Mary Fowler has become a football superstar.

'Crazy' realisation as Fowler's rapid rise hit home

"It's quite crazy to me," says Matildas hero Mary Fowler, pondering her rise from humble beginnings to football superstardom.

Cathy Freeman stands with the Olympic torch after lighting the cauldron during the opening ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

Four words when I was nine shaped my Olympic dream

As an impressionable, sports loving child a moment at 4.27am in 1993 shaped me more than most. Now, my Olympic story has taken a special turn.

Karl Stefanovic with Mike Sneesby on their visit to the IOC in Switzerland (left) and Lauren Jackson's Opals (right).

You've never watched the Olympics like this before

Paris 2024 is 100 days away. I can't wait to show Australia how far we've come in the way we broadcast an Olympics, writes Nine CEO Mike Sneesby.

NSW coach Michael Maguire.

Struggling club pushing for shock Madge return

Michael Maguire could be back at the Rabbitohs next season, while a former Knights prospect is looking for an NRL return.

Toby Greene says he has hidden concussion symptoms before.

'Of course': Giants skipper's shock concussion admission

GWS captain Toby Greene has confessed he has failed to report some concussion symptoms suffered early in his career.

'Bunker down': Origin coach sends stern Latrell message

Michael Maguire has left the door open for Latrell Mitchell to play State of Origin - but he's challenged the struggling star.

Ben Cousins was part of the Eagles family day at the start of the season.

AFL responds to Ben Cousins' Hall of Fame claims

The AFL says that while Ben Cousins has not be inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame, the conversations may be had in the future.

Slater was emotional post surf.

Slater fights tears as retirement realisation hits home

An emotional Kelly Slater has held back tears after being eliminated from the Margaret River Pro, as his decorated career hangs in the balance.

Benji Marshall. West Tigers.

Teams: Recruit axed as Benji makes big Tigers calls

Coach Benji Marshall has swung the axe on Jayden Sullivan, with the Wests Tigers spine getting another shake-up for their Panthers clash.

Luke Beveridge.

Saints coach leaps to defence of under fire rival

Ross Lyon has defended under fire Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge after a poor start to the AFL season.

Will Harrison is the toast of NSW.

The emotional backstory to wild Waratahs scenes

Will Harrison's nerveless kicks to first level with, and then beat, the defending champion Crusaders, carried extra meaning for two proud Randwick men.

Lions goal sneak learns Tribunal fate for sling tackle

Brisbane Lions forward Charlie Cameron has had his sling tackle against Dee Jake Lever downgraded. He's now free to play this week.

Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe.

Misfiring megastars in unrivalled football drama

Eighteen goals. Talking points aplenty. And, crucially, all four Champions League quarter-finals matchups are still very much alive.

Luke Beveridge signed a two-year deal at the end of 2023.

Beveridge snarls at 'crisis' suggestions at the Dogs

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says his club isn't going through a "rebuild", because he doesn't believe in them.

Roosters superstar confirms new home after NRL exit

Joey Manu has confirmed he will leave the Sydney Roosters at the end of 2024, signing with Japanese rugby club Toyota Verblitz.

'I'm grateful': Former Suns AFL player signs NFL deal

Former Gold Coast Suns player Patrick Murtagh has confirmed his switch to yet another NFL team.

Tszyu's Australian rematch in tatters over 'threat'

Sebastian Fundora's camp has made a startling claim about "an individual with a clear Australian accent", casting a shadow over a rematch.

Ibtihaj Muhammad. Female Fencing. First athlete to wear hijab at the Olympics.

French athletes barred from wearing hijab at home Olympics

The French government has been slammed for the decision to ban their athletes from wearing the hijab during sporting events.

Queensland Reds Tate McDermott and Fraser McReight after being sent off in Whangarei.

'Deliberate abuse': Reds stars slapped with bans

The Queensland Reds have been hit with a damaging double blow as two Wallabies stars were suspended for their red card offences.

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts to a putt on the 18th green during the second round of the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 07, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Rumours of $1.3b deal tie McIlroy to startling backflip

Rory McIlroy, arguably LIV Golf's most fiercest critic, has been linked with a bombshell $1.3 billion move to the Saudi-backed league.

Slater applauds NRL's 'perfect' hip-drop verdict

Billy Slater believes the decision from the match review committee to fine Storm's Ryan Papenhuyzen for a hip-drop was the "perfect" outcome.

'Every chance': Souths coach drops surprise No.1 hint

Jye Gray is "every chance" to hold onto the fullback spot at South Sydney, potentially pushing Latrell Mitchell to the centres.

Struggling Maxwell drops himself from IPL team

Glenn Maxwell indefinite leave from IPL playing duties, revealing he needs a "mental and physical break" from cricket.

'Ridiculous behaviour' slammed in Chelsea rout

Chelsea won the the match 6-0 but the thumping victory was overshadowed by a "selfish" moment after the team was awarded a penalty.

Phil Gould

'I don't like that': Gus calls for end to golden point

Phil Gould and Paul Gallen have clashed over the need for golden point, with the Bulldogs general manager calling for it to be abolished.

Frank Lomani turned to face the crowd after an alleged racial slur.

Spectator cleared of racial abuse allegations

A Super Rugby Pacific investigation has found that allegations of racial abuse towards a Fijian Drua player "could not be substantiated."

Aussie WWE champ dealt devastating injury blow

Australia's own Rhea Ripley has been forced to vacate her WWE title after suffering a shoulder injury in the wake of WrestleMania.

NRL's worst-kept secret confirmed as Lomax departs

Zac Lomax will officially move to the Parramatta Eels in 2025, with the club confirming a four-year deal for the Dragons star.

Rabbitohs coach Jason Demetriou says he'll have his job for at least the next week.

Souths send message in major coaching shake up

A major change to South Sydney's coaching staff is reportedly on the cards for the embattled Jason Demetriou.

Chinese race under fire for 'extremely odd' moment

Kenya's Willy Mnangat is under scrutiny after allowing He Jie to win the Beijing Half Marahton in "extremely odd" fashion.