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Why Nadal v Federer final MUST happen
IF it doesn’t happen now we’ll never see it again: Roger Federer battling Rafael Nadal in a grand slam final. They’ve had 34 matches over 13 years. Here are six of the best.
Key defender sticks with Roar
BRISBANE Roar have received a huge boost before a demanding week of football, with Luke DeVere committing to the club for two more years.
The absurd feat Williams sisters pulled off
HOW Venus and Serena Williams started playing tennis growing up in one of America’s toughest places is incredible. What they have done since is ridiculous.
Moeen cramps India’s style as Poms claim T20I win
EOIN Morgan heaped praise on England’s bowlers after Moeen Ali’s superb spell set up a seven-wicket win over India in the Twenty20 international in Kanpur.
Moeen cramps India’s style as Poms claim T20I win
EOIN Morgan heaped praise on England’s bowlers after Moeen Ali’s superb spell set up a seven-wicket win over India in the Twenty20 international in Kanpur.
Head’s century ‘for Hughesy’
VISIBLY moved Australian opener Travis Head dedicated his maiden international hundred against Pakistan to close mate and former Test batsman Phillip Hughes.
Warner’s list of shattered records
DAVID Warner didn’t just shatter Pakistan hearts in Adelaide, several cricket records were sent packing as well, courtesy of his devastating batting display.
Williams snub: ‘I don’t care at all’
NOT every tennis star will be watching the Australian Open final, with one player handing a cheeky snub to the Williams sisters.
Australia’s Day as Warner runs riot
PAKISTAN have missed opportunities this summer, but paid the ultimate price in Adelaide as David Warner compiled a historic innings.
What was Mrs Federer wearing?
ROGER Federer charged into the Australian Open final but it was his wife Mirka’s “eurotrash” number that stole the spotlight.
Why Nadal v Federer final MUST happen
IF it doesn’t happen now we’ll never see it again: Roger Federer battling Rafael Nadal in a grand slam final. They’ve had 34 matches over 13 years. Here are six of the best.
The absurd feat Williams sisters pulled off
HOW Venus and Serena Williams started playing tennis growing up in one of America’s toughest places is incredible. What they have done since is ridiculous.
‘I am his No. 1 fan — his game is tremendous’
WHAT does Roger Federer think about a potential Australian Open finals match-up with Rafael Nadal? Plus get the latest from Fed’s amazing five set win over Stan Wawrinka.
Federer pays tribute to Aussie greats
FOLLOWING his win over Stan Wawrinka, Roger Federer paid tribute to a host of Australian tennis greats in his post-match media conference.
Basketballer’s eye poked out of socket
AKIL Mitchell’s teammates were visibly distressed after his eye was left dangling out of its socket. WARNING: Graphic vision.
‘I went from 54kg to 36kg in six weeks’
A BATTLE with anorexia put Alexa in hospital but after a stunning transformation she now has one million Instagram followers.
Dark side of Aus Open’s feel-good story
AS MIRJANA Lucic-Baroni broke down in tears after reaching the semi-finals, she swore to tell her life story one day. What we already know is horrifying.
Peephole victim reveals hidden suffering
ERIN Andrews was awarded $74 million after a stalker secretly filmed her nude and leaked the footage. Her hardest trial was still to come.
Key defender sticks with Roar
BRISBANE Roar have received a huge boost before a demanding week of football, with Luke DeVere committing to the club for two more years.
Sydney FC can be simply the best: Arnie
SYDNEY FC coach Graham Arnold is not content with what looks a near certain Premier’s Plate, he’s challenged his side to become “the best A-League team in history”.
How do you stop an unstoppable force?
IT’S the answer every A-League side has been searching for and 17 rounds later they are none the wiser. So, is there a secret to beating Sydney FC? The short answer is NO!
Video: Brilliant Ibini puts Sydney 11 points clear
BERNIE Ibini came off the bench to hand Sydney FC a 2-1 win over Melbourne Victory in their Australia Day 1 v 2 blockbuster. Here are the moments that mattered.
Cavaliers suffer third straight shock loss
THE Cleveland Cavaliers suffered their third straight loss, Marc Gasol had a huge game for the Grizzlies, while Andrew Bogut made his return from injury. It’s all in the NBA Wrap.
Stadium a symbol of American decay
IT WAS once a shining beacon of hope but after being abandoned four years ago this dome stands unused, awaiting demolition.
Exum handed All-Star Weekend boost
DANTE Exum is amid a difficult season with the Utah Jazz but just got a Rising Stars Challenge pick for NBA All-Star Weekend. The line-ups are absolutely stacked.
Patty Mills’ hot shooting stretch continues
PATTY Mills’ hot scoring stretch continued, the Wizards got the best of the Celtics in the league’s oddest rivalry, and 76ers remain hot despite missing their star. It’s all in the NBA Wrap!
Big Ben may have thrown final pass
WITH his Pittsburgh Steelers now out of Super Bowl contention, quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is hinting he may retire from the NFL at the age of 34.
Watch: MotoGP testing underway for 2017
VIDEO: MotoGP’s winter break is over! The bikes have hit the track for the first time for 2017 in Malaysia as teams kick off pre-season testing.
Burning questions: ‘Seismic changes’ for F1
F1 WAS already set for a new era on the track in 2017 before this week’s management reshuffle. These are the burning questions as F1 enters the post-Bernie era.
F1’s new ‘seismic changes’ explained
F1 WILL never be the same again. This season will see the start of a period of innovation and change, and not just on the track.
New Godzilla arrives for Bathurst 12 Hour
A BRAND new Godzilla is set to be unleashed on Mount Panorama for next weekend’s Liqui Moly Bathurst 12 Hour.
Dogs claim AFLW warm-up win over Pies
COLLINGWOOD and the Western Bulldogs have put on an entertaining display in their AFL Women’s warm-up at Olympic Park. PICTURE SPECIAL
From Bundaberg to the big time for Lion
FROM Bundaberg to the big time. Inaugural Brisbane Lions captain Emma Zielke has come from rugby heartland to become an AFL star.
‘Next four weeks really big for me’
LANCE Franklin is ready to attack Sydney’s JLT Community Series campaign after recovering from shoulder surgery quicker than expected.
‘Footy like you’ve never seen it’
EXCLUSIVE: The AFL Commission has approved a significant rule change for the inaugural women’s competition with some 80 per cent of players supporting the alteration.
Broncos baby boom under way
THE Brisbane Broncos baby boom of 2017 has begun after forward Adam Blair and his wife Jess welcomed their second son into the world.
Axe hangs over QRL’s Betros
PETER Betros’ reign as QRL chairman could come to an end on Friday as the board prepare for a leadership challenge.
Broncos recruit receives good injury news
BRISBANE Broncos recruit David Mead has received positive news after he was forced off the training paddock earlier in the week due to a knee injury.
Dressing room phone ban is ‘stupid’
TITANS star Nathan Peats has labelled an impending ban on mobile phone in dressing rooms as ‘stupid’.
Kon’nichiwa! Rebels strengthen Japanese ties
THE Japanese influence on the Melbourne Rebels continues to grow, with the Super Rugby club signing Kentaro Kodama from the Panasonic Wild Knights.
Tahs on show! Izzy leads NSW Test stars
ISRAEL Folau is a definite starter in the Brisbane Tens and NSW coach Daryl Gibson intends to honour commitments to field other Wallabies players as well.
Reason why Phipps re-signed with ARU
OFFERED a contract to play in England, Nick Phipps admits he considered joining the Europe-bound hordes but one thing kept getting in the way.
Brutal test that proved Green was back
SMASHING a recently retired ex-Wallaby so hard “he got air” was the final tick of approval for Aussie sevens star Ellia Green to return at the Sydney Sevens.
Time to face the music
JOE Pride insists Kuro and Ball Of Muscle are meeting Music Magnate at the best possible time as the trainer dares to dream of knocking off the odds-on pop on Saturday.
Brown back on familiar turf
COREY Brown, who will resume riding in Sydney on Saturday after 3½ years abroad, would have spent just five weeks in Singapore if it wasn’t for a bit of advice from Joao Moreira.
Property’s stocks rise after booming win
A MOB of youngsters share favouritism for the Blue Diamond after Thursday’s two heats, which set an intriguing, albeit still early, storyline for Victoria’s premier juvenile race.
You beauty! Moraitis lauds Destiny’s Kiss
OWNER Nick Moraitis paid tribute to his warhorse Destiny’s Kiss after the eight-year-old passed the $1m prizemoney mark with a typically brave win at Randwick.
Stable watch: Inside mail for Rosehill
TOMMY Berry concedes Showtime will have to be at his absolute best to knock off Menari in the Group 3 Canonbury Stakes at Rosehill.
Good signs for Tiger’s return to golf at Torrey Pines
TIGER Woods’ record at Torrey Pines is better than the PGA Tour careers of every player in the field except for Mickelson, Johnson, Day and Harrington.
Tiger: what Jason Day did in 2016 was awesome
TIGER Woods has given a glowing endorsement of world No.1 Jason Day, claiming the Aussie star could be poised to play some of his best golf in his 30s.
‘There’s no bulls*** with her’
RORY McIlroy has revealed how he met his stunning new fiancee — and why he dramatically called off his engagement to tennis star Caroline Wozniacki.
Brett ready to take on the pros
MELBOURNE’S Brett Coletta has taken the plunge and ended his stellar amateur career. But it won’t be until he tees off in the Singapore Open that it sinks in he’s finally a professional golfer.
59! Rising star’s historic round
VIDEO: In-form American Justin Thomas made eagle on the final hole to secure a slice of history at the PGA’S Sony Open in Hawaii.
How Horn can give Pacquiao shock of his life
MANNY Pacquiao is one of boxing’s all-time greats — but there is one thing he can’t fight that could open the door for Jeff Horn to score a huge upset.
Cormier vs Johnson II UFC clash revived
THE long-anticipated rematch between Daniel Cormier and Anthony Johnson for the UFC light-heavyweight championship has just been locked in.
Mundine fighting with history
CRUSHING Danny Green at Adelaide Oval is about more than just winning — it’s about culture and heritage, says Anthony Mundine.
Rousey makes rare public appearance
RONDA Rousey has been in hiding since her devastating defeat late last year. But there was one thing she couldn’t miss.
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Flames star’s clutch play sinks Capitals
CAPTAIN Belinda Snell and Opals star Leilani Mitchell helped lift the Flames to a thrilling 77-75 victory over the Canberra Capitals.
Irishman shoots down Aussie pocket rocket
IRISHMAN Sam Bennett upset favourite Caleb Ewan in the inaugural Race Melbourne, while the Kirsten Wild-Chloe Hosking rivalry added to its history.
Irishman shoots down Aussie pocket rocket
IRISHMAN Sam Bennett upset favourite Caleb Ewan in the inaugural Race Melbourne, while the Kirsten Wild-Chloe Hosking rivalry added to its history.
