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‘Everything is possible in football’
BESART Berisha has declared that Sydney FC can be beaten in Sunday’s A-League grand final, but nothing less than 100 per cent will cut it for Melbourne Victory.
GOAT Twitter prank catches Smith out
AUSTRALIAN rugby league captain Cameron Smith has been targeted by some friendly social media fire from within the Kangaroos camp ahead of his 50th Test.
Miracle wins Can Victory copy these massive upsets?
MELBOURNE Victory might be underdogs for their A-League grand final clash with Sydney FC, but they can take solace from these great sporting upsets.
When’s the right time to trade your rookies?
WHILE we are always tempted to trade our rookies before they have maximised their value, it does pay to wait. Here’s a look at when we should think about cashing in.
How Tigers plan to ignite Caddy’s season
RICHMOND recruit Josh Caddy has been unable to replicate an impressive pre-season but coach Damien Hardwick admits he’s been played out of position.
Is the Waite over for Roos?
AFL DAILY: BRAD Scott has confirmed veteran forward Jarrad Waite is in line for a return for North Melbourne’s clash against Adelaide.
Umps got crucial calls wrong: Eade
GOLD Coast coach Rodney Eade says the umpires have admitted they got it wrong with two crucial free kicks against his side in last week’s loss to North Melbourne.
‘Sleeping giant’ makes A-League move
SOUTH-EAST Melbourne’s greatest football product, Socceroos legend Vince Grella, has officially backed a push for an A-League club in the region.
Victory away will be even sweeter
IT will feel as if it is Melbourne Victory against the world at times on Sunday. But Victory players say an away grand final in Sydney FC territory will further galvanise them as a team.
Thomas saving his best for last
FOR Lawrence Thomas, it’s different this time. The Melbourne Victory goalkeeper has been involved in two finals series before - he’s even won a championship.
Our best as good as Sydney’s best: Muscat
KEVIN Muscat believes poor scheduling cost Melbourne Victory a crack at challenging Sydney FC for top spot, but is confident of turning the tables in the one that really counts.
New low for Stosur, Gavrilova rolls on
SAMANTHA Stosur has crashed out of the Prague Open in straight sets to the world’s 144th ranked player and now risks losing her status as Australia’s best female player.
Tomic wins back-to-back matches on clay
MUCH-maligned Bernard Tomic has achieved something he hasn’t managed to do since 2012 — win back-to-back ATP tour matches on clay.
Venus surprises first-grade teacher
TENNIS star Venus Williams has cemented her status as one of the most graceful athletes in a sport renowned for producing spoiled brats in this touching video.
Tomic scrapes through to advance in Istanbul
BERNARD Tomic has fought back from a set down to win his opening match at the Istanbul Open.
Five-star Shah runs through Windies
PAKISTAN has taken a stranglehold on its second Test against West Indies, with Yasir Shah putting on a spinning masterclass to rattle the home side.
Bowler’s massive ban over ludicrous figures
AN angry bowler caused a massive stir by recording the figures of 0-92 off just four legal balls - and he has just paid an enormous price.
Fire, teargas, gunshots: Australia’s abandoned Test
IT all started with a slap on the thigh. Australia was just one wicket from a Test victory when one of the most notorious acts of crowd violence in cricket’s history exploded.
$2.82 million man justifies price tag
FOLLOWING an early collapse that claimed the wicket of Steve Smith, Ben Stokes walked out to the middle and produced a Twenty20 innings for the ages.
Weekend Best Bets
LATEST TAB ODDS: OUR experts give you an early shot at finding a winner as they look at the major races around the nation this weekend.
Unstoppable Weir finds new jumps king
THE irresistible force of Darren Weir, his jack-of-all-trades Irish jockey John Allen and the dashing Renew combined to turn the Galleywood Hurdle into a near flawless romp.
Pakula rejects call to cancel jumps
RACING minister Martin Pakula rejected calls from an animal rights group for Thursday’s Grand Annual Steeplechase to be abandoned.
Moody in awe of Bool master
A POWER couple of sorts combined to win the Wangoom Handicap with longshot Ulmann.
Storm’s shock swoop for Broncos star
MELBOURNE could pinch Brisbane’s Anthony Milford with the Broncos star becoming coach Craig Bellamy’s no. 1 target to replace the departing Cooper Cronk.
Gale half a chance to solve England puzzle
FOR years stories have filtered over of England halves accruing impossible Super League stats only to fall flat at Test level. With Luke Gale, it seems different.
Anasta reveals response to ex-wife gaffe
NRL great Braith Anasta has revealed his ex-wife Jodi Gordon’s response to his “bad investment” gaffe in a live radio chat about their break-up.
NRL Daily: Parra pinch Roosters forward
NRL DAILY: The signing spree continues apace with the Parramatta Eels the latest club to boost their 2018 squad. Rolling rugby league coverage ...
Crunched Video: moment Cam put success before safety
CAM Clark put his body on the line as a decoy for the Waratahs to score a memorable try against the Reds, earning respect from teammates for his courageous act.
Ageless wonder Wallabies comeback? Don’t sleep on Smith
HE’S closer to 40 than he is 30, but Phil Waugh believes age shouldn’t prevent George Smith from wearing gold next month when the Wallabies play three Tests during the June international window.
EXCLUSIVE Tahs won’t pitch in to help Sky Blues’ title bid
EFFORTS to move the Waratahs game from Allianz Stadium to save the pitch for the A-League grand final have collapsed due to logistical issues. .
Wallabies spot ‘Hot and cold’ Izzy welcomes Hunt challenge
ISRAEL Folau admits he’s battling through a quiet season but is “stoked” to see Karmichael Hunt playing superbly and pushing him for the Wallabies No.15 jersey.
Alonso saves one life, ends two mid-test
FERNANDO Alonso had an unfortunate incident with some wildlife on the track during his first test ahead of the Indianapolis 500.
Supercars snitches warned to ‘dump the dob’
SUPERCARS teams will be issued a memo to “dump the dob’’ after more than 80 emails were sent to race control by teams “telling on’’ rivals last round.
Supercars out to avoid Bathurst farce
SUPERCARS officials are planning a full-flight Mount Panorama tyre test in a bid to stop a Bathurst blowout after rubber debris turned the last round at Phillip Island into a farce.
Bottas messing with Hamilton’s head
F1 expert Martin Brundle has pointed out champion Lewis Hamilton has been reduced to a “passive mentality” by his firing teammate.
The Right Track, with Lincoln Moore and Ben Scadden
ODEON, an impressive last-start winner at Caulfield, has been marked the early favourite in first UBET fixed-odds markets for Saturday week’s $600,000 Group 1 South Australian Derby.
‘Sleeping giant’ makes A-League move
SOUTH-EAST Melbourne’s greatest football product, Socceroos legend Vince Grella, has officially backed a push for an A-League club in the region.
Oaks dream alive with a bit of luck
CHRIS Bieg reckons outsider With A Bit Of Dash can give the favourite a run for its money in Saturday’s Group 1 Schweppes Oaks.
Previews: Best bets for Wagga and Coffs Harbour
THE rejuvenated Montauk can continue his form surge and provide hometown hero Tim Clark with a third win in the Listed Wagga Wagga Gold Cup.
Gale half a chance to solve England puzzle
FOR years stories have filtered over of England halves accruing impossible Super League stats only to fall flat at Test level. With Luke Gale, it seems different.
Juve eye UCL final after Higuain’s superb brace
GONZALO Higuain’s stunning brace has given Juventus a two-goal advantage in their Champions League semi-final tie with Monaco after a 2-0 victory at the Stade Louis II.
Anasta reveals response to ex-wife gaffe
NRL great Braith Anasta has revealed his ex-wife Jodi Gordon’s response to his “bad investment” gaffe in a live radio chat about their break-up.
Weekend Best Bets
LATEST TAB ODDS: OUR experts give you an early shot at finding a winner as they look at the major races around the nation this weekend.
Picture perfect in every single way
TWO Philadelphia Eagles teammates stood next to each other for a photo and it was absolutely perfect. But wait, there’s more.
Catch up: What’s happened in 2017 so far
NO need to set that alarm clock: MotoGP is back on Sunday nights from this weekend! Here’s a quick catch up on the season so far.
Mighty mare emulates brother with GA double
REGINA Coeli has won her second Grand Annual emulating the deeds of her big brother Al Garhood in a vintage edition of the Warrambool steeplechase classic.
King James reigns supreme over Raps
LEBRON James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for second on the NBA’s all-time playoff scorers list as Cleveland scorched Toronto to take a 2-0 series lead.
Umps got crucial calls wrong: Eade
GOLD Coast coach Rodney Eade says the umpires have admitted they got it wrong with two crucial free kicks against his side in last week’s loss to North Melbourne.
NRL Daily: Parra pinch Roosters forward
NRL DAILY: The signing spree continues apace with the Parramatta Eels the latest club to boost their 2018 squad. Rolling rugby league coverage ...
Race watch: Ray Thomas’s tips for Rosehill
TAB BIG BETS: THE Daily Telegraph’s Ray Thomas runs the rule over every race, including speed maps and suggested bets for Rosehill.
Pom-pous: ‘Most cringeworthy thing ever’
A LETTER signed by the entire England team has become the laughing stock of fans in a tragic case of cricket fake-lore.
Cameron Smith thrown under the bus
AUSTRALIAN captain Cam Smith was forced onto the defensive after he was the victim of a social media prank from within his own camp.
Why Super Rugby is making Kiwis nervous
NEW Zealanders are watching Super Rugby with increasing trepidation as each round brings new injury concerns for the All Blacks as they prepare for their series against the Lions.
Libba cleared, who will Tigers pick?
TOM Liberatore looks set to play this week while the Tigers have a tough decision to make. See all the Round 7 teams as they drop and join our SuperCoach chat from 5:30pm AEST.
Teenage man-child waiting to be unleashed
AT just 17, Kiwi monster Etene Nanai has sprung to internet stardom for his “ridiculous” physique and insane football ability.
The ‘outstanding’ inclusion for Aussie sevens
AUSTRALIA men’s coach Andy Friend has made three changes to his team to contest the Paris Sevens which kicks off on May 13.
Leilua for Origin? ‘I just don’t want to hear it’
IF you reckon Raiders wrecking ball Joey Leilua should play for NSW or Australia that’s fine, just don’t tell him about it.
How can league fix Test mess?
CRAWLEY FILES: How is rugby league ever going to grow internationally when big brother continues to get first and second dibs on all the best toys?
‘I’ve never seen a better young player’
PEOPLE are starting to realise there’s something seriously special about this ginger-haired 19-year-old footy gun.
Broncos’ stuff-up sparked bidding war
INCREDIBLE details about Melbourne’s huge bid for Anthony Milford have emerged with a Broncos brush at the core of the bidding war.
Week 11 teams: Concussion hell ends for Chiefs star
CHIEFS centre Charlie Ngatai has been named to make his Super Rugby return against the Reds on Saturday after spending 12 months on the sidelines with concussion.
Triple fitness boost to fuel United’s Europa hopes
FOR the first time in a long time Jose Mourinho has been given a reason to smile, with Manchester United’s injury situation improving just in time for a Europa League semi-final.
‘I want to leave a legacy here’
SHE’S been compared to Jarryd Hayne by a rugby league great, but Jillaroo Samantha Bremner is working hard to leave her own legacy.
Updated teams: Kiwi line-up confirmed
CHECK out all the teams and times for rugby league’s representative round, headlined by Australia v New Zealand and the Pacific Tests.
New twist to LeBron’s beer saga
A MOMENT of levity by LeBron James has turned into a dispute with a beer company after the Cavs star discovered his likeness was being used to promote one of its lagers.
True champion King James reigns supreme over Raps
LEBRON James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for second on the NBA’s all-time playoff scorers list as Cleveland scorched Toronto to take a 2-0 series lead.
Revenge Firebirds fly in for redemption
CAPTAIN Gabi Simpson says the Firebirds do not need a rescreening of the Round 5 horror movie ahead of their rematch with the Melbourne Vixens on Saturday night.
Golf Dustin Johnson back in action after freak injury
DUSTIN Johnson is back on the course this week at the Wells Fargo Championship, and it doesn’t seem he’s lost any touch since a freak accident before the Masters.
Grudge match Golovkin shot on line in Mexican grudge match
MEXICAN bragging rights, and a possible middleweight world title shot, will be on the line when Saul “Canelo” Alvarez takes on Julio Chavez Jr in Las Vegas.
True champion King James reigns supreme over Raps
LEBRON James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for second on the NBA’s all-time playoff scorers list as Cleveland scorched Toronto to take a 2-0 series lead.
