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Live: Fan favourite returns in Joe Montemurro's debut as new Matildas coach

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The Montemurro era and 'official' start of the build-up for the Asian Cup begins tonight as the Matildas face Slovenia in Perth. Follow live.

Golf redevelopment to go ahead after controversial laws pass SA parliament

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Laws that allow the South Australian government to redevelop the North Adelaide Golf Course and move the LIV Golf tournament into the city pass parliament. 

Live: Voss era faces pivotal test as Carlton takes on Port Adelaide

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Carlton and Port Adelaide face off at the Adelaide Oval with both sides desperately needing a win to keep their finals hopes alive. Follow live.

McEnroe says Alcaraz-Sinner rivalry would benefit from third star

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Seven-time grand slam winner John McEnroe wants to see a third young star emerge to push major winners Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.

How Australian Rules football adapts to the weather, and who's best in the wet

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Unless you're playing at Docklands, weather is always a feature of games of AFL. Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson take a look at how teams adapt to different conditions, who plays better in the wet, and the growing issue of scheduling and heat. 

Khawaja refuses radio interview after SEN axes journalist over Gaza posts

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Usman Khawaja refuses to speak to radio broadcaster SEN on day one of the first Test against the West Indies, reportedly over the network's decision to axe Peter Lalor earlier this year.

Same old saviours rescue Aussies after 'woeful' top-order batting

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The more things change, the more they stay the same, as Australia's reshuffled top order fail and old faithful Usman Khawaja and Travis Head rescue the tourist's blushes.

Wallabies not dwelling on World Cup loss to Fiji ahead of Lions series warm-up

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The Wallabies insist they bear no scars from their last Test against Fiji, as they continue preparations for the upcoming British and Irish Lions series.

Five quick hits: Trav's controversial lucky break and Shamar shines again

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Travis Head gets very lucky, the West Indies have butter fingers in Barbados and Shamar Joseph picks up where he left off on an eventful first day's play at Kensington Oval in the first Test. Here's the five quick hits.

Matildas midfielder ruled out of Montemurro's debut against Slovenia

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Already missing the likes of Sam Kerr and Mary Fowler, the Matildas lose another of their stars ahead of Joe Montemurro's debut as head coach.

Aussie Joint topples British star in pre-Wimbledon upset victory

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Only days out from Wimbledon, Australia's Maya Joint defeats former US Open champion Emma Raducanu at the Eastbourne International.

Live: Konstas returns as Australia plays first Test in West Indies for 10 years

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A new look Australian top order will be looking to help its side bounce back from World Test Championship defeat on day one of the first Test against the West Indies in Bridgetown. Follow live.

Aussies aim to join NBA draft queue behind top pick lock Flagg

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US star Cooper Flagg is set to be the number one pick, with NBL talents Rocco Zikarsky and Alex Toohey among a group of five Australians in NBA draft contention.

Can Penrith's revival take them past a Canterbury made in their image?

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The Bulldogs have stormed to the top of the ladder by adopting a similar style to Penrith but will it be enough to carry them past the four-time defending premiers on Thursday night?

Green eyed as 'long-term' number three, casting doubt on Labuschagne's future

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Captain Pat Cummins views Cameron Green as a "long-term" option as Australia's Test number three, as axed batter Marnus Labuschagne faces a struggle to regain his spot.

What a baby-faced Bolt can teach us about Gout

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Gout Gout's star is rising even faster than his legs can carry him, and with a world championships debut on the horizon, managing expectations is going to be difficult.

Superstar's arrival puts women's basketball on cusp of Matildas moment

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Caitlin Clark's impact on women's basketball is being felt in Australia and beyond, with the sport's popularity soaring.

'Do your job': Hinkley's advice to under-fire Voss ahead of crucial clash

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Ken Hinkley says he has sympathy for Blues coach Michael Voss as the former Power assistant coach faces heat over his underperforming team.

With trans participation under threat, fringe sports are bucking the trend

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The Sydney Roller Derby League abides by one of the most progressive gender policies in world sport. For people like Commando, it has meant they have been able to "return home".

Scammers look to capitalise on Australians' love of running

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With races such as the Gold Coast half marathon selling out within hours, scammers look to take advantage of those desperate to run.

Gout Gout follows in Usain Bolt's footsteps in his international debut

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Australian sprint superstar Gout Gout breaks his own national 200m record in his first international senior meet.

'Bazball with brains' gets England over the line in mammoth run chase

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England beats India in the first Test of their five-game series as Ben Duckett's century leads the team to the 10th highest-winning run chase in history.

AFL's 'Year of the Bird' continues as Hardwick fined for flipping off umpire

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Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has been fined for directing a middle finger towards AFL umpires late in the Suns' loss to GWS on the weekend.

Warren Tredrea social post promotes 'antisemitic conspiracy theories', Jewish Council says

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The Jewish Council of Australia has condemned a social media post by AFL football legend Warren Tredrea, saying it promotes "far-right antisemitic conspiracy theories" and Holocaust denial.

No woman has ever broken the 4-minute mile, but Kipyegon is going to try

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Faith Kipyegon will attempt to break the magical 4-minute barrier for the mile in a specially organised attempt at the Stade Charléty in Paris. But is it even possible? 

New hope for cricket at Macquarie Point after agreement on stadium roof

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After raising "significant concerns" about the proposed Hobart stadium's roof design, cricket authorities have now signed an agreement with the Tasmanian premier to find a solution for the sport to play there.

Australia looking to reassert Test dominance on tour of West Indies

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As Australia heads to the West Indies for a three-Test tour and five T20Is, it needs to answer lingering questions over its top order, and reassert its dominance in the first series of the new World Test Championship cycle.

Another reshuffle looming for Australia in West Indies Tests

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Josh Inglis is ready to bat anywhere as Australia shuffles its line-up yet again for the three-Test series against the West Indies. 

Paro refuses to 'chase ghosts' as he sets sight on American rematch

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Liam Paro is intent on a rematch with his conqueror Richardson Hitchins, ideally for multiple belts, as he prepares to fight on home soil for the first time in nearly three years.

From Frankston to Scotland, Sione is plotting the Wallabies' downfall

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Born in Victoria and growing up surrounded by Australian Rules, Sione Tuipulotu's rise to the British and Irish Lions follows hard work, perseverance, and the willingness to take a chance.

Aussies make bright start to Wimbledon qualifying

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Australian tennis players Li Tu, Tristan Schoolkate, James McCabe and Alex Bolt win their first matches at Wimbledon qualifying. 

Dash cam gives view of death-defying Finke Desert Race crash

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Finke Desert Race co-driver Bernie Webb says a safety mechanism kept him and his driver safe after they lost control at 160kph.

India batting collapse gives England hope of dramatic Test win

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Another India lower-order collapse gives England a fighting chance of a thrilling victory in the first Test at Headingley, with the hosts 0-21 in their second innings at the close of play on day four, chasing 371 to win.

Aussie number one blown off course as Wimbledon looms

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Daria Kasatkina's miserable build-up to Wimbledon continues with the Australian number one's defence of her Eastbourne title ending in the first round. 

Lions warn Rugby Australia about breaking 'agreement' by resting Wallabies stars

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The British and Irish Lions have no interest playing against anything but full-strength line-ups in their lead-up to the first Test against the Wallabies in July.

Defenders cop ball to the face, as dangerous play rears its head in Super Netball

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If World Netball wants to protect players and eliminate contact with the head, then it needs to stamp out attackers pushing the ball into the face of their opponents.

Former Eagle, Western Bulldog denies alleged child sex assaults

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Josh Hill is set to face trial over allegations he indecently dealt with a teenager at the height of his AFL career.

'Clunking in his knee' rules Max King out for 2025 season after third surgery

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St Kilda confirms star forward Max King will not see any action for the remainder of the year as he undergoes a third knee surgery in a situation that has 'confounded' several of the medical experts the club has consulted.

'Nobody likes you': Tennis's ultimate villain extends lengthy rap sheet with latest bizarre clash

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Yulia Putintseva is no stranger to a bizarre post-match handshake drama and has done it again. After a fiery clash with Maria Sakkari, here is a look at the Kazakh's lengthy rap sheet, which features run-ins with fans and officials as well.

Quick hits: Injury heartbreak, 'moonball' and an MVP's masterclass decide epic NBA finale

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A heartbreaking injury ends Tyrese Haliburton's magical playoff run as Lu Dort's 'moonball' and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP mastery decides Game 7 of an epic NBA Finals. Here are your quick hits from a thrilling series finale.

Breaking: Thunder claim NBA title after Pacers star goes down with brutal injury

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Oklahoma City Thunder claim their first NBA championship since their relocation from Seattle in 2008.

The family message that stood out as Minjee Lee created golf history

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As Minjee Lee won her historic third major, a mention of her golfing brother highlighted the tyranny of distance between the two Australian stars. 

Breaking: Minjee Lee wins third career major with PGA Championship triumph

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Australian Minjee Lee wins the third golf major of her career, claiming the Women's PGA Championship by three shots in Texas

Heartbreak for England's batting hero as Bumrah joins elite bowling company

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England's Harry Brook is dismissed for 99 as Indian pace star Jasprit Bumrah joined an elite class of Test fast bowlers.

Alcaraz makes Wimbledon statement with Queen's Club triumph

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Top seed Carlos Alcaraz edged powerful Czech Jiri Lehecka 7-5, 6-7 (5), 6-2 to claim his second Queen's Club title and send out a powerful statement ahead of his Wimbledon defence on Sunday.

Why Raygun's Olympic performance became 'a loaded gun'

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There's an elite club of Olympic losers who we love to celebrate. A year on from Raygun's infamous performance, Australian Story investigates why she isn't one of them. 

Crusaders secure yet another Super Rugby title on historic night

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The Super Rugby season is over and the Crusaders are triumphant again with the New Zealand side extending their legendary run at the top. 

Live: Broncos pair back up from Origin against the Sharks at Lang Park

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The Brisbane Broncos kick off an NRL Sunday triple header with a clash against the Cronulla Sutherland Sharks at Lang Park. Follow live.

Live: Rowell turns down big money to stay at the Suns while his side lead Giants in expansion cup

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GWS take on Gold Coast in the Expansion Cup at Sydney Showground, as both sides fight to consolidate their spots in the top eight. Follow all the action in our live blog. 

Minjee Lee soars into major lead heading to final round

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A flawless third round sees Australian Minjee Lee take a four-stroke lead to the final round of the PGA Championship in Texas.