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Josh Fraser guides Carlton to crushing win over Brisbane as interim role

Josh Fraser's interim Carlton coaching tenure is looking permanent after the Blues demolished reigning premiers Brisbane 154-78, with young talent flourishing under his direction. Six players aged 21 or under starred, including Jagga Smith, who won the Robert Walls medal.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 1 day ago

Hot Hynes enters record books as Sharks thump Rabbitohs

Cronulla defeated South Sydney 32-16 on Sunday to keep pace with NRL title contenders and remain in top-four contention. Halves Nicho Hynes and Braydon Trindall were influential, with Hynes setting a club record with his 29th consecutive goal conversion. The victory marked Cronulla's ninth win in ten matches, positioning them for a potential top-two finish.

7 News – Sport · 2 days ago

Lorena Wiebes leads 2026 Tour de France Femmes after stage one victory

Lorena Wiebes leads the 2026 Tour de France Femmes after stage one, finishing in 3 hours 29 minutes 1 second. Kim Le Court trails by 4 seconds, with Demi Vollering 6 seconds back. The margins remain razor-thin; Vollering lost last year's Tour by just four seconds, making every second critical.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 2 days ago

Sophie Cunningham isn’t rejecting politics. She’s cashing in on them

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has become a prominent voice in conservative culture-war politics following her July ESPN profile opposing transgender athletes in sports. Her viral confrontation with Caitlin Clark and subsequent comments earned her endorsements and hero status among conservative groups, contrasting sharply with the death threats received by Black player Alyssa Thomas for a similar incident.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 2 days ago

Premier League loses Ferguson, Wenger, Mourinho, Klopp, Guardiola era dominance

For the first time since 1992, the Premier League will not feature Ferguson, Wenger, Mourinho, Klopp, or Guardiola next season. Mikel Arteta at Arsenal is best positioned to dominate, though Enzo Maresca at Manchester City and Arne Slot at Liverpool present alternatives. The void left by departing giants creates uncertainty, making this season exceptionally difficult to predict.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 2 days ago

Gianni Infantino could face leadership challenge as Fifa Council members rebel

Fifa Council members are attempting to force an extraordinary general meeting that could challenge President Gianni Infantino's leadership. At least 19 of 37 council members are needed to trigger the meeting, with rebels demanding an independent review of the decision to lift Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension following Donald Trump's intervention.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 2 days ago

Brisbane champion Lachie Neale tours Collingwood facility as contract decision nears

Brisbane midfielder Lachie Neale toured Collingwood's AIA Centre on Friday as the 33-year-old unrestricted free agent nears a contract decision. The two-time Brownlow medallist is weighing offers from the Magpies, who are offering a three-year deal, alongside interest from West Coast and Adelaide. Neale can choose his destination after his contract expired.

7 News – Sport · 2 days ago

Royal family watch Aussie’s gold medal clash: ‘That’s crazy’

Prince William and Kate watched Australian judoka Saya Middleton compete for gold at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Wednesday. The royals, accompanied by their three children, attended netball, cycling and judo events, with chef de mission Petria Thomas presenting Princess Charlotte a team mascot.

7 News – Sport · 2 days ago

Diamonds console shattered teammate Sophie Dwyer after shock defeat to Jamaica

Australia's Diamonds suffered their first Commonwealth Games semi-final loss, falling to Jamaica 46-45 in Glasgow on Saturday after Sophie Dwyer's after-the-siren shot missed. Dwyer came off the bench for the final quarter in the must-win match. Vice-captain Kate Moloney said the entire squad was responsible, not the debutant. Australia will play England for bronze while Jamaica faces New Zealand.

7 News – Sport · 2 days ago

Australian gold medallists celebrate record-breaking day to close Commonwealth Games athletics program

Australia capped a record-breaking Commonwealth Games athletics campaign Friday, winning seven gold medals on the final day in Glasgow. Abbey Caldwell led a women's mile sweep while Lachie Kennedy's relay team defeated Olympic champions Canada, who were later disqualified. Australia's haul surpassed their previous best of six golds set in 1950.

7 News – Sport · 2 days ago

Why Richmond offer the best, win-win-win deal for Butters and Port Adelaide

Port Adelaide star Zak Butters has attracted interest from four Victorian clubs as a free agent, with Richmond emerging as a potential suitor. The Tigers hold the No.1 draft pick, allowing them to trade it directly for Butters while enabling Port to select academy prospect Dougie Cochrane at No.1.

The Age – Sport · 2 days ago

NRL ‘media cop’ to crackdown on negative coverage of game

The NRL is appointing a "media cop" to police commentators deemed too negative or having conflicts of interest, using an independent arbiter to determine sanctions. The crackdown, called "The Lancaster Rule," is included in the league's $5.3 billion broadcast deal with Nine, Foxtel and Sky NZ. Individuals must declare roles outside commentary.

The Age – Sport · 2 days ago

Glasgow hosts scaled-back 2026 Commonwealth Games with limited venues and access

Glasgow stepped in to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games after other cities withdrew, but scaled them back dramatically to just four venues with strict athlete quotas. The drastically reduced event lacks the buzz of previous Games, with minimal public transport infrastructure, few free spectator opportunities, and pay TV monopoly preventing most Scottish households from watching.

The Age – Sport · 2 days ago

Scottish Premiership: Mayo and Nisbet strike late to help Aberdeen stun Hearts

Aberdeen stunned Hearts 2-1 with two stoppage-time goals in their Scottish Premiership opener at Pittodrie on Saturday. Lewis Mayo equalized in the 90th minute before Kevin Nisbet converted a penalty in stoppage time after Stuart Findlay's red card. Hearts, seeking their first Pittodrie win in 14 visits, had led through Oisin McEntee's first-half.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 2 days ago

Yealimi Noh leads Women’s Open by three shots after Ryu Hae-ran stumbles

Yealimi Noh leads the Women's Open by three shots after South Korea's Ryu Hae-ran collapsed with five bogeys in round three at Royal Lytham and St Annes on Saturday. Ryu, seeking a third consecutive major championship win, held a four-shot lead before stumbling on.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 2 days ago

Transfer news: Welbeck joins Chelsea, Brentford complete record Sangaré deal

Chelsea signed Brighton striker Danny Welbeck for £5m on a two-year contract Wednesday. The 35-year-old, who scored 13 goals in 37 Premier League games last season, marks Chelsea's first transfer fee for a player over 26 since signing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in 2022. Brentford completed a club-record £39m deal for Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangaré.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 2 days ago

Amanda Staveley consortium agrees to buy 25.1% stake in West Ham United

Amanda Staveley's consortium agreed Saturday to buy the Gold family's 25.1% stake in West Ham United after Vanessa Gold decided to sell. The deal follows a collapsed agreement with Czech businessman Daniel Kretinsky. Staveley, who led Newcastle's Saudi takeover, heads the consortium alongside Mehrdad Ghodoussi and PCP Capital Partners, subject to existing shareholders' pre-emption rights.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 2 days ago

Sophie Cunningham says protests over transgender sports stance are not distracting Fever

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham said Friday that protests outside recent games over her transgender sports stance are not distracting the team. Rallies have occurred at the Fever's last two games, with supporters holding signs and transgender flags, though attendance remained small at around two dozen participants.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 2 days ago

Josh Fraser revolution continues as Carlton demolish Brisbane to stun AFL world

Carlton demolished Brisbane 154-78 on Saturday, ending the Lions' seven-game winning streak under caretaker coach Josh Fraser. Rising Star favorite Jagga Smith collected 29 possessions and two goals in the Blues' dominant performance. The victory moved Carlton into tenth place and a wildcard position, while Brisbane, the reigning premiers, conceded their second-highest score under coach Chris Fagan.

7 News – Sport · 3 days ago

Stewards' Cup attracts 28-horse field at final Glorious Goodwood day

The final day of Glorious Goodwood 2026 features the historic Stewards' Cup handicap at 3.35 p.m., where a 28-strong field competes in one of Flat racing's most prestigious races. The 186-year-old event attracts longshot bets, with runners available at odds up to 50-1 or higher. Far Above Dream leads the betting at 7-1.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 3 days ago

Tour de France Femmes starts nine-stage race with Ferrand-Prévot defending title

Tour de France Femmes began its nine-stage race around Lausanne on Sunday, with defending champion Pauline Ferrand-Prévot bidding to retain her title. Demi Vollering, winner of all three grand tours, leads the favorites. Today's 138-kilometer opening stage features four categorized climbs, offering opportunities for breakaway attempts ahead of the finish in Nice next Sunday.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 3 days ago

Boomtown Boss survives dramatic protest to win Aurie’s Star Handicap at Flemington

Boomtown Boss won the Group 3 Aurie's Star Handicap at Flemington on Wednesday, delivering Queensland trainer Tony Gollan a breakthrough after a troubled Brisbane winter campaign. The $13 chance defeated War Machine's scratching and a post-race protest from second-placed Royal Insignia's connections, who challenged jockey Daniel Moor's riding but stewards upheld the narrow victory.

7 News – Sport · 3 days ago

Sports journalist argues switching football allegiances reflects pragmatic emotional health choices

A sports journalist explores why football fans switch allegiances, citing his own journey from West Ham to Nottingham Forest to Millwall. He argues that emotional investment in a single club can be unhealthy, especially when supporters cannot control outcomes. The author suggests supporting multiple teams, including Italian club Napoli, reflects pragmatism rather than weakness.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 3 days ago

Adam Ramsay-Peaty wins bronze and silver, targets Los Angeles Olympics comeback

Double Olympic swimming champion Adam Ramsay-Peaty won bronze in the 100m and 50m breaststroke and silver in the 4x100m medley at the Commonwealth Games on Saturday. The 31-year-old criticized excessive press intrusion, stating "it has to stop," before pledging to peak again at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics after struggling to adapt to a new training program.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 3 days ago

Aasgaard strikes as Rangers start McInnes era with draw at Dundee United

Thelo Aasgaard scored in the 56th minute as Rangers drew 1-1 with Dundee United in Derek McInnes' managerial debut. Lachlan Rose gave United a first-half lead at Tannadice, but Rangers equalized after the break. Jesse Randall missed a late chance to win for the hosts, firing straight at goalkeeper Ivor Pandur.

The Guardian Australia – Sport · 3 days ago