‘Best chance to flourish’: Bulldogs finally land sorely needed defensive help for flag tilt

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 3, 2026

The Western Bulldogs’ hopes of being a serious 2027 premiership challenger have been boosted, but they still have work to do to finalise a deal for Zak Butters.

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Former Kangaroos star Dane Gagai makes shock Kiwis switch

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Smotherman fires to Utah lead as Aussie Davis falters

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Australia's Cam Davis is languishing well down the leaderboard after two rounds of the Bank of Utah Championship, well off the pace set by Austin Smotherman.

‘Absolute devastation’ for Watson, but Roosters don’t want week off before grand finals

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Connor Watson’s omission due to a concussion has sparked debate about the merits of a week off before grand finals. Now the Roosters have had their say.

Aussie Green goes bogey free for Tour Champions lead

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