The Wallaroos did not have a memorable Pacific Four Series, losing three times. At times they played some good rugby that included a great half against the USA. But when push came to shove against all three teams, they just could not match them. Were expectations a bit high? Probably. The Black Ferns game was […]
‘Pretty emotional’: Tears flow after Maroons debutant’s bittersweet journey from tragedy to Origin
J’maine Hopgood spent his first afternoon as a Queensland Maroon telling Billy Slater how it could have been very different. The hard-running Parramatta tackling machine, with an offload to boot, was ready to give up on rugby league and become a carpenter when he left school as a 15-year-old. The Hervey Bay talent, whose dad […]
After more than two decades on tour, what are Rafael Nadal’s five biggest moments?
Roland Garros looks likely to be the last tournament of Rafael Nadal’s illustrious 23-year career. Without doubt the French Open was the Major in which the Spaniard enjoyed his best tennis. Nadal’s performances on clay were the most dominant the sport has ever seen on a particular surface – and make up 14 of his […]
Origin News: Maguire explains brutal Tedesco call, Hynes on track to play, Jake shocked to get captaincy
Michael Maguire says he has not discussed James Tedesco’s State of Origin future with him, after making the “tough” call to axe Australia’s Test captain from the NSW team. Maguire on Monday said he went with a gut decision in picking Dylan Edwards ahead of Tedesco for the Origin series opener, praising the Penrith fullback’s […]
Who let the Dog out? Ryan credits fringe Wallaby for unleashing huge potential – ‘he’s always barking at me’
Jock Campbell might never have the Wallabies career his many fans think he deserves, but he is proving king maker for one of the hottest young talents in the game. Tim Ryan’s arrival at the Reds has been nothing short of spectacular. On Saturday, Ryan scored his second hat-trick of tries in his seven-game career, […]