The Latest Breaking News from Joel Carrett

Sinner's doping distraction ahead of Open title defence

Jannik Sinner's doping saga continues to cast a dark shadow over the world No.1 as he prepares to defend his Australian Open title in Melbourne.

AAP · Jan 10, 2025

Injured Osaka feeling upbeat about Open prospects

With a new coach and a new mindset, superstar Naomi Osaka says she's excited about the Australian Open, where she's lifted the trophy twice previously.

AAP · Jan 10, 2025

Kyrgios confident injury 'manageable' as Open nears

Nick Kyrgios has taken his practice sessions up a level at Melbourne Park as he seeks to overcome an abdominal injury to play in the Australian Open.

AAP · Jan 10, 2025

Plan for illegal vape sale profits to go up in smoke

A state government is investigating ways to financially target those selling vapes and illicit tobacco in an effort to disrupt the underground criminal market.

AAP · Jan 5, 2025

Liberal leader promises party unity after messy battle

Brad Battin has paid his respects to former leader John Pesutto after taking his place at the helm of the Victorian Liberals.

AAP · Dec 27, 2024

Swiatek opens up over WADA appeal on doping case

Polish tennis ace Iga Swiatek is confident her doping case is closed, saying there is no point in WADA appealing her ban as it did in Jannik Sinner's case.

AAP · Dec 27, 2024

Warnie would have been proud of young opener Konstas

Sam Konstas announced himself to the cricket world at the MCG, a venue where the late, legendary Shane Warne did his best work.

AAP · Dec 27, 2024

Libs Battin down the hatches as leader outlines vision

Brad Battin has vowed to tackle the cost of living, crime, budget repair and regional roads after ousting John Pesutto as Victoria's Liberal party leader.

AAP · Dec 26, 2024

Khawaja makes hay with 57 after Konstas shines at MCG

Usman Khawaja made a welcome return to form with his first Test 50 since January after new opening partner Sam Konstas drove India to distraction.

AAP · Dec 26, 2024

Head confirmed for Boxing Day after fitness test

Star Aussie batter Travis Head will play in the Boxing Day Test against India after proving his fitness during a Christmas morning training session at the MCG.

AAP · Dec 24, 2024