The AFL’s new wildcard round kicks off the finals series, and the narratives about its introduction have fluctuated through the season.
- Lecturer in Health and Physical Education, University of Tasmania
Many believe the Glasgow Commonwealth Games saved the event from extinction. But did the scaled-down version really work?
Only one team lifts the World Cup trophy. But the rewards, including prize money, mean many countries walk away satisfied.
From the cringey ‘U-S-A!’ to the iconic ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’, the battle for soccer’s top prize starts in the stands.
For decades, basketball was dominated by super tall players crowding around the basket for easy shots. Then things changed with a stroke of paint.
One-day internationals revolutionised cricket and remarkably, they started by accident.
Many Australian athletes live below the poverty line but others rake in millions. What’s the deal with player wages in our major sports?
For Australia to build on its record-breaking Winter Olympics, it will need continued facility development, cheaper access and more pathways.
There are eight new events at the Milan Cortina games, and several Australians are right in the mix for a medal.
Playing Test cricket at night dramatically impacts the game, with bowlers thriving and batters struggling.
Which AFL club has had the most Brownlow medallists? Why do midfielders dominate the award? And who is the medal named after?
Fantasy coaches can trade players in the teams they build online, aiming to buy low and sell high to gain an advantage over their rivals.
The AFL and NRL seasons are getting longer, seemingly every year. This poses some major difficulties for cricket in summer.
Almost 300 Australians drown each year, the vast majority being male. Why is this happening and what can be done?
In terms of AFL grand final upsets, the ‘Baby Bombers’ in 1993, the ‘Miracle of 58’ and the Western Bulldogs’ fairytale run in 2016 are among the most extraordinary.
As Paris prepares to host the Paralympic Games, you may be wondering how classification works, which Aussies to watch, or whether there any sports unique to the Paralympics.
It’s not clear why oranges are such a staple during sports events but there are good reasons to eat them during competition.
Australian athletes reached new heights at the Paris Olympics but what was behind the record-breaking medal haul?
AI is finding applications across sport, from talent spotting and training to gymnastics judging and injury rehab.
Relatório do COI mostra que a maioria dos estádios, locais e estruturas olímpicas continua sendo usada muito tempo após o término das competições. Mas como eles são usados, e o que aconteceu com os locais que foram abandonados?
Most Olympic stadiums, venues and structures continue to be used long after the games finish. But how are they used and what happened to the venues that have fallen into disuse?
In sports-mad Australia, the Olympics are always a huge deal. But does this interest result in increased sports participation?
Many people are suffering due to cost-of-living pressures but have they impacted sports participation rates in Australia?
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