Sport
Nicho Hynes sits out day one of Blues training on Sharks’ advice
Nathan Cleary was a surprise spectator at NSW’s first training session for this year’s Origin series, but the man picked to replace him didn’t work out with the side.
- by Adrian Proszenko and Michael Chammas
NRL
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Around the clubs
Penrith seek cap relief after May stand-down; Trindall back for Sharks after DUI
Taylan May is unlikely to play again this season after pleading not guilty to domestic violence charges, while Cronulla’s Brayden Trindall will return following his own off-field dramas.
- by Dan Walsh, Adrian Proszenko and Michael Chammas
‘It’s every kid’s dream’: Why Edwards’ Origin journey has been a marathon not a sprint
It’s been a long road from the bush town of Dorrigo to State of Origin for Dylan Edwards. But the friends, family and former teammates who were there at the start have enjoyed every step.
- by Christian Nicolussi
‘Good to go’: Hynes allays fitness fears; Trbojevic proud to lead Blues
- by Christian Nicolussi
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State of Origin
‘He’s been ready for a long time’: The moment Maguire knew Edwards was right man for Blues
- by Christian Nicolussi and Billie Eder
Insight & Analysis
Queensland picked Israel Folau. Why wouldn’t NSW pick Joseph Suaalii?
The relevant question about Suaalii isn’t about whether he should contest the Origin opener but on which side of the field he will play.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Luai might be the most polarising player in NSW. But Maguire needs his belief
The Blues coach wants players who run towards the fire. After weeks of injury carnage, his Origin hopes rest with Luai leading the way.
Adam Pengilly
Sports reporter
Waratahs are not the only problem child in Super Rugby’s dysfunctional family
Rugby Australia must be learning that centralisation means taking on the problems of the franchises, not magically making them disappear.
Paul Cully
Rugby columnist
Rugby Union
Moana Pasifika 27 Waratahs 12
Super Rugby
Worst season ever? Waratahs go from bad to worse in loss to Moana Pasifika
- by Tom Decent
Cricket
Analysis
India
‘It’s almost a no-win role’: Why you won’t see an Australian as India’s $2 million coach
- by Daniel Brettig
Soccer
Remember me? Former whiz-kid Arzani returns in new-look Socceroos squad
Daniel Arzani’s career hasn’t hit the heights many expected after a breakout performance at the 2018 World Cup, but he’s been given another shot at international football.
- by Vince Rugari
$4 million in four days: Why the ‘Matildas effect’ isn’t slowing down
The two friendlies against China have been sold out for weeks, and an average crowd of 50,000 has watched their last 12 matches on home soil.
- by Vince Rugari
Analysis
A-League Men
Miracle Mariners: Is this the greatest team Australian soccer has ever seen?
- by Vince Rugari
AFL
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AFL 2024
Hawthorn racism claim terminated by Australian Human Rights Commission
- by Jake Niall
Basketball
NBA closes investigation into Josh Giddey’s alleged relationship with underage girl
The NBA has ended its investigation into Australian basketball star Josh Giddey for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a teenager, ESPN reported on Thursday.
Rivalling the Dream Team: NBA superstars bound for ‘an Olympics like no other’
LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama and the NBA’s superstars are all lining up for Paris 2024 and Brian Goorjian knows he will need a gritty Boomers team to stare down an Olympic field like no other.
- by Roy Ward
Racing
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French Open
No-fuss Demon exacts revenge to breeze into second round at Roland-Garros
Alex de Minaur is the first Australian into the second round at Roland-Garros after a five-hour rain delay and watching five compatriots exit the claycourt major on the first two days.
- by Marc McGowan
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Formula 1
‘Oscar, we do see the impact of the damage’: Why Piastri’s third F1 podium is his most telling yet
Australian Oscar Piastri avoided a horror crash to claim his third Formula 1 career podium ahead of some of the sport’s biggest names at the Monaco GP.
- by Russell Bennett and Jon Pierik
