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Dolan's life 'changed dramatically' after Cup win
Jockey Robbie Dolan reveals how his "life changed dramatically" following a shock Melbourne Cup win aboard Knight's Choice in 2024.

Ryder Cup crowd goes wild
The Ryder Cup crowd at Bethpage in New York is mercilessly heckling the Team Europe players.

‘It’s so sick’: Dangerfield played one of the best finals on record, then the real performance started
The Geelong superstar’s teammates have some stories to tell about their captain.

The sound that convinced Sam Kerr her return from injury was complete
The Matildas superstar loved the cheers from Chelsea fans - but it was the negative reaction from Aston Villa supporters that made her feel truly back.

Fagan vows no risk in star's grand final return
Chris Fagan says that co-captain Lachie Neale would not be playing in the grand final if there were any risk to his health.

Fantasy footballer: The analytical Wallaby who became an expert in a rival code
If Nick Frost is as good at unlocking the All Blacks as he was in breaking down NRL teams this year, the Wallabies are in with a good shout of lifting the Bledisloe Cup.

Security planning begins as Sydney readies for Indian great’s Big Bash arrival
The preparatory work comes after 5000 Indian fans stormed the Adelaide Oval last year to watch Virat Kohli and Co. train during last summer.

Ex-farm manager wanted NZ's largest farm Molesworth Station to become a not-for-profit
The idea was put forward by Jim Ward, the farm's former manager of 24 years, before he resigned abruptly in July.

Schmidt recalls Dublin nightmare to flatter All Blacks before ‘bizarre’ final act
The Wallabies coach dug deep in recalling an iconic All Blacks moment that still burns before heading towards retirement, desperate to steal the Bledisloe.

McGinn fires Villa to Europa win
An early goal from John McGinn helped Aston Villa kick off their Europa League campaign with a gritty 1-0 group stage win over Bologna.

Lions rookies plot a boilover, while a champion is poised to end his slump
A Brisbane legend believes his former club’s rising stars will respond to the pressure of the grand final.

‘You better put him back in’: The hunch that delivered Penrith a modern-day great
How Isaah Yeo could have been playing with Dubbo – not Penrith – had it not been for a sliding doors moment.

Why the first play of the Bledisloe Cup could tell us all we need to know
The Eden Park clash has the makings of a classic if the Wallabies navigate the early storm.

Panthers coach spills on flimsy edge defence
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary spills the beans on the flimsy Panthers left edge as they prepare for a clash with Brisbane's attacking weapons.

AFL grand final eve LIVE: Neale’s captain’s run lighter than ever; Danger’s kids shield Smith from spotlight
Melbourne was awash with footy colours and excitement for the parade before the teams moved to the MCG for their final preparation for the big game.

‘Definitely unfair’: But Cleary will happily cop grand final handicap
If Ivan Cleary’s Panthers get past Brisbane on Sunday, they will have two days fewer to prepare for the premiership decider than their opponent. The alternative is worse.

How a fearful rookie ‘avoiding’ her coach became a national pioneer
On the back of a trendsetter’s giant strides on the field, the AFL has hailed Queensland as the leaders of the code’s growth.

Lachie Neale’s injury cloud has cleared, but a different one now hovers
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan didn’t shed any light on whether his champion midfielder might start as the sub in the grand final.

Far North cats now have to be 'chipped and snipped'
It is a big change for the district, which has not previously tried to restrict cats despite the almost year-round kitten season.