It was close to a fairytale finish for Kurt Fearnley in his wheelchair marathon event at his final Paralympics, as he took silver behind his friend and rival Marcel Hug.
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Curtis McGrath to carry Australia's flag at Rio closing ceremony
War hero and para-canoe gold medallist Curtis McGrath will carry Australia’s flag at the Rio Paralympics closing ceremony on Monday morning (AEST).
Rio Paralympics 2016: City bids farewell to Games in a blaze of fireworks and samba
In a blaze of fireworks and samba, Rio de Janeiro has said goodbye to the first Paralympics held in South America.
Formula One pendulum swings towards Daniel Ricciardo and Nico Rosberg
It’s a brave commentator who would predict the ultimate winner in the Mercedes-dominated title battle in 2016, but if the second half of the Formula One season has shown anything it’s that Daniel Ricciardo and his Red Bull might be in the mix come 2017
All the action from week 2 of the NFL
The rundown from another week of NFL action.
Brisbane Roar in better nick than last year: John Aloisi
Brisbane Roar coach John Aloisi believes they are in better shape compared to this time last year as they prepare for their final pre-season match against A-League opposition.
Football coach Jose Saturnino Cardozo sacked twice in a week by same club
Coach Jose Saturnino Cardozo was sacked by Mexican soccer club Chiapas for the second time in a week on Sunday following Saturday’s 3-0 home defeat by Cruz Azul.
Argentina, Croatia into Davis Cup final
Argentine substitute Leonardo Mayer has denied holders Britain a second straight Davis Cup final appearance with a 4-6 6-3 6-2 6-4 defeat of Dan Evans, clinching a 3-2 upset win in the World Group semi-finals.
Chun In-gee wins 2nd LPGA title with lowest major score in history
South Korea’s Chun In-gee has won her second career major with a record-breaking victory at the Evian Championship in France.
Juventus lose top spot with Inter Milan loss in Serie A
Juventus surrendered the lead and lost 2-1 in a classic match at Inter Milan, slipping to second place, one point behind Napoli in Italy’s Serie A.

