Australian and international sport
Ralf Etienne, who lost his left leg in Haiti's devastating 2010 earthquake, became his country's first Winter Paralympian. Australia's Ben Tudhope meanwhile claimed bronze in the banked slalom.
Mitchell Tan 
The Sydney Swans' opening round tribute to Bondi victims drew praise until allegations emerged that references to the Jewish community had been removed from the ceremony script.
Patrick Donnelly 
Elena Rybakina continued her commanding form with a 6-1, 7-6(4) victory over Jessica Pegula at Indian Wells, securing a career-high world ranking in the process.
Oliver Pemberton 
A late-game collision left Western Bulldogs debutant Will Lewis and two GWS players bloodied and bruised in a match that proved to be a one-sided affair at Marvel Stadium.
Megan Torres 
Gout Gout won the Queensland under-20 100m title despite being bedridden the day before with sinusitis. The sprint prodigy is expected to step up to the 200m open final the next day.
Daniel Kovac 
Adrian Segečić has switched his international allegiance from Australia to Croatia, robbing the Socceroos of a bright young talent less than three months before the World Cup.
Jimmy O'Brien 
Shane Watson is in the running to coach Sydney Thunder after splitting the state and BBL head coaching roles, with the search generating what insiders say is a high-quality candidate field.
Patrick Donnelly 
Wayne Bennett dismissed further questions about Alex Johnston's record-breaking moment and criticised the thousands of supporters who stormed Allianz Stadium, calling the pitch invasion "pretty disruptive" to the game.
Yuki Tamura 
Formula 1's Bahrain and Saudi Arabian races scheduled for April are being cancelled due to the ongoing military conflict in the Middle East, reducing the 2026 season from 24 to 22 races.
James Callahan 
George Russell and Mercedes have locked out the front row for Saturday's sprint race in China, with Oscar Piastri's McLaren unable to bridge the significant pace gap.
Aisha Khoury 
Mollie O'Callaghan has become Australia's golden girl by weaponising her anxiety rather than hiding it. Her journey from a nervous teenager to Olympic champion reveals uncomfortable truths about elite sport.
Megan Torres 
The Big 12 abandoned its debut LED glass basketball court after just days of play, swapping back to traditional hardwood for the tournament's final games at Kansas City's T-Mobile Center.
Jimmy O'Brien 
The Warriors' impressive Round 2 display against Canberra has caught the eye of rugby league legend Billy Slater, who praised their young player development and execution.
Mitchell Tan 
Sydney Roosters defence Siua Wong and South Sydney's David Fifita face potential sanctions after being placed on report in Friday night's NRL encounter at Allianz Stadium.
Oliver Pemberton 
Ben Tudhope has secured Australia's second medal at the Winter Paralympics, taking bronze in the men's banked slalom after claiming silver in snowboard cross last week.
Oliver Pemberton 
After thousands of fans stormed Allianz Stadium following Alex Johnston's historic 213th try, Sydney Roosters captain James Tedesco has described the chaotic scenes from the players' perspective during the unprecedented celebration.
Zara Mitchell 
The Matildas must defeat North Korea in Perth to keep their Women's Asian Cup hopes alive, facing a physical and aggressive opponent seeking to derail Australia's tournament ambitions.
Megan Torres 
Daly Cherry-Evans scored his first try as a Sydney Rooster in Round 2 against South Sydney, displaying the playmaking skills that drew him to the club after 15 years at Manly.
Oliver Pemberton 
Alex Johnston crossed for his 212th try in the Rabbitohs' clash against the Roosters at Allianz Stadium, equalling Ken Irvine's all-time NRL record that has stood since 1973.
Patrick Donnelly 
Siua Wong was penalised and placed on report for a shoulder charge in the opening minutes of the Roosters' Round 2 clash with South Sydney, setting a fiery tone for the ancient rivalry.
James Callahan