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1 day ago | nine.com.au | Simon Brunsdon

Just as many cricket fans laud Steve Smith as the "best since Bradman", golf pundits once spoke of Jordan Spieth as the best since Tiger Woods. Certainly the Texan wunderkind was on a trajectory to put forth a career that could have been spoken about in the same conversation as the living legend. His early achievements seemed to mirror those of the man who captivated audiences for the better part of three decades.

1 day ago | nine.com.au | Emily Patterson

Former Collingwood president Eddie McGuire has detailed his bold plan to improve officiating, doing away with boundary and goal umpires. McGuire's comments come after Melbourne forward Kysaiah Pickett was denied a free kick despite being blatantly tripped by Hawthorn opponent Blake Hardwick at a crucial point in their match on Saturday. Instead of being given a shot at goal from the top of the goal square, play-on was the umpire's call, with the non-decision stunning onlookers.

2 days ago | nine.com.au | Simon Brunsdon

Queensland legend Darren Lockyer has poured cold water on Herbie Farnworth's desire to play State of Origin. The eligibility criteria for rugby league's showpiece interstate tournament is once again in the spotlight after the Dolphins centre revealed he wants to represent the Maroons one day if able to.

2 days ago | nine.com.au | Emily Patterson

Queensland Reds fullback Mason Gordon has retired on medical grounds. Gordon's shock decision, which is solely based on his ongoing struggles with concussion, was announced in an open letter by the 22-year-old on Wednesday morning. In his own words, Gordon, who is the brother of ex-Wallaby and current Gold Coast Titans player Carter, explained that he was concussed during pre-season training and his symptoms have persisted.

2 days ago | nine.com.au | Emily Patterson

Imagine reading a newspaper while driving from Sydney to Perth, then back to Sydney, and then halfway back again to Alice Springs — all in two weeks. Now imagine that journey across unknown desert terrain, your only companion the drone of a dirt bike engine at 6,000rpm. That, according to two-time Dakar champion Toby Price, offers a mere glimpse into the gruelling test of the Dakar Rally.