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Sports · 6 October 2026

CAA Names Former NFL Executive Dasha Smith as New COO

Candy Voss, Washington desk

Creative Artists Agency has hired Dasha Smith, formerly the NFL’s executive vice president and chief administrative officer, as its chief operating officer. Smith brings experience from the league’s executive operati…

Sports · 6 October 2026

Medvedev’s Mis‑Hit Sends Spectator to the Sidelines, Djokovic Stays Unbeaten in Beijing

Reginald Penny, London desk

Daniil Medvedev was defaulted after his shot struck a spectator during the China Open semi‑final, handing Novak Djokovic a 33‑0 record in Beijing and putting him one win away from a 2026 title.

Sports · 5 October 2026

Lonergan's Return: Gregan Stunned as Wallabies Halfback Lights Up the Field

Frank Bollard, Melbourne desk

Ryan Lonergan, who debuted for the Wallabies in Auckland last year, returned this week and dazzled veteran George Gregan with a blistering half‑back display that left the legend speechless.

Sports · 5 October 2026

Essendon’s Last‑Place Parade: Merrett, a Sacked Coach and a 2025 Contract

Frank Bollard, Melbourne desk

Essendon is still dead last after locking in Zach Merrett to a 2025 contract and sacking a coach midway through the season.

Sports · 5 October 2026

Graham’s Grand Entrance: North Melbourne’s New Coach Walks the Walk

Frank Bollard, Melbourne desk

Jaymie Graham has been appointed senior coach of North Melbourne, ending the club’s search and sparking excitement among supporters.

Sports · 5 October 2026

Walters Unveils 23‑Man Kangaroo Squad, Fans Left Guessing About Selection Logic

Frank Bollard, Melbourne desk

Coach Kevin Walters has named a 23‑player roster for the Rugby League World Cup. The selection has sparked debate among fans trying to read between the lines, with the mix of experience and youth leaving many questions…

Sports · 5 October 2026

Trade Period Kicks Off at Marvel Stadium: Saints Demand Big Money for Ruckman, Pies Snap Up Hogan and Say Farewell to Pendlebury

Frank Bollard, Melbourne desk

On Monday the AFL trade period opened at Marvel Stadium. Saints put a hefty price tag on their ruckman, while Collingwood secured Tom Hogan and bid farewell to Travis Pendlebury as clubs prepare for ten days of games…

Sports · 5 October 2026

Roosters Double Up: Sydney Celebrates 2026 NRL & NRLW Victories

Noor Hale, World desk

The Sydney Roosters captured both the 2026 NRL and NRLW premierships, prompting city‑wide celebrations that turned the capital into a sea of teal and white. Fans, food stalls and even the local wildlife joined the part…

Sports · 5 October 2026

Labuschagne’s 111 Crashes Critics, Rides the Durban Test Wave

Doug Kettle, Sydney desk

Marnus Labuschagne’s 111 off a South Africa Invitation XI warm‑up match silences doubters and secures his spot as Australia’s number three in the upcoming Durban Test series.