When Curtis McGrath lost his legs in Afghanistan four years ago, he told the rescue chopper ‘you guys will see me in the Paralympics’. He wasn’t kidding.
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Twitter debuts NFL streaming service to positive reviews
The popular social media website streamed a live NFL game for the first time.
Socceroos shoot up FIFA world rankings after World Cup qualifier wins
The Socceroos have made the biggest move amongst top 50 nations in the latest FIFA rankings, shooting up 12 spots to No.45 in the world.
Racing: Tommy Berry goes from thorn in English's side to on her back for the Shorts
Tommy Berry has been a thorn in English’s side, beating her twice in group 1s, but he knows how scintillating her sprint can be from in the saddle and from chasing her.
Dockers eye Bulldogs defender Hamling for WA return
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Chris Waller and Godolphin's John O'Shea full of respect for each others' stars
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National Rugby Championship: Jamie Kotz set for Canberra Vikings debut
When Jamie Kotz makes his NRC debut with Canberra Vikings, he may as well be playing park footy with his mates.
Rio Paralympics 2016: NSW town Temora has a new sporting boast – Paralympic gold medallist Scott Reardon
The small town of Temora in country NSW has a new sporting hero after sprinter Scott Reardon won his 100 metre race at the Rio Paralympics on Friday morning (AEST).
Canberra Women's Cycling Team hopes to spoil Rebecca Wiasak's home race
The Canberra Women’s Cycling Team is gearing up for their first race on the capital’s streets.
Injuries to Australian fast bowlers help Chris Tremain pitch up
A challenging pre-season boot camp for Victoria and a strong Australia A campaign have emerging fast bowler Chris Tremain primed for this month’s tour of South Africa.