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'I've got no power': McLaren suffers problems, Ferrari shows early pace
The first practice session of the new Formula 1 season begins with a whimper, as teams and drivers come to grips with the new era of cars. Source link
'We hold a lot of power': Records broken as women flock to F1
As more women and girls flock to Formula 1, the sport now faces the challenge to convert that fandom into female participation. Source link
India survives Bethell onslaught to book T20 World Cup final spot
India has survived a brilliant century from England’s Jacob Bethell to record a seven-run win in a thrilling men’s T20 World Cup semifinal at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. Source link
The Matildas embody Aussie pub rock spirit against Iran, and they're playing to win
The Joe Montemurro incarnation of the Matildas feels like a throwback to classic Australian rock. And in their Asian Cup win over Iran, they showed their mantra of playing free, but always going for the win, is starting to pay off. Source link
How the internet reacted to the Matildas' 4-0 win over Iran
The Matildas sealed a spot in the knockout stages of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup with a 4-0 win over Iran, and the internet went wild. Source link
Quick hits: Raso feels double the pain as Sayer scores an accidental stunner
Hayley Raso cops an unfortunate double hit as Mary Fowler and Amy Sayer sparkle from the start on the Gold Coast. Here are the quick hits from the Matildas vs Iran at the Women’s Asian Cup. Source link
Iranian team 'under so much pressure' over anthem actions at Asian Cup
Iran’s female footballers stayed silent during the national anthem in their opening Women’s Asian Cup game, but it was a different picture ahead of their game against Australia. Source link
F1 teams predict new car designs will cause 'chaos' in Melbourne
Changes to F1 regulations mean cars on the Melbourne track will be louder, slightly slower on corners, harder to handle, but more sustainable for the planet than previous designs. Source link
Piastri says McLaren not favourite to win as new era of F1 dawns
With a brand new car to wrap his head around, Oscar Piastri puts the disappointment of 2025 behind him as Formula 1’s new season begins in Melbourne. Source link
What to expect in 2026 AFL season as Lions chase three-peat
As the AFL premiership gets underway on Thursday, there will be 17 teams furiously trying to stop the Brisbane Lions winning a third straight flag. Source link