Verry Elleegant beats history to win Melbourne Cup
The Melbourne Cup will be run for the 161st time at Flemington. The feature jumps at 3pm - but follow the full 10-race card here.
Why our expert is betting against Cup favourite
Ahead of the 161st running of the Melbourne Cup, racing expert SIMON O'DONNELL runs the rule over every runner.
The black cloud that hangs over Melbourne Cup
The Melbourne Cup is a revered Aussie sporting event but it has been marred by tragedy in recent editions.
Supercars chaos as driver faces investigation
A driver could be kicked out of New South Wales as an investigation is launched over a possible COVID-19 breach.
Former NRL star's ridiculous moment stuns WWE
Former NRL player turned WWE superstar Daniel Vidot has stunned the wrestling world with a sensational moment in the ring.
Heart-warming news after young gun's cancer battle
Former Sharks youth standout Fine Kula has announced that he has won his battle against a rare form of brain cancer.
LeBron lookalike spooks NBA world on Halloween
The LA Lakers' Halloween clash with the Rockets yesterday spooked the basketball world due to a LeBron lookalike.
Claims ex-Matildas star 'threatened' former teammate
Lisa De Vanna was the centre of a probe into intimidating behaviour before she made claims of a toxic culture in the Matildas.
Huge twist in De Goey's New York assault claims
Prosecutors in New York have dropped a bombshell in relation to charges against Collingwood's Jordan De Goey.
NFL star struck by stray bullet on bye weekend
Baltimore Ravens starting linebacker Malik Harrison is recovering after being struck by a stray bullet.
'Inspirational' former England bowler dead at 57
A former England fast bowler has died at just 57, after a two-decade long battle with a brain tumour.
Late scratching rocks Melbourne Cup
Two runners needed to pass tests to compete in the Melbourne Cup. One team was given the bad news this morning.
Panthers target rival club to replace May
With Tyrone May expected to be sacked, Penrith has looked to a rival club for his replacement.
'Demolished' Aussies' answer to selection tangle
A former Test cricketer has weighed in on how Australia must respond at the selection table for their next match.
'Beast' obliterates records in World Cup annihilation
Jos Buttler hit a terrific maiden Twenty20 century and propelled England to a 26-run victory over Sri Lanka.
Tottenham sack manager on back of horror loss
Tottenham have terminated the contract of manager Nuno Espirito Santo following the loss to Manchester United.
The Cup win that made Australia cry
With the 161st running of the race that stops a nation to be held tomorrow, we look back at the last 20 horses to win the Melbourne Cup.
Pucovski's major hurdle flying on the down-low
Scheduling is set to hamper Will Pucovski as the prodigious batter fights to be fit for the opening Test of the Ashes.
Champion jockey reveals his Cup first four
Two-time champion Cup jockey Corey Brown has revealed his best bet on this year's $7.75 million Melbourne Cup.
NBA superstar ejected for 'nonsense' act
NBA forward Kevin Durant was ejected as the Brooklyn Nets powered to a thumping win over the Detroit Pistons.
Major Aussie injury blow hits Ashes, World Cup
Australia has been dealt a major blow with confirmation leg-spinner Georgia Wareham faces a lengthy stint in the casualty ward.
How 'prickly' feud derailed cricket giants
A burning question has been raised amid India captain Virat Kohli's bitter stand-off with veteran Ravichandran Ashwin.
Beale's Wallabies surprise after 'bear hug' goes wrong
Wallabies veteran Kurtley Beale has expressed "surprise" at earning a recall to the national side for three Tests.
First blow landed as player market heats up
The South Sydney Rabbitohs have secured arguably their most important re-signing of the off-season so far.
Freak crash wipes out race-leading teammates
Two teammates have been eliminated in a 'dangerous' crash during a junior category race at Italy's famous Monza circuit.
Multi-million dollar cost of De Goey debacle
Jordan De Goey's arrest in New York could have multi-million dollar consequences for the Collingwood midfielder.
Ex-Wallaby lifts lid after falling out with Cheika
Former Wallabies winger Curtis Rona has opened up on his falling out with controversial coach Michael Cheika.
Concerning update on Pucovski concussion
Victoria coach Chris Rogers has given a concerning update on the health of young batter Will Pucovski ahead of the Ashes.
Emotional farewell haka for Mose Masoe
Mose Masoe received a memorable send-off from the UK as he and his family move back to Australia following a career-ending injury.
Scathing Smith call follows World Cup debacle
Shane Warne says Steve Smith has "never nailed T20" and should be dropped for the rest of the World Cup.
