Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi will resume their perennial battle to be crowned the world’s best soccer player after they headed the shortlist of 30 players for the 2016 Ballon d’Or announced on Monday.
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Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton 'petrified' car will fail him again in Formula One championship run-in
Lewis Hamilton has admitted that he was “haunted” by the engine failures which have left his championship chances hanging by a thread, driving every lap of the US Grand Prix “petrified” that his Mercedes might give up on him again.
Emotional Michael Barlow thanks Fremantle fans, eyes move to Adelaide
An emotional Michael Barlow thanked Fremantle fans for their support since his departure from the Dockers and said there 17 other teams he was eyeing to continue his AFL career with.
Horse trainer Darren Weir in dispute with Warrnambool locals over use of beaches
Racing Minister Martin Pakula has sprung to the defense of Warrnambool-based trainer Darren Weir, following claims by internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Shane Howard that Weir and his training operation were ruining local beaches.
Australian cricketers OK with less pay, more rest: Shane Watson
Less is more when it comes to international cricket, according to Shane Watson, who believes Australia’s top players would be happy take a pay cut if it meant a less arduous schedule.
Anthony Mundine and Danny Green fight set for Adelaide Oval
The long-awaited boxing rematch between Anthony Mundine and Danny Green will be held in Adelaide next year.
Australian Test cricket stars reset for South Africa series
Australia have drawn a line under their shambolic 3-0 Test series loss to Sri Lanka, with Steve Smith saying the tour is no form guide for their upcoming three-Test series against South Africa.
Glenn Maxwell left out of Victorian Bushrangers XI for Sheffield Shield opener
Glenn Maxwell’s hopes of a Test recall have taken a major hit after he was left out of Victoria’s XI for their Sheffield Shield opener against Tasmania on Tuesday at the MCG.
Melbourne United forward Tai Wesley faces fine or one-game ban for strike
Melbourne United coach Dean Demopoulos was surprised forward Tai Wesley could face a one-game ban for allegedly whacking Perth centre Jameel McKay on Sunday.
Damien Oliver loses his bid to ride on Derby Day
Champion jockey Damien Oliver has lost a bid to have his reckless riding suspension reduced so he can ride in the Victoria Derby meeting on Saturday.