourne Victory striker Kennedy White has continued her barnstorming goalscoring run, but it wasn't nearly enough to avoid a shock defeat to Canberra.

Old-timer shines bright to eclipse MVP battle

Bendigo have dealt Geelong their third consecutive WNBL loss as star Kelsey Griffin mixed style with substance to secure a comfortable victory.

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Aussie stars light up the Open as McIlroy hangs tough

Australian superstars Min Woo Lee, Adam Scott and Cameron Smith are all within two shots of the lead at the halfway mark of the Australian Open.

Diamonds from the rough see McIlroy still standing

Rory McIlroy has avoided disappointing 50,000 Australian Open golf fans with the global superstar recovering from a rare air swing to make the halfway cut.

Child sex survivor's message after abuser found guilty

Child sex abuse victim and advocate Manny Waks has urged other victim-survivors to take their allegations to police after a jury convicted his abuser.

Victoria racing towards another big Shield win

Victoria have inflicted a late, major blow on day two of their Sheffield Shield clash at the MCG, leaving Western Australia struggling in their second innings.

Positive male roles highlighted in push to end violence

Men have important and influential roles in promoting healthy attitudes towards women to help prevent violence against them, AFL captains and male leaders say.

Rapist from high-profile family remanded into custody

A man from a high-profile family has lost his freedom amid emotional courtroom scenes after being convicted of raping a woman inside his own home.

Carlton make brutal call on former AFLW captain

Former Carlton captain Kerryn Peterson sat out the 2025 AFLW season after having her first child and the Blues have made a brutal call on the defender.

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