A late Rob Horne try helped Australia snatch a 24-23 win over South Africa in their Rugby Championship Test in Perth.
Serena Williams has steamrollered her way into the US Open final, thrashing Ekaterina Makarova in straight sets.
Former world No.1 Caroline Wozniacki booked a return to the US Open final as Peng Shuai retired after suffering cramps.
Hawthorn is two wins away from back-to-back premierships after beating Geelong by 36 points at the MCG.
Winter Olympian Callum Watson faces a financial fight on his road to recovery after a freak skiing incident.
Melbourne secured its place in the NRL finals and climbed into the top four with a 22-12 victory over Brisbane.
Richmond midfielder Daniel Jackson has announced his immediate retirement on the eve of the AFL finals.