The anthem mix-up that became an enduring myth in the Alan Jones legend
Alan Jones's first F1 grand prix victory in 1977 was so out of the blue that he said the band played Happy Birthday to him instead of the national anthem, but is the story true?
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T20 star serves ban after positive cocaine test
The former international star is expected to play with Melbourne Renegades in the coming Big Bash season.
‘All I want to do is put the red jersey on’: Eli Katoa’s road to recovery
It is 12 months since the Tonga forward was hospitalised after a series of head knocks and forced to sit out the 2026 season. But that hasn’t stopped him from playing a role in his country’s World Cup campaign.
Socceroos still waiting for World Cup payment from FA
Socceroos players who competed at this year's World Cup are yet to be paid their match fees, three months after the tournament's conclusion.
Born in Aussie or NZ, playing for the Pacific: the startling demographics of the Rugby League World Cup
A delve into the Rugby League World Cup’s demographic data reveals a story about family ties, migration and opportunity across the ocean.
Where Ronaldo sits in GOAT debate
Craig Foster unpacks Cristiano Ronaldo's legacy after he announced his retirement from international football.
Aussie Hijikata backs up Djokovic triumph with another big win in Paris
Rinky Hijikata has backed up his statement win over Novak Djokovic with another impressive victory in Paris, downing Alex de Minaur's conqueror, Tomas Martin Etcheverry, to reach his first ATP Masters quarterfinal.
Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football
Cristiano Ronaldo announces his retirement from international soccer after a falling out with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus.
Aussie F1 legend Alan Jones dies aged 80
Legendary driver Alan Jones, who brought Australian motorsport global glory with his 1980 world championship, has died after a short illness.
Sports minister makes dramatic push for netball at Brisbane 2032
Anika Wells has backed the “quintessentially Australian” sport for an Olympic debut, while conceding some events may need to move interstate to cut costs.
Netball blindsided by leak of likely inclusion at Brisbane Olympics
Reports that netball's once in a generation Brisbane 2032 bid is backed by high sources within the Olympic ranks is a very positive sign, but the sport is holding off from celebrating until the official vote takes place in April.
‘A legacy that will live on’: Australian motor sport legend Alan Jones dies at 80
Jones claimed the F1 world title in 1980 with Williams, and was the second Australian to win the drivers’ championship behind Sir Jack Brabham.
Australian racing icon and F1 world champion Alan Jones dies
Alan Jones dies a few days after turning 80, after a short illness. He won the the 1980 Formula 1 world championship and 12 grands prix.
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