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6 May 2024

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New Zealand Sevens sides secure Singapore double
It puts both sides in a great spot with the Paris Olympics two months away.

Phoenix’s semifinal opponent revealed after A-League classic
Paul Izzo has inspired Melbourne Victory to one of the greatest-ever A-League Men escapes as they rose from the ashes to beat City on penalties.

Sharks get first points with brute force
Oregon Kaufusi was an unlikely first tryscorer as Cronulla ended a stalemate.

Waratahs hit rock bottom as resurgent Reds put hands up for Wallabies
Serious questions must be asked about the Waratahs’ effort in their heavy defeat to the Hurricanes, while Test coach Joe Schmidt will have been delighted at the Reds’ win over the Crusaders in Christchurch.

Hunt's class puts Ravalawa over
Ben Hunt continued his brilliant form to deliver another try assist for the Dragons.

Penrith’s secret meeting with Titans back-rower David Fifita
The Maroons star was due to fly into Sydney on Sunday afternoon to meet with Panthers coach Ivan Cleary about potentially replacing James Fisher-Harris from next year.

Trip lands Sloan on report
Tyrell Sloan was put on report for a trip on Sione Katoa in the second half.

Atkins hoping Bullock can lead Scholl Deep to Gunnedah success
The 1250m gallop could prove a prominent form reference around the region over the next month.

'It's been tough': Bird reflects on career
The Dragons weren't able to come away with a win for Jack Bird's milestone match but he was still in a grateful mood.

Can all fit hookers report to the Waratahs? NSW injury crisis reaches crazy levels
The Waratahs will hand their No.2 jersey to a part-time concreter from western Sydney this week, amid an unprecedented run of front-row injuries.

Beveridge keeps faith as pressure grows
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge expects the scrutiny to come but he won’t deviate from his plan to make the Bulldogs a genuine contender.

Sharks star emerges as new Origin contender
Michael Chammas reveals Michael Maguire’s call to Sharks star ahead of Origin selections.

Recap: Black Ferns and ABs Sevens win finals in Singapore
It was double delight for New Zealand as the women’s and men’s teams both won their finals in Singapore on Sunday night.

Thousands run Belfast roads as marathon under way
There are numerous road closures as more than 18,000 participants make their way across the city.

Record run: Australia’s fastest woman helps end 24-year Olympic drought
A squad anchored by Torrie Lewis has smashed the national 4x100m record for the second time this year to claim an automatic spot at the Paris Olympics.

Fifita set for meeting with defending Premiers
David Fifita could be moving states as he meets with the Penrith Panthers.

Back for the future: McDonald move turns Dees around
The player who has Melbourne back in town, Hawkins left hungry again, Essendon learn to play like Merrett, and don’t argue with this comparison.

Race-by-race preview and tips for Monday meeting at Gunnedah
Everything you need to make your selections for the NSW feature meeting.

NRL Highlights: Sharks v Dragons - Round 9
Cronulla Sharks host St George Dragons in Round 9 of the 2024 NRL Premiership at PointsBet Stadium, Sydney.

Flanagan laments errors as Sharks outlast Dragons on miserable afternoon
Cronulla remain at the top of the table following a hard-earned win over the Dragons at PointsBet Stadium.

McCarthy suffers knee injury
Brisbane Lions star Lincoln McCarthy helped off the ground during clash with Gold Coast Suns.