Move over, Alexander Volkanovski. There’s a new ‘Volk’ in town, and Samoan coach Ben Gardiner has backed rising five-eighth Ronald Volkman to step up against the Kangaroos despite losing a star to injury.

Australian Alex de Minaur could not back up his Alexander Zverev upset in the Vienna final, going down to Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz.

Australia's finest Alex de Minaur gave it everything but found it impossible to cope with the dazzling quality of Carlos Alcaraz in the Vienna Open final.

British battler Harriet Dart has landed her first tour title at the age of 30, winning the Guangzhou Open in China.

Four of tennis’ biggest names have been locked in for the United Cup, with more star announcements still to come ahead of the Sydney and Perth summer showdown.

‘A beloved daughter, sister, wife, friend and inspiration to so many, she will be deeply missed.’

Australia's reigning world surfing champion Molly Picklum had a tough heat before reaching the quarter-finals at the Philippines Pro.

Addin Fonua-Blake ran over Spencer Leniu to score a late match-winner for Tonga, as Australia’s World Cup semi-finalists were confirmed.

New Zealand have gained a consolation win over India in the fifth and final Twenty20 ‌international in Hamilton.

Injured jockey Harry Coffey is sweating on last-minute medical clearance to take his place in Tuesday’s $10.2 million Melbourne Cup.