Gunston ruled out of semi-final

5:38 PM   Hawthorn has lost forward Jack Gunston for the sudden-death semi-final against Adelaide on Friday night.

What's happening in centre of footy universe?

Peter Hanlon 11:29 PM   West Coast and Fremantle are in the box seat, but until then they're waiting ... and waiting.

Police ban Nikolic from all Vic racetracks

Patrick Bartley, Nick McKenzie and Richard Baker 9:12 PM   EXCLUSIVE One of Australia's most controversial jockeys, Danny Nikolic, has been barred from all Victorian racecourses by new chief police commissioner Graham Ashton.

Worsfold decision key to Crows' plans: Bickley

Jon Pierik 3:27 PM   AFL Former Adelaide Crows captain Mark Bickley believes John Worsfold's future could ultimately decide whether Scott Camporeale remains as senior coach next season.

Protectionist heads weights for Cup

Michael Lynch 7:12 PM   HORSE RACING The former German-trained stayer Protectionist, last year's Melbourne Cup winner, will have to make history of sorts if he is to go back to back in this year's renewal.

Faulkner eyes future selection

Andrew Drummond 3:43 PM   CRICKET ​All-rounder James Faulkner is moving on from the dramas of his latest off-season, which saw him suspended from the Australian side for drink-driving in the United Kingdom.

US media offer few favours for Hayne

David Sygall 8:23 PM   AMERICAN FOOTBALL The US media has given Jarryd Hayne a cool reception after his NFL debut, as the excitement of the rookie Australian's pre-season gives way to the reality of competition.

More talks between FFA and union

Michael Lynch and Larissa Nicholson 6:59 PM   SOCCER Football Federation Australia boss David Gallop and his soccer players union counterpart Adam Vivian are set for further talks on Wednesday to try and resolve the multi-layered pay and conditions dispute.

MCC introduces new membership category

Ronny Lerner 11:53 AM   The Melbourne Cricket Club has voted in favour of the introduction of a new "provisional" membership category in response to their ever-growing waiting list.

Bombers meet Gold Coast ruckman Zac Smith

Jake Niall 7:56 PM   Essendon is meeting Gold Coast ruckman Zac Smith this week, as the Bombers seek to bring in a ruckman in the forthcoming trade period.

Uncapped Ansari in England Test squad

11:59 PM   Uncapped Surrey all-rounder Zafar Ansari was named in England's squad on Tuesday for the forthcoming three-Test series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates.

Groth pumped for crucial Davis Cup doubles

3:43 PM   Davis Cup doubles doesn't come any bigger than Saturday's must-win showdown between Australia and Great Britain in Glasgow.

Greek captain Katsounaris to join Heidelberg

Michael Lynch 6:36 PM   The magic of the Cup usually takes place on the field. But Heidelberg United have produced a fairy tale ahead of their FFA Cup quarter final against Melbourne City whether they win lose or draw.

All Blacks wrap fences in plastic to stop spying

Toby Robson 2:06 PM   The All Blacks are going to extraordinary steps to stop their training sessions being watched by outsiders.

Big Air: Jordan's astronomical earning power

Tom Decent 11:50 AM   Michael Jordan made a ridiculous amount of money in his basketball career for the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards, but it pales in significance to his earning power today.

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Els back in Australia for the Masters

Matt Murnane 8:32 AM   Four-time major champion and former world No.1 Ernie Els has been secured for the Australian Masters at Huntingdale.

Murrihy wants tighter security after attack

Adam Pengilly 4:45 PM   Racing NSW's chief steward Ray Murrihy has asked the Australian Turf Club to tighten security afforded to jockeys as the culprit who vandalised Tye Angland's vehicle at Rosehill on Saturday remains unidentified.

Thomas out of world championships

8:44 PM   Geraint Thomas has joined Team Sky colleague Chris Froome in pulling out of the World Road Race Championships in Virginia starting this weekend, saying he is not physically up to it.

Sam Kasiano and Kane Evans set to reprise season's biggest hit

Adrian Proszenko 1:37 AM   Prepare for Sam Kasiano versus Kane Evans all over again.

Australian flag triggers Hayne's emotion

Michael Chammas 7:18 PM   AMERICAN FOOTBALL Jarryd Hayne hasn't allowed emotion to derail his NFL ambitions, but for a fleeting moment after seeing the Australian flag in the crowd at Levi's Stadium, those emotions came to the surface.

Coach denies Hayne taken off due to fumble

Michael Chammas 6:36 PM   AMERICAN FOOTBALL San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Tomsula insists the decision to take Jarryd Hayne off punt return duties in the second quarter wasn't because of the Australian's first-touch jitters.

Hayne's hellish start to his NFL career

Michael Chammas 5:52 PM   AMERICAN FOOTBALL After a terrible start, Jarryd Hayne bounced back in his NFL debut.

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How Hayne took NRL to the world

Andrew Webster 4:27 PM   AMERICAN FOOTBALL The Hayne Plane might have made a mistake with his first touch in the NFL, but his influence means much more

Dallas most valuable sports franchise

Danielle Rendina 1:53 PM   AMERICAN FOOTBALL Forbes magazine, in its annual NFL team valuations, estimated the franchise is now worth $4 billion.