Serena Williams wins Australian final against sister Venus

SERENA Williams is a grand slam champion for the 23rd time in her career.

Ex-Reds youth hoping to help topple former side

Conor Coady of Wolverhampton Wanderers runs with the ball.

Wolves' Conor Coady aiming to cause an FA Cup shock.

Dream becomes reality as Mi Mi flies with Firebirds

Jemma Mi Mi used to dismiss her chances of one day playing for the Queensland Firebirds.

Rising star puts hand up for Super Netball side

Roar boss plays down Maclaren fitness concerns

Jamie Maclaren of the Brisbane Roar controls the ball.

Socceroos striker had limited involvement in training session.

Mariners wary of Castro threat

Diego Castro of the Perth Glory.

Paul Okon says Glory attack one of the best in the competition.

Can Sky Blues handle the pressure?

Sydney FC coach Graham Arnold reacts following a win.

Sydney FC coach Graham Arnold is pumping up his team.

'I've beaten better fighters than him'

Australian boxer Danny Green speaks to the media.

Danny Green looking forward to "punishing” Anthony Mundine.

Mitchell Pearce dreaming of Origin recall

Mitchell Pearce in action for the Roosters.

Roosters halfback has a new outlook on both life and his career.

Women loving the chance to work in AFL environment

Brisbane Lions women's AFL player Sharni Webb.

Players embarking on quest to become a part of a watershed year.

Your ultimate guide to the NRL pre-season

WORLD'S BEST: The North Queensland Cowboys celebrate after defeating the Leeds Rhinos 38-4 in last year's World Club Series.

We give you the full run-down in the lead-up to the season.

8 shocking first-round Australian Open defeats

World number One Lleyton Hewitt expresses frustration on his way to being defeated by Alberto Martin of Spain during their first round match at the 2002 Australian Open

20 years of Melbourne Park boilovers

Porte feeling positive about Tour success

Australia's Richie Porte rides during the 18th stage of the 2016 Tour de France.

Aussie has paid his dues and knows 2017 could be his time.

WATCH: Knowles talks hockey, family, career and the future

Mark Knowles in Rockhampton.

Knowles sets sights on Commonwealth Games on Gold Coast in 2018

Daly's cherry is back on top of Eagles' cake

Sea Eagles captain Daly Cherry-Evans.

No doubt there are still critics of Cherry-Evans.

Video assistants must help our referees

POINTED CRITICISM: Melbourne Victory striker Besart Berisha gestures to the video screen after being shown a red card by referee Chris Beath against the Brisbane Roar at AAMI Park on Friday night.

The A-League will be trialling a video referee in round 25.

Gloves off as NRL stinks of double standards

Chris Sandow is to face court over his New Year's Day stoush.

Sandow is due to appear in court today

Brosque worthy of Socceroos recall

Alex Brosque of Sydney FC gestures after being sent off against Brisbane.

Sydney star could play for country for the first time since 2013.

Burning new year issues NRL coaches must resolve

Brisbane Broncos coach Wayne Bennett.

These might be the resolutions of the 16 NRL coaches.

Federer hampered by groin niggle

The 35-year-old had to take a medical time-out during his semi.

Groth outburst in doubles semi stuns commentators

Sam Groth and Samantha Stosur of Australia in action in the mixed doubles semi-finals.

Aussie was struggling with his usually dependable serve.

Wawrinka upbeat despite nail-biting loss to Federer

Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland after losing a point during his match against Roger Federer at the Australian Open.

"I'm for sure sad to lose a match like that.”

Why Federer would welcome a showdown with Nadal

Roger Federer of Switzerland (right) shakes hands with compatriot Stan Wawrinka after winning their semi-final at the Australian Open.

Swiss ace clung on for a semi-final win over Stan Wawrinka.

Serena sets up all-Williams women's final

Serena Williams is congratulated by Croatia's Mirjana Lucic-Baroni after winning their semi-final at the Australian Open

Williams has downed fairytale semi-finalist Mirjana Lucic-Baroni

Dimitrov ready to go all the way

Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov celebrates defeating Belgium's David Goffin in the Australian Open quarter-finals.

Grigor Dimitrov is set for clash with Rafael Nadal.

Dream final that little bit closer after Nadal win

Rafael Nadal celebrates after his straight-sets victory over Canada's Milos Raonic in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open

Retro continues to be in vogue at this year's Australian Open

Terepo stood down after drink-driving charge

DRINK-DRIVING: Parramatta could sack Peni Terepo (right) over an incident in New Zealand.

Parramatta could sack Peni Terepo over a drink-driving incident.

Mead receives good news on knee injury

All clear ... David Mead won't need any prolonged time on the sidelines.

Scans have cleared him of any major damage

Jets chairman explains how 2018 cash boost will be used

KEEPER OF FLAME: Former Jets captain Keiron Lander celebrates the 2015 Intrust Super Cup premiership win that Ipswich achieved despite having the smallest of player budgets. Photo: SCOTT DAVIS - SMP IMAGES

Johnson wants to pay private health cover for every player in club

Inglis says embattled Bronco must become role model

James Roberts during a  Brisbane Broncos training session.

Roberts has put himself on a booze ban for the foreseeable future

Millions won't shift brothers from Sea Eagles nest

Tom Trbojevic in action for the Sea Eagles.

You won't prise Trbojevic brothers out of their Beaches bubble

Dragons coach not looking too far into the future

Ben Hunt is on the way to the Dragons.

Dragons coach Paul McGregor is focusing on the here and now.

Salem's trials and tribulations at fitness camp

Christian Salem suffered a bizarre injury at a boot camp.

Melbourne young gun Christian Salem injured by brick.

May day approaching for Gold Coast Suns

Steven May won't be going anywhere after taking on official leadership duties with the Suns.

New deal with the club will be just a formality, says co-captain

Suns omit Ablett from leadership group

Gary Ablett of the Gold Coast Suns.

Former skipper is one of five exclusions from last year's group.

Man Utd scrapes into cup final despite loss

Manchester United's Paul Pogba (centre) scores against Hull.

Red Devils crept into the EFL Cup final at the expense of Hull City.

Who can stop the Sydney FC juggernaut now?

Filip Holosko of Sydney FC celebrates after scoring his side's first goal against Melbourne Victory at Etihad Stadium.

Fascination now is whether Sky Blues go through season unbeaten.

Madrid suffers Copa del Rey shock

Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo scored against Celta Vigo but could not prevent defeat.

La Liga leader Real Mdrid has been upset by Celta Vigo.

Melbourne City coach has plenty to work on

Melbourne City coach Michael Valkanis.

Melbourne City coach Michael Valkanis ready for hard work.

Wanderers player charged with assault

Western Sydney Wanderers player Kearyn Baccus (left) has been charged with assault.

Wanderers midfielder Kearyn Baccus charged with assault.

Saints march on to the EFL Cup final

Southampton's Shane Long (centre) scores the winner against Liverpool.

Southampton reach the EFL Cup final with a 1-0 win at Liverpool.

Big Bash expansion set for next season

Mitchell Johnson has starred in this year's Big Bsh League.

Cricket Australia is adding to the number of Big Bash matches.

England hopeful of salvaging pride after T20 win

England's Moeen Ali comes in to bowl.

India was restricted to 7-147 in Kanpur.

Records tumble as Aussies pile misery on Pakistan

David Warner and Travis Head shared an Australian record one-day partnership of 284.

Australia ran wild in a signature, 57-run holiday triumph.

McCullum confident of success for Heat in Big Bash No.7

Brisbane Heat captain Brendon McCullum says the future is bright for his team.

Brisbane Heat skipper Brendon McCullum predicts bright future.

How did Sixers go from zeros to heroes?

Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques (left) leads players from the field after winning the Big Bash League semi-final against the Brisbane Heat.

Sixers could be least likely finalists in BBL.

Six of the best for club cricketer

Aled Carey claimed six wickets in six balls.

Six balls, six wickets - it's every bowler's dream.

Coach wants Diamonds to go through year unbeaten

Lisa Alexander has set her charges the task of producing an unblemished scorecard of international matches in 2017.

Firebirds flying out for Diamonds mission

Nevins is excited to be part of the Diamonds squad.

Queensland left in safe hands ahead of Super netball start

Former Diamonds World Cup winner to play for England

Chelsea Locke playing for the Central Pulse in the ANZ Championship in 2016.

Ex-Australian player Chelsea Locke has switched allegiances.

See why dedicated Leah received national role

Successful Queensland mentor Leah Ala-Outinen has been appointed the Australian 14 years indoor netball coaching role.

Ipswich coach oversees multiple state successes

Sporty Ipswich couple make a top team

Leah Ala-Outinen and her husband Kevin are national coaches.

Leah, Kevin support each other's national goals

Army training pushes Firebirds to their limits

Queensland Firebirds leader Gabi Simpson.

Military-style training camp has team steeled.

Coach Leah's fantastic year

Ipswich Indoor Sports Centre owners Kevin and Leah Ala-Outinen.

Netball mentor earns national role

Race horse trainer loses licence over cruelty allegations

BREAKING: A Sunshine Coast horse trainer has had his Thoroughbred Trainer's Licence suspended following allegations he drowned a four-month-old foal.

Waller moots international campaign for Winx

Hugh Bowman rides Winx to a dominant victory in the Cox Plate at Moonee Valley on October 22 last year.

Winx has been named the world's best mare and turf horse.

OPINION: Byrne's back with a big bang

OLD HAND: Jim Byrne claimed a triple to stretch his lead in the Ipswich Jockey Premiership.

Turf Chat with Brett Kitching

Trainer eyeing his race options after weekend four-peat

Horse trainer Darren Weir.

Darren Weir is scanning the map for options.

OPINION: Troops up in arms over whip ban

SPLIT DECISION: Matt Elkins (pictured far right) could not be separated from father Greg at the finish line of the Mercedes Benz Toowong Pace.

Trot Tactics with Denis Smith

OPINION: Tomizawa feeds the flames

HOT STREAK: Jets Leagues Club Class 5 Handicap winner 6 Magazine Miss ridden by Toowoomba jockey Nozi Tomizawa.

Champion jockey takes home winning quartet as Ipswich swelters

Veteran jockey secures emotional Magic Millions win

Houtzen, ridden by Jeff Lloyd, wins the Magic Millions on the Gold Coast.

Houtzen has rocketed to the top of Golden Slipper betting charts.

Rose holds lead as big names struggle

World No.1 Jason Day and Tiger Woods both had rounds to forget on the US PGA Tour at Torrey Pines.

Day fighting fit for Torrey Pines

Jason Day is back on track.

World No.1 Jason Day says he is in good shape for Torrey Pines.

Swafford wins first PGA Tour event with birdie blast

BREAKTHROUGH: Hudson Swafford had a streak of birdies in the final round to witn the CareerBuilder Challenge tournament.

World No.204 Hudson Swafford breaks through for first PGA Tour win

Canadian golfer breaks 60 with stunning round

Adam Hadwin poses after shooting a 59 to take the third round lead in the CareerBuilder Challenge golf tournament at La Quinta Country Club

29-year-old becomes eighth player to achieve mark on US PGA Tour