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St Kilda's Collard to learn sanction after being found guilty of homophobic slur
St Kilda forward Lance Collard will learn via an AFL hearing how heavy a suspension he will receive after being found guilty of using a homophobic slur towards a VFL opponent. Source link
Swimming becomes first major sport to lift Russian restrictions
Ukraine condemns a decision by World Aquatics to lift a ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes competing under their flag and anthem ahead of the LA Olympics. Source link
'Can't put a figure on it': Greyhound industry rejects $4.8m exit offer
As a final decision looms for Tasmania’s greyhound industry on whether it will be phased out, breeders, trainers and other industry participants reject an exit offer from the state government. Source link
Butters sent to Tribunal over 'abusive and insulting' umpire sledge
Port Adelaide star Zak Butters will front the AFL Tribunal over an exchange with umpire Nick Foot. Source link
Hawks claim 'attempted cover-up' as Basketball Australia clears NBL owner
Illawarra Hawks owner Jared Novelly’s feud with NBL boss Larry Kestelman shows no signs of ending despite a BA investigation having concluded. Source link
Borlase leads host of Opals stars to sign new WNBA free agency deals
Izzy Borlase is rewarded for her MVP-winning season with the Bendigo Spirit as she pens a new deal with the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA. Source link
Record crowd for AFL Gather Round as SA premier warns of 'lite' interstate version
South Australia’s premier says he is “trying to hold the line” as Gather Round negotiations continue, with the 2026 event attracting record crowds. Source link
Day rues missed opportunities after golden chance at the Masters
Australia’s Jason Day stays positive after falling to 12th on a difficult final day at the Masters. Source link
'Incredible man': Athletes mourn pioneering wheelchair racer Bob Hall
Bob Hall, who was the first wheelchair athlete to compete in a marathon before becoming a influential race chair designer, dies aged 74. Source link
An Aussie rugby win at home is one thing but victory in NZ is another
Australian teams will only boost their chances of achieving the ultimate success in Super Rugby Pacific if they conquer the challenge of beating their New Zealand opponents across the Tasman. Source link