sports
Storm snap record losing run as Tigers coach laments 'negative smell'
The Melbourne Storm are winners for the first time since round two, snapping a club-record losing streak with a big win over the Wests Tigers. Source link
Fans left 'uncomfortable' as referee criticised in bloody heavyweight brawl
Daniel Dubois stops Fabio Wardley in the 11th round of a brutal contest to take the WBO heavyweight title as observers ringside criticise an “uncomfortable watch”. Source link
Alexa Leary misses out on Commonwealth Games after reclassification
Alexa Leary is classified out of the Commonwealth Games team as Swimming Australia names first half of squad for Glasgow 2026. Source link
Iran fears captain may be denied entry to US for World Cup
Iran demands assurances that team members who served in the Revolutionary Guard, including skipper Mehdi Taremi, will be able to get visas for the FIFA World Cup. Source link
Vine out of Giro after horrific crash, director called 'scared dog' by riders
Jay Vine’s awful luck continued on stage two of the Giro d’Italia with the Australian taken to hospital following a horror crash on wet roads that saw multiple riders abandon the race. Source link
Regional sports 'stronger through diversity' as refugees thrive on field
A hockey program in Toowoomba is helping Yazidi refugees adapt to life in Australia and build a community. Source link
Women's players sick of being told 'don't bite the hand that feeds you'
Players from various codes across the country will protest gender-based violence and call for greater accountability from clubs when instances of mistreatment arise. Source link
Melbourne City surges into ALW grand final after young gun's stunning strike
Shelby McMahon fires Melbourne City into the A-League Women’s grand final, with her side downing Melbourne Victory 2-0 on aggregate. Source link
Why NRL rules allowed for Eels' three-point winner
The NRL says an unusual referee call, which allowed the Parramatta Eels to attempt a penalty goal after scoring in golden-point, was the correct decision. Source link
Maroons dealt massive blow ahead of State of Origin series
Queensland selectors have been forced to cope with the news one of their best playmakers will miss up to eight weeks with his ankle injury. Source link