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The crisis surrounding Australian football has deepened with a key member of the sport's governing body stepping aside for health reasons as the search continues for a replacement for sacked Matildas coach Alen Stajcic.

British tennis star Andy Murray posts images on Instagram of him recovering after an operation which he hopes will alleviate the hip pain threatening to force him into early retirement.

United Arab Emirates fans don't take kindly to their side's 4-0 semi-final defeat at the Asian Cup against bitter rivals Qatar, throwing their shoes on the pitch in an insult.

Police release Melbourne Cup-winning horse trainer Darren Weir and two other men without charge as they investigate allegations relating to the corruption of betting results and animal cruelty.

Overtures are being made for a new sports oval in Alice Springs after Cricket Australia decided Traeger Park was unfit to host a Big Bash League match between the Adelaide Strikers and the Perth Scorchers next month.

Eight years ago Jarrod Lyle hit the headlines for his memorable hole-in-one at the Phoenix Open — this weekend the tournament will have a memorial for the late Australian.

Rich celebrities, sportspeople and entrepreneurs would be hit with higher taxes on money earned through their "fame or image" as part of a Federal Government crackdown, but tax experts warn that people wanting to evade stronger laws could move their residency elsewhere.

It's ironic that the fast-paced, power-packed sprint of the Big Bash League has turned into a marathon season that seems to be dragging on, writes Richard Hinds.

Carlton's Alex Fasolo breaks his arm while drinking on Australia Day, joining Port Adelaide's Ollie Wines on the list of AFL players injured on Saturday.

The 2019 Australian Open brought us some dramatic finals, but there were also a few great moments in between. Here are some that made this tournament one to remember.

Novak Djokovic produces a breathtaking performance to blitz Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open final but his record seventh crown seemed "highly unlikely" 12 months ago.

Novak Djokovic wins a record seventh Australian Open title in emphatic fashion, putting on a sheer masterclass to outplay Rafael Nadal from first game to last.

Tennis Australia wants Bernard Tomic to be considered for Davis Cup selection again, despite Lleyton Hewitt declaring he will never be selected while he is captain.

FFA boss Chris Nikou says he believes the "unanimous" board decision to sack Matildas coach Alen Stajcic was the right one, and will help the playing group both now and in the future.

Marcus Stoinis's inclusion in the extended Test squad ends Mitch Marsh's reign as Australia's go-to allrounder in five day cricket.

The first time she popped a bottle of champagne was on the winner's podium of the one of the country's most important races: Meet 18-year-old Sarah Gigante, the cyclist beating the sport's best.

With more than two-million visitors through the turnstiles for over 40 major events, it has been a busy first 12 months for Perth Stadium — and there is plenty to come in 2019.

Amid a tearful meltdown after squandering three championship points, Naomi Osaka gave herself a simple message before fighting back to win the women's Australian Open title.

Pat Cummins took the glory as Sri Lanka wilted in Brisbane, with Australia romping to a massive first Test win inside three days. But aside from the result, was there actually much for the Aussies to be cheery about?

Tim Paine heaps praise on his star bowler Pat Cummins after the paceman demolished Sri Lanka at the Gabba, while also pointing out the future looks bright thanks to the side's latest recruits.