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23 under 23: the young Australian athletes who will dominate LA 2028 and beyond
AFTER THE RESOUNDING success that was the 2024 Olympics, it appears Australia is on the verge of yet another sporting golden age. We say ‘yet another’ because the nation has hardly been doing it tough in terms of sporting success to this point. Sure, London 2012 and...
The unrelenting drive of walking quadriplegic David Mzee
At 22 years of age, David Mzee became a quadriplegic after suffering a severe spinal cord injury. 14 years later, he’s represented his nation in wheelchair rugby, is pioneering adaptive sports equipment, and through a life-changing medical breakthrough, is able to walk again. But perhaps most importantly, he never gave up
Why watching sports may be good for your wellbeing
Pull on your jersey and grab your remote, studies show catching a game can lead to positive brain changes. Score!
How Richie McCaw challenges himself after retirement
ON HIS DAY, Richie McCaw made for an intimidating presence on the rugby field. The 188cm, 107kg frame he maintained during his playing days helped, but it was McCaw’s hard-hitting playing style and reputation as an enforcer that made him an unstoppable force. A vocal...
Ethan Ewing Claims Second WSL Title At Bells Beach
In what can only be called the beginning of a family dynasty, 24-year-old Australian Ethan Ewing has won the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach. Ewing's victory comes exactly 40 years after his mother Helen Ewing, a trailblazer in women’s surfing, won the same event. “It’s...
Mark Webber On How F1 Became The World’s Coolest Sport
Well, that was exciting wasn’t it. In case you missed the drama and hi-jinks at the F1 Rolex Australian GP at Albert Park on the weekend, two-time world champion Max Verstappen claimed top spot on the podium. That much was kind of expected – Verstappen was racing from...
World’s Fastest Man Fred Kerley Is Ready To Put On A Show “I Want To Win Four Golds”
Fred Kerley is one of the fastest and most versatile runners in the world. He’s the only man to ever run sub-9.80 seconds in the 100m, sub-19.80 seconds in the 200m and sub-43.80 seconds in the 400m. And his blistering personal best 100 metre time of 9.76 seconds...
Nick Kyrgios Unsure Of Tennis Future As He Announces Break From Tennis
The Australian tennis star revealed his mother was dealing with health issues, prompting Kyrgios to announce he would be taking a break to spend time at home with his family.
“I’m Gonna Cook Him And Get The Finish In The Third Round” – Alexander Volkanovski Makes Bold Prediction Ahead Of UFC266
Here’s how the champ is preparing for his fight against Brian Ortega, and why a new generation of Australian UFC talent could be right round the corner.
The Laws Of Cricket Will Be Changed To Use Gender Neutral Term ‘Batters’
It might be considered the gentleman’s game, but cricket is looking to a more inclusive appeal by introducing the gender neutral term ‘batters’ to replace ‘batsman’.
Mark Philippoussis on Leaving The Thrills of Top-level Sport for Quieter Pleasures
Former tennis star Mark Philippoussis played a full-throttled game that mirrored his approach to life. Today, at 44, the man known widely as “Scud” is less an explosive force than a battle-hardened survivor, keen to leave his mark in areas far removed from sport. - by Dan Williams
Daniel Ricciardo Takes First F1 Grand Prix Win Since 2018
“Deep down I never lost faith or belief.”
Dylan Alcott Makes History With ‘Golden Slam’ After US Open Victory
Capping off what has been an incredible year, Alcott secured his fourth major singles title of 2021 following his Paralympic gold.
Watch Superhuman And CrossFit Games Athlete Rich Froning Crush An Off-Road Triathlon
Once again we find ourselves asking the question: Is there anything this man can’t do?
David Pocock Leads 300-Athlete Strong Campaign For Climate Action
Since retiring from rugby union in 2020, Pocock has focused his energies on conservation and climate activism. Now, he and hundreds of other athletes are calling for immediate climate action in a new campaign called The Cool Down.
Here’s Where Australia Landed on The World’s Sportiest Countries List
And yep, we make the top 10. - by Nikolina Ilic
Meet The Armless Table Tennis Player Captivating Fans At Paralympic Games
After losing both arms in a train accident at just 10-years-old, Ibrahim Hamadtou has trained hard and worked his way up in sport to become an elite athlete.
Peter Bol Continues To Dominate Track And Field With 800m Win In Poland
After capturing the hearts of a nation, Bol has backed up his inspiring Olympic performance with an incredible victory in the men’s 800 metres at a track and field meet in Poland.