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February 1, 2026 at 7:42 AM
Jonathan "The Captain" Micallef gets the submission early in Round 2!
Micallef sleeps rival Oban Elliott with a rear naked choke!
#UFC325
Micallef sleeps rival Oban Elliott with a rear naked choke!
#UFC325
February 1, 2026 at 12:44 AM
Jonathan "The Captain" Micallef gets the submission early in Round 2!
Micallef sleeps rival Oban Elliott with a rear naked choke!
#UFC325
Micallef sleeps rival Oban Elliott with a rear naked choke!
#UFC325
Dom Mar Fan has cashed his ticket to the UFC after he defeated SangWook Kim in the Road To UFC Season 4 lightweight final!
The Brisbane product got the U-Decision in front of the Qudos Bank Arena crowd!
#UFC325
The Brisbane product got the U-Decision in front of the Qudos Bank Arena crowd!
#UFC325
January 31, 2026 at 11:44 PM
Dom Mar Fan has cashed his ticket to the UFC after he defeated SangWook Kim in the Road To UFC Season 4 lightweight final!
The Brisbane product got the U-Decision in front of the Qudos Bank Arena crowd!
#UFC325
The Brisbane product got the U-Decision in front of the Qudos Bank Arena crowd!
#UFC325
Lawrence Lui secures his UFC ticket as he defeats Sulangrangbo by split decision!
Lui gives City Kickboxing their first win of the evening!
#UFC325
Lui gives City Kickboxing their first win of the evening!
#UFC325
January 31, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Lawrence Lui secures his UFC ticket as he defeats Sulangrangbo by split decision!
Lui gives City Kickboxing their first win of the evening!
#UFC325
Lui gives City Kickboxing their first win of the evening!
#UFC325
76ers forward Paul George has been suspended 25 games for violating the league's anti-drug policy after taking 'improper medication', the NBA announced.
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January 31, 2026 at 9:27 PM
76ers forward Paul George has been suspended 25 games for violating the league's anti-drug policy after taking 'improper medication', the NBA announced.
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"I won't be one of those guys that won't be able to walk off the court." 👀
LeBron referencing MJ when it comes to his battle with Father Time.
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LeBron referencing MJ when it comes to his battle with Father Time.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:14 AM
"I won't be one of those guys that won't be able to walk off the court." 👀
LeBron referencing MJ when it comes to his battle with Father Time.
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LeBron referencing MJ when it comes to his battle with Father Time.
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We hate to see it 😔
Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has undergone season-ending surgery on his left ankle, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.
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Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has undergone season-ending surgery on his left ankle, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:59 PM
We hate to see it 😔
Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has undergone season-ending surgery on his left ankle, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.
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Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has undergone season-ending surgery on his left ankle, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.
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Volk won't be playing it safe against Diego Lopes... or anytime soon! 👊
It's been 2,996 days since Alexander Volkanovski last fought in Sydney. A lot has changed since then, but a late-career lingering UFC narrative remains a constant.
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It's been 2,996 days since Alexander Volkanovski last fought in Sydney. A lot has changed since then, but a late-career lingering UFC narrative remains a constant.
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January 27, 2026 at 10:47 PM
Volk won't be playing it safe against Diego Lopes... or anytime soon! 👊
It's been 2,996 days since Alexander Volkanovski last fought in Sydney. A lot has changed since then, but a late-career lingering UFC narrative remains a constant.
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It's been 2,996 days since Alexander Volkanovski last fought in Sydney. A lot has changed since then, but a late-career lingering UFC narrative remains a constant.
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WHAT WAS THAT?? 😲 😲
Jean Silva stood on Arnold Allen's back and then jumped off of him at #UFC324!!
Silva then took the W via unanimous decision!
Jean Silva stood on Arnold Allen's back and then jumped off of him at #UFC324!!
Silva then took the W via unanimous decision!
January 25, 2026 at 2:58 AM
WHAT WAS THAT?? 😲 😲
Jean Silva stood on Arnold Allen's back and then jumped off of him at #UFC324!!
Silva then took the W via unanimous decision!
Jean Silva stood on Arnold Allen's back and then jumped off of him at #UFC324!!
Silva then took the W via unanimous decision!
"Not only would I not rush back, I'd encourage those coming to Melbourne Park to skip the queues and look elsewhere"
Shake Shack is finally here! But is its Australian Open debut an ace?
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Shake Shack is finally here! But is its Australian Open debut an ace?
ESPN's Jake Michaels writes 📝: spr.ly/6007C7OxU
January 23, 2026 at 1:32 AM
"Not only would I not rush back, I'd encourage those coming to Melbourne Park to skip the queues and look elsewhere"
Shake Shack is finally here! But is its Australian Open debut an ace?
ESPN's Jake Michaels writes 📝: spr.ly/6007C7OxU
Shake Shack is finally here! But is its Australian Open debut an ace?
ESPN's Jake Michaels writes 📝: spr.ly/6007C7OxU
Not the Battle of the Boroughs we would've hoped for.... 😬
The Knicks CRUSH the Nets 120-66 – with Brooklyn's 66 points being the fewest by any team in a game since 2016.
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The Knicks CRUSH the Nets 120-66 – with Brooklyn's 66 points being the fewest by any team in a game since 2016.
#NBA
January 22, 2026 at 3:25 AM
Not the Battle of the Boroughs we would've hoped for.... 😬
The Knicks CRUSH the Nets 120-66 – with Brooklyn's 66 points being the fewest by any team in a game since 2016.
#NBA
The Knicks CRUSH the Nets 120-66 – with Brooklyn's 66 points being the fewest by any team in a game since 2016.
#NBA
BREAKING: Retired Australian basketballer AJ Ogilvy has come out as gay. 🌈
The three-time All-NBL first team center made the announcement in an interview with Adelaide 36ers star Isaac Humphries as part of the #NBL's fourth annual pride round.
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The three-time All-NBL first team center made the announcement in an interview with Adelaide 36ers star Isaac Humphries as part of the #NBL's fourth annual pride round.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:45 AM
BREAKING: Retired Australian basketballer AJ Ogilvy has come out as gay. 🌈
The three-time All-NBL first team center made the announcement in an interview with Adelaide 36ers star Isaac Humphries as part of the #NBL's fourth annual pride round.
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The three-time All-NBL first team center made the announcement in an interview with Adelaide 36ers star Isaac Humphries as part of the #NBL's fourth annual pride round.
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World Rugby have revealed the eight host stadiums for Rugby World Cup 2027 with Australia's famous MCG NOT on the list‼🤔
January 21, 2026 at 11:18 PM
World Rugby have revealed the eight host stadiums for Rugby World Cup 2027 with Australia's famous MCG NOT on the list‼🤔
End of the road for Paps? 🏉
Former #NRL Melbourne star Ryan Papenhuyzen has revealed how a late season head knock against Brisbane was the key moment he decided to step away from the game and prioritise his health.
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Former #NRL Melbourne star Ryan Papenhuyzen has revealed how a late season head knock against Brisbane was the key moment he decided to step away from the game and prioritise his health.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:25 PM
End of the road for Paps? 🏉
Former #NRL Melbourne star Ryan Papenhuyzen has revealed how a late season head knock against Brisbane was the key moment he decided to step away from the game and prioritise his health.
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Former #NRL Melbourne star Ryan Papenhuyzen has revealed how a late season head knock against Brisbane was the key moment he decided to step away from the game and prioritise his health.
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Western Sydney sacked their manager on Tuesday, but Joey Lynch says the issues run far deeper than that...
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January 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Western Sydney sacked their manager on Tuesday, but Joey Lynch says the issues run far deeper than that...
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Brooklyn Beckham has launched a scathing attack on his parents, David and Victoria Beckham... 👀
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January 20, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Brooklyn Beckham has launched a scathing attack on his parents, David and Victoria Beckham... 👀
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WHAT A MOMENT!
Aussie qualifier Dane Sweeny has defeated Gael Monfils 6-7, 7-5, 6-4, 7-5.
It's the world No. 182's first ever win at a Grand Slam.
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Aussie qualifier Dane Sweeny has defeated Gael Monfils 6-7, 7-5, 6-4, 7-5.
It's the world No. 182's first ever win at a Grand Slam.
Follow along LIVE: spr.ly/6006C4iCg
January 20, 2026 at 8:12 AM
WHAT A MOMENT!
Aussie qualifier Dane Sweeny has defeated Gael Monfils 6-7, 7-5, 6-4, 7-5.
It's the world No. 182's first ever win at a Grand Slam.
Follow along LIVE: spr.ly/6006C4iCg
Aussie qualifier Dane Sweeny has defeated Gael Monfils 6-7, 7-5, 6-4, 7-5.
It's the world No. 182's first ever win at a Grand Slam.
Follow along LIVE: spr.ly/6006C4iCg
January 20, 2026 at 4:20 AM
BREAKING: The Dolphins are hiring former Packers DC Jeff Hafley as their head coach.
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January 19, 2026 at 10:28 PM
BREAKING: The Dolphins are hiring former Packers DC Jeff Hafley as their head coach.
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Bills have fired HC Sean McDermott.
After a heartbreaking loss to the Broncos, Buffalo have decided to move on quick.
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After a heartbreaking loss to the Broncos, Buffalo have decided to move on quick.
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January 19, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Bills have fired HC Sean McDermott.
After a heartbreaking loss to the Broncos, Buffalo have decided to move on quick.
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After a heartbreaking loss to the Broncos, Buffalo have decided to move on quick.
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“I just want to do Australia proud.” 🇦🇺
In a sit-down with ESPN, top-ranked Aussie Alex de Minaur reflects on his best season yet and his #AusOpen ambitions.
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In a sit-down with ESPN, top-ranked Aussie Alex de Minaur reflects on his best season yet and his #AusOpen ambitions.
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January 19, 2026 at 12:52 AM
“I just want to do Australia proud.” 🇦🇺
In a sit-down with ESPN, top-ranked Aussie Alex de Minaur reflects on his best season yet and his #AusOpen ambitions.
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In a sit-down with ESPN, top-ranked Aussie Alex de Minaur reflects on his best season yet and his #AusOpen ambitions.
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January 18, 2026 at 7:56 AM