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A dynamic rugby league action shot. A player in a red and blue jersey jumps to catch a high ball, while two players in blue and white striped jerseys appear to be attempting to block.

NRL Cracks Down on Blocking Tactics Ahead of Roosters’ Crucial Match

Seraphina Hayes2 months ago1 month ago03 mins

The National Rugby League (NRL) has issued a stern directive to referees, ordering them to clamp down on blocking tactics that have been hampering high-flying wingers. This move comes as the Sydney Roosters, known for their dynamic wingers, prepare for a sudden-death clash at Shark Park. The new rules aim to level the playing field,…

Two racehorses, Sir Delius and Vauban, stand on a green racetrack field, held by trainers in dark uniforms. The horses are adorned with racing gear, with a racetrack and clear sky in the background, symbolizing their preparation for the Melbourne and Sydney Cups in September 2025 under the guidance of trainer Gai Waterhouse.

Sir Delius and Vauban Set to Blaze Separate Trails in Spring Cups Campaigns

Seraphina Hayes2 months ago1 month ago03 mins

The horse racing community is buzzing with excitement as Sir Delius and Vauban, two top-tier contenders, prepare to take divergent routes this spring, targeting the legendary Melbourne and Sydney Cups. The strategic decision, revealed through a Just Horse Racing post on X, showcases the clever planning by their training teams to maximise their shot at…

Two motorcyclists, Josh Waters (left) and Anthony West (right), racing closely on their superbikes at Phillip Island. Waters' red bike (No. 10) and West's blue bike (No. 7) navigate a wet and dry track, highlighting their intense rivalry in the ASBK Championship.

Waters and West Shine in Thrilling ASBK Round at Phillip Island

Seraphina Hayes2 months ago1 month ago06 mins

PHILLIP ISLAND, VIC – Round 6 of the mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) delivered a ripper of a weekend at Phillip Island, with seasoned campaigners Josh Waters and Anthony West stealing the show in challenging conditions. The two-day meet, held on September 6-7 and backed by the Victorian Government’s Significant Sporting Events Program,…

A dynamic image of racehorse Pericles, with a jockey in blue and white silks, galloping powerfully on a dirt track at Randwick Racecourse.

Pericles Triumphs Again at Tramway Stakes, Marks Godolphin’s Historic Milestone

Seraphina Hayes2 months ago1 month ago05 mins

In a thrilling display of equine prowess, Pericles has clinched his second Tramway Stakes victory, etching his name further into racing history while delivering a landmark achievement for Godolphin. The win, celebrated at Randwick Racecourse on Saturday, marks the first black type success for the global racing powerhouse under its newly adopted public training system—a…

A woman in a blue blazer speaks at a press conference on the steps of a courthouse.

Australian Activist Faces $200,000 Fine for Comments on Men in Women’s Sports

Seraphina Hayes3 months ago1 month ago04 mins

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — An Australian women’s rights activist is at the center of a legal storm after being fined for stating that biological men should not compete in women’s sports, a ruling that has ignited global debate. Kirralie Smith, spokeswoman for Binary Australia, faces a potential penalty of up to $200,000 following a New South…