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Gold medallists to lead Australian team

In a major break from tradition, athletes at the Olympic Games this year can use free phones to snap their golden moment.

For a little over two weeks, the eyes of the sporting world will be on the French capital as thousands of athletes gather for the biggest event on the planet.

Tennis stars from around the world are battling it out for the chance to lift the trophies in front of famous faces and excited crowds.

Wayne Jason Wakefield has been released from court after a more serious trafficking charge was dropped.

The West Coast Eagles have "mutually agreed" to part ways with senior coach Adam Simpson, effective immediately.

Amy Dixon, who has three sons, started an online petition asking whether she was being a prude for wanting the ban.

A disgraced AFL fan has been forced to issue a public apology for vile racial abuse he directed at Adelaide Crows star Izak Rankine online.

His legal team had argued he should be awarded costs because woman's claim should never have been pursued.

Usman Khawaja has accused the opposition leader of stoking Islamophobia with comments about Muslim candidates potentially winning seats at the next federal election.

The international swimming federation says its executive director has been ordered to testify as a witness in a US criminal investigation.

The federal government is set to announce a record Olympic and Paralympic sport funding package in an attempt to boost the medal haul in Brisbane, as well as Los Angeles 2028.

The Sky Blues were unable to fight back against a dominant Maroons squad.

Adelaide Thunderbirds star Taylor Williams has shed light on her private battle with endometriosis in an exclusive chat with 9News.

Police say the betting scheme led to hundreds of thousands of dollars being paid out in winnings.

An ex-NSW police officer has been accused of lying to a court about the contents of text messages during the sexual assault trial of NRL star Jack de Belin.

Two boys, aged just 16, have been charged over an alleged assault that left two men critically.

David Koch has emerged as a potential candidate to become the chairman of the AFL commission, with Eddie McGuire revealing he is "lobbying" for the role.

German police say they have shot and wounded a man who was threatening them with an axe and a firebomb.

Michael Maguire has made five changes to his side ahead of a must-win State of Origin game two.

While they compete on the world stage, day-to-day they're also working in normal job.

The funds will go towards reviving the Leichhardt Oval, including building a new grandstand and women's change room.

A spectator thought "this is just too beautiful not to have a video". Then all of a sudden the bull was loose.

Also recognised were incoming governor-general Samantha Mostyn, Test cricket great Glenn McGrath, late former opposition leader Simon Crean and comedian Hamish Blake.

Brian To'o backed up a spirited effort in the State of Origin opener to put the Panthers on the board.

Iga Swiatek dominated Jasmine Paolini in straight sets to continue her dominance on clay, and win her fourth French title in five years.

The 39-year-old will face court over the alleged abuse of the teenage girl in 2009.

Albert S Ruddy met with underworld bosses when they threatened his life over the iconic movie.

A 38-year-old man has been left with a broken jaw after he was allegedly assaulted during an Oztag match in Sydney last night.

Dairy-loving daredevils threw caution to the wind for one of Britain’s most extreme annual events: Cheese rolling.

A mother of two from Rolleston is questioning tough rules around freshwater fishing after experiencing what she views as heavy handed enforcement by Fish and Game.

The American golf champion described his detention as a "big misunderstanding" during a "chaotic situation.

The family of Michael Schumacher has won legal action against the publisher of a magazine which printed an artificial intelligence-generated interview with the Formula 1 great.

Elite Australian athletes have joined forces to promote positive body image and mental well-being among young athletes, particularly girls. 

Usyk is the first undisputed heavyweight world champion in 25 years, defeating Fury after a split decision move.

Des Hasler is suing his former club over his messy exit.

The NRL chief said it was "very disappointing" to hear about the allegation.

The 80-year-old was leaving a game two weeks ago when she was hit by a man on an e-scooter.

More than 2500 people have been evacuated from Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre after its solar panels caught fire.

Tears have been shed in a courtroom as a magistrate ruled ex-NRL star George Burgess did not sexually touch a woman without her consent.

From Marseille, the Torch will pass through the hands of 10,000 bearers before it arrives in Paris.

Player Jennifer Hermoso claimed the kiss Luis Rubiales gave her was unsolicited and without consent.

Excitement is building in the southern French city of Marseille, where a majestic three-mast ship carrying the Olympic torch arrived from Greece ahead of a welcoming ceremony.

AFL players are facing an alarming surge in online abuse from anonymous trolls, prompting calls for intervention.

Nicho Hynes and Kyle Flanagan come together after the latter tackled the halfback after he kicked it.

Manly Sea Eagles player Keith Titmuss, 20, suffered a seizure after an indoor workout session at the club's base.

Nathan Buckley's items from his long football career went up for auction today.

The tactics "squeeze" independent candidates from canvassing votes, a court has heard.

Darren had fished for 14 hours without a single bite. Then he changed bait.