A Western Bulldogs draftee has been medically retired from the AFL following a significant head injury suffered during pre-season.

Stephen Hoiles has described Australia's Super Rugby Pacific academy system as "flawed" while questioning NSW's player management.

Helmut Marko has labelled claims that Daniel Ricciardo could be replaced during the next Formula 1 race weekend as "nonsense".

The NRL is investigating an incident where a spectator allegedly threw an object in the direction of touch judge Matt Noyen on Friday night.

Ring Announcer Dan Hennessey has apologised for his "s---storm of a performance" after he declared the wrong winner in a WBA title fight.

The news hadn't been made official but the star driver made it as good as confirmed when he let slip in a post-race interview.

If you had questions about the match-up, then you're certainly going to love the price of admission.

A former F1 driver has vented his frustration over the lack of clarity about red flag procedures at the end of the Indianapolis 500.

Caroline Wilson says the AFL has a lot to learn after the tragic death of former GWS and Fremantle player Cam McCarthy.

Injured star Adam Doueihi has been offered a new deal by the struggling Wests Tigers - but it would come with a heavy paycut.

Matthew Lloyd says he agrees with the sentiment of St Kilda youngster Mattaes Phillipou's manager's controversial tweet.

Former NSW skipper Paul Gallen believes selectors should pick Jarome Luai to fill the void left in the halves by Nathan Cleary.

AFL umpiring boss Stephen McBurney met with Geelong coach Chris Scott after the Cats leader's lengthy rules discussion in round nine.

NSW star Jessica Sergis has made a bold statement ahead of the women's State of Origin opener, labeling the Sky Blues as the 'underdogs.'

A 29-year-old stepped into the ring for the first time as a professional on Sunday. He was knocked out and died after being rushed to hospital.

Caroline Wilson says the AFL is more concerned about the optics of homophobic slurs, instead of educating players using them.

Matthew Lloyd thinks it wouldn't be the right choice for Richmond to offer Dustin Martin a new contract at season's end.

Brad Fittler believes Michael Maguire will "enjoy" his first series in charge of NSW, despite a horror injury toll facing the Blues coach.

Parramatta great Ron Lynch has passed away at the age of 84. He played well over 200 games, representing both NSW and Australia.

Josh Worrell's injury and a controversial finish to their clash with Brisbane in round nine has left Adelaide in a tough spot.

Eddie McGuire says while the AFL weighs up whether they introduce Darwin as the 20th team, the Suns should make it their own.

EXCLUSIVE: Australian marathoner Liam Adams and a Chilean are devastated and shocked after a controversial World Athletics move.

What was thought to be back soreness has turned out to be a separate issue for Magpie Jamie Elliott, who will be ruled out in the short term.

Harry Grant will head to the NRL judiciary on Tuesday, with the Storm hooker set to fight his dangerous contact charge.