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Jake Lehmann has enjoyed his highest ever knock in England with a century for Hampshire. (Matt Turner/AAP PHOTOS)

CricketPremiumBoof! Lehmanns enjoy county success in England

Jake Lehmann was a centurion for Hampshire in a losing cause while his father Darren has coached Northamptonshire to a key county championship win.

Ian Chadband

England's unstoppable Ollie Robinson strikes with the first ball in Pakistan's second innings. (AP PHOTO)

CricketPremiumDeadly seamer leads England towards Pakistan whitewash

Ollie Robinson starred with both bat and ball to hasten England's charge towards a 3-0 Test series clean sweep of Pakistan at Edgbaston.

Neil Squires

Cameron Myers, on a high after his Diamond League final win, is now after the Ultimate Championship. (EPA PHOTO)

AthleticsPremiumMyers out to lead Aussies to Ultimate athletics high

Cameron Myers and fellow 1500m hope Jess Hull are ready to lead a small but powerful Australian contingent at World Athletics' inaugural Ultimate Championship.

Mitch Phillips

Action from the AFL qualifying final between Fremantle Dockers and Hawthorn. Dockers fans

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Why Dockers fans must hold no fear for Cats

I’d never been a big subscriber to the idea that crowds impact games of football. But the Dockers’ past two home finals have swayed me and the Fremantle faithful must fire up on Friday night.

Jackson Barrett

Luke Jackson and Jordan Clark at training this week.

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ELLIS: The key match-up that can turn Freo’s finals fortunes

Last week was a nightmare for the Dockers, and the bright lights may have been too bright for some. Xavier Ellis looks at three important factors as Freo look to bounce back.

Xavier Ellis

Steelers celebrate winning the Eastern Goldfields Netball Association division one grand final against Sonix 41-38 last Friday.

NetballPremiumSeason leaders break long flag drought

Steelers 1 edged out Sonix 1 by three goals in the Eastern Goldfields Netball Association division one decider.

Neale Harvey

Boulder reserves coach Brenton Marr and Lewis Johns.

FootballPremiumJohns, Hinkley power Boulder to easy win

Boulder were convincing winners in the second semifinal of the Goldfields Football League reserves competition.

Neale Harvey

Norths’ Halle Worthington is the Eastern Goldfields Hockey Association J3-8 girls’ fairest-and-best player for 2026.

HockeyPremiumJunior high achievers crowned this week

Halle Worthington was a dominant player this season.

Neale Harvey

Mines are the Eastern Goldfields Hockey Association J3-8 boys premiers for 2026.

HockeyPremiumJunior finales produce tight contests

Mines claimed two of the four junior titles last weekend.

Neale Harvey

Brigades' Dylan Ralph and Rovers' Tom Denton.

FootballPremiumBrigades, Rovers prepare for premiership battle in decider

Back-to-back or rags-to-riches? The storyline will be decided on Saturday afternoon as Rovers and Brigades go head-to-head for premiership glory in the Community Bank Geraldton GNFL grand final. 

Rebecca Ruthven

Luke Jackson will be crucial for victory.

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The ultimate depth chart for do-or-die Dockers-cats clash

The West Australian has ranked every Fremantle and Geelong player based on their ability to have an impact in Friday night’s do-or-die semifinal.

Josh Kempton

Patrick Dangerfield

AFLVideoPremiumDocker defender puts his hand up to play on Dangerfield

Patrick Dangerfield routinely dominates finals and was best on ground last week, but one Fremantle defender has spent the week preparing to play on him and cannot wait for the opportunity.

Craig O'Donoghue

Last year’s junior sports star of the year Allen Griechen with Red Dust Holdings' Josh and Tanya Johnson.

Mid West Sport AwardsPremiumNominations open now for Mid West Sports Awards

The Mid West’s sporting community will gather to celebrate a year of accomplishments and contributions, with nominations for the 54th annual Crothers Construction Mid West Sport Awards open now. 

Rebecca Ruthven

Murchison, Swan and Australs all had premiership success in the GHA junior grand finals

HockeyPremiumJunior hockey deciders light up field in thrilling deciders

Geraldton’s junior hockey season came to a thrilling conclusion with Murchison, Swans and Australs taking out the four flags on offer in Friday’s grand finals played at Geraldton Hockey Stadium.

Derek Goforth

Railways have completed the three-peat in under-16s.

FootballPremiumRailways under-16s complete three-peat in GNJFL grand finals

Railways have plenty to be optimistic about with their future, with two sides bringing home premierships in Sunday’s Great Northern Junior Football League grand finals at the Recreation ground.

Rebecca Ruthven

The Dockers will be looking for a fast start after being stung by the Hawks' first-term flurry. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

AFLPremiumFierce finals furnace burns on slow-starting Dockers

Fremantle's record-breaking season is in danger of ending in a whimper unless they can defeat Geelong in Friday night's semi-final clash at Optus Stadium.

Justin Chadwick

Los Angeles Rams players prepare for a training session at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

NFLPremiumNo Donald, no problems as LA prepare to make a Ram raid

Los Angeles enter this NFL season as Super Bowl favourites, but they won't have one of their key players featuring in their opening game in Melbourne.

Sebastian Tan and Shayne Hope

Spanish leader Enric Mas has maintained the lead after the time trial at La Vuelta a Espana. (EPA PHOTO)

CyclingPremiumNo Mas capitulation as Spanish leader keeps Vuelta lead

Spain's Enric Mas has held on to his overall lead after the key individual time trial at La Vuelta a Espana.

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England have brought back Tatyana Heard for the clash with the Wallaroos. (Aaron Gillions/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumEngland Cup stars back from injury for Australia clash

England selectors have made several changes for their WXV Global Series opener against Australia at CorpAcq Stadium.

Duncan Bech

FIFA president Gianni Infantino proposed selling stakes in the World Cup to private equity. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumFrench soccer federation pulls support for Infantino

Gianni Infantino's bid for another term as FIFA president is becoming increasingly difficult, with the French Football Federation withdrawing its support.

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Napheesa Collier scored 19 points to help the US to a convincing quarter-final win over Hungary. (AP PHOTO)

BasketballPremiumUS women storm past Hungary into FIBA World Cup semis

The US women's basketball team booked their place in the semi-finals of the FIBA World Cup - and a possible clash with Australia - by thumping Hungary.

Doug Feinberg

Sport. WAFL. First Semi Final. Perth Demons v East Perth Royals at Mineral Resources Park in Lathlain. Royal Scott Jones collects Demon Charlie Dean high.

WAFLVideoPremiumA Royal pain: Jones fails in bid to overturn ban

East Perth's hopes of reaching a third straight WAFL grand final have taken a massive hit with ruck star Scott Jones failing in his bid to overturn his rough conduct ban.

Jake Santa Maria

Luke Jackson of the Dockers handballs whilst being tackled by Mitchell Edwards.

AFLVideoPremiumFrom trainee to rival: Cat looking to stop action Jackson

Geelong ruckman Mitch Edwards wants to use the skills he took from Fremantle superstar Luke Jackson as a teenager to end the All-Australian’s season in the cut-throat semifinal at Optus Stadium on Friday night.

Mitchell Woodcock

Shai Bolton of the Dockers is tackled by Jai Newcombe.

AFL VideoPremiumTrio of flag stars tipped to help Freo’s finals fight

A trio of Fremantle stars who have all tasted premiership success at other clubs have been backed to respond with the Dockers promising finals campaign on the line. 

Samantha Rogers