Dejected Giants 'got some things to work out' after falling to Bulldogs
The Western Bulldogs steamroll GWS by 32 points to notch their first back-to-back wins of the season, while Port Adelaide and the Brisbane Lions also taste victory.
Kyle Pollard
Kyle Pollard is the ABC's Digital Sport Lead, overseeing national and international coverage, as well as future strategy for the online sport department.
A Walkley, Quill, and Clarion Award nominated journalist, he started his career in newspapers in 2008 in regional Victoria before moving to Brisbane to join The Courier-Mail in 2012.
He has overseen the expansion of the ABC's live coverage of sport and occasionally writes feature stories on subjects he is passionate about.
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Pressure builds on winless Goodwin, as Blues fear the worst for forward
The pressure builds on Simon Goodwin as the Demons lose to the Bombers, the Blues fear the worst for an important forward, and the Lions record a 77-year first.
'I don't care': Hinkley addresses Hawks clash after last year's bad blood
Ken Hinkley addresses the bad blood between Port and the Hawks ahead of their clash, as West Coast's coach defends his decision to play a rookie on Jesse Hogan.
Swans coach Cox glowing in praise of mature age recruit
In just his third senior match, Riley Bice repays the faith shown by the Swans in the 65-point mauling of the Kangaroos.
'Wasn't Harlem Globetrotter stuff': Cats rue slow start in loss to Saints
The Saints hold on in a belter at the MCG as Geelong awaits news on Tom Stewart's injury, while Patrick Dangerfield faces scrutiny over an errant elbow.
In the face of tragedy, this moment may have been the Selwoods' most courageous
Known for their courage on the field, the Selwood brothers faced up to the Kardinia Park grandstands on Friday and put in their most courageous performance of all.
Five quick hits: Kelce can't catch a break and star makes a surprise cameo
Two bad interceptions, a faltering attack, and a surprise cameo appearance during Kendrick's half-time show — these are the five quick hits from the Super Bowl.
Coe opens up about Trump, gender, and the Brisbane Games
In an interview with Bruce McAvaney for ABC Sport Daily, IOC president candidate Sebastian Coe opens up about the burning topics impacting the future of the Olympics.
Brisbane Lions end AFL premiership drought with thumping grand final win over Sydney Swans
The Brisbane Lions win their first AFL premiership in 21 years with a 60-point victory over the Sydney Swans in the grand final at the MCG.
From lump of a lad to a Geelong legend, the Tom Hawkins AFL journey comes to a quiet end
He was the immovable object for 18 seasons at the Cats, and now Tom Hawkins has quietly left the game having delivered on the promise he showed early in his career.
Mike Brady, Paul Kelly, and the second Bronson — how a footy song from the 90s became an AFL icon
Greg Champion is a serious songwriter with a not-so-serious back catalogue. But with That's The Thing About Football, the lanky songwriter from Adelaide found a footy anthem that will stand the test of time.
Fashion deals and Cats connections — why this AFL star's trade request has raised eyebrows in footy circles
Trade requests are far from rare in the AFL, but Bailey Smith's connection to a Geelong fashion company has pundits questioning whether clubs are on a level playing field.
In the beaming face of Arisa Trew, Australia is reminded that sport at its heart is a joyful addiction
This was not a gold that was any better than the others Australia has won at the Olympics — but it was a timely reminder of the good that sport can bring.
AFL Round-Up: The Cats experiment that bodes well for the future, and Hawks champ hands a wake-up call to finals contenders
Pull out the old ladder predictor again, because this weekend's results have turned 2024 on its head. Here's everything you need to know from the weekend's action.
AFL Round-Up: Blues here to stay, Swans set a new standard and Bombers 'bull' Durham puts league on notice
Carlton cruising after Cats crushing, the Swans set a new standard, and the 'bull' the Bombers need as they set sail for finals. Here are the biggest talking points from every game of round 15.
Son of a club champ saves the Demons from massive Roos comeback in debut, as Hinkley responds to irate Port fans
The son of a Demons champ makes a late tackle to save Melbourne from a huge North comeback, as Ken Hinkley responds to angry Port fans after loss to the Lions.
De Minaur's French Open run falls at the hands of German star
Alex de Minaur's stunning French Open run ends in straight sets at the hands of German Alexander Zverev at Roland Garros. Follow the action in our live blog.
With his French super fan by his side, Alex de Minaur is winning hearts and minds in Paris
The unlikely bond between Australia's rising tennis star and a French kid in the crowd made global headlines — and Alex de Minaur wants his young mascot courtside for the rest of his run.
AFL Round-Up — A 90s throwback, a burglary in Adelaide and a Swans sensation stars again
A goalscoring free-for-all in Darwin brings the nostalgia, a Sydney star stakes his claim as the game's best and a Hawthorn tactical switch has devastating results. We wrap up round 10 in the AFL.
Eagles cause huge upset thanks to Reid brilliance, as Power break Hawk hearts in final second
The Power pull off a great escape with a final-second goal to beat the Hawks, as the Eagles stun the Demons in Perth thanks to some Harley Reid brilliance.
AFL Round-Up — The Bombers have arrived, Port's tactical masterstroke and the Bulldogs make a stand
Essendon is officially as good as it's been in years, Port Adelaide beats Geelong in the coach's box and the Western Bulldogs show their good side again. Here's this week's AFL wrap.
'We are crying': Bombers forward's beautiful gesture to young fan warms the heart
Matt Guelfi sends a message to a young fan as the Bombers score a crucial victory over the Giants, as the Bulldogs, Suns and Hawks enjoy much-needed victories.
Fagan hails 'most amazing and courageous win' as injured Lions beat rival Suns
The Lions lose one player in the warm-up, and another three in the first half in injury chaos at the Gabba, while Luke Beveridge voices his concerns for Tom Liberatore's health after a scary incident.
Eagles champion Elliot Yeo injured again, Demon kicks goal of the year contender to sink Cats
West Coast will be sweating on an injury to key midfielder Elliot Yeo after he came off the ground in the final quarter during the Eagles' loss to Essendon.
The AFL is at pains to protect its players from the consequences of their own actions — but in doing so, they're lying to the fans
In one short hour, the AFL confirmed what had been an open secret in the Aussie Rules world — that players who tested positive for illicit drugs were sitting out games with concocted injuries. It's a system designed to protect players, but at what cost to integrity?