Wayne Bennett's Dolphins are back in the top four after holding off the Cowboys in a thriller finish to the Queensland derby.

Ryan Papenhuyzen's injury-prone history has continued after he failed to finish the first half against the Gold Coast Titans.

Melbourne's Craig Bellamy is unsure how long star fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen will be on the sidelines for.

Sydney FC claimed back-to-back A-League Women Championship titles, defeating Melbourne City 1-0 on Saturday.

Jimmy Webster's returned from his seven-week suspension to a chorus of North Melbourne boos, with Jy Simpkin first to lay into the Saint.

Alex Seyfarth could face some time on the sidelines after a moment of frustration against serial pest Reed Mahoney.

Collingwood forward Lachie Schultz is in hot water after a brain fade act against Carlton's Blake Acres, right in front of the umpire.

GWS forward Callum Brown could land in hot water after a high bump on Swan Tom McCartin left him concussed.

The outcome of a Melbourne Rebels rescue bid may ultimately decide Carter Gordon's future with the Wallabies and Rugby Australia.

Aidan Sezer looked like he was certain to receive a 10-minute rest after his hip drop but stayed on the field to the shock of commentators.

After the death of Roland Ratzenberger a day earlier, a local law was sidestepped that allowed the race meeting to continue.

In the same week coach Jason Demetriou was relieved of his duties, Souths fans have been dealt some more bad news.

Blue Matt Owies was awarded a free kick after copping a dangerous tackle from Brayden Maynard. On second look, Owies may not be innocent.

In a move that was expected inside NBA circles, the Los Angeles Lakers fired coach Darvin Ham after just two seasons in charge.

Calsher Dear, son of late Hawthorn champion Paul Dear, will debut in the brown and gold. Jack Gunston told him the news in emotional scenes.

Daniel Ricciardo was one of the star performers of qualifying at the Miami Grand Prix, recording the fourth-fastest time.

Brisbane coach Kevin Walters remains confident the club has the depth to cover the loss of captain Adam Reynolds.

Indiana dos Santos is proof that age has no bearing on talent and success. On Saturday, the 16-year-old will line up for her second straight grand final.

Defence is the word for Geelong's clash against Melbourne. They'll have to play without tagger Mark O'Connor, who could shut down Christian Petracca.

The Blues could be without Rieko Ioane for the top-of-the-table clash against the Hurricanes after a brutal hit.

Melbourne captain Max Gawn has lauded the AFL's minute silence initiative to shine a light on gender-based violence.

The talented opening batter suffered a number of setbacks last season but has been given a big boost by Cricket Victoria's decision.