If you want every player singing the anthem, give them one they all want to sing

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 23, 2026

There’s no law requiring anyone to sing the national anthem. This isn’t North Korea, after all. But the confected outrage has a sinister subtext.

Read full article

More News

A Nawaqanitawase circus should not be on Rugby Australia’s list of priorities

Oct 23, 2026

A Nawaqanitawase circus should not be on Rugby Australia’s list of priorities

The Wallabies won’t get what they need to win a Rugby World Cup from the NRL next year.

‘The next Jarome Luai’ ready to take on the original one

Oct 23, 2026

‘The next Jarome Luai’ ready to take on the original one

With the No.6 jersey on his back and long hair protruding from his headgear, the comparisons between Gairo Voro and Jarome Luai are inevitable.

Like bacon and eggs, this perfect pairing is hard to go past in the Cox Plate

Oct 23, 2026

Like bacon and eggs, this perfect pairing is hard to go past in the Cox Plate

Chris Waller and James McDonald are the names you need to circle in your form guide on Saturday, for plenty of reasons.

LeBron's antics during US anthem

Oct 22, 2026

LeBron's antics during US anthem

Basketball icon LeBron James causes a stir with his actions during the American national anthem before an NBA game.

Freddy reacts to mass Roosters exodus

Oct 22, 2026

Freddy reacts to mass Roosters exodus

Roosters legend Brad Fittler opens up on the mass exodus hitting the Chooks as six premiership players leave.

NRL star gives update on Fenech

Oct 22, 2026

NRL star gives update on Fenech

Bradman Best sends his best wishes to boxing icon Jeff Fenech, who remains in hospital due to heart issues.

Rising Titans star on verge of Chiefs deal

Oct 22, 2026

Rising Titans star on verge of Chiefs deal

Rising Gold Coast forward Cooper Bai is touring Papua New Guinea and is on the verge of signing a deal with the Chiefs for NRL season 2028.

Australia in world of pain after innings hiding

Oct 22, 2026

Australia in world of pain after innings hiding

Dan Brettig and Adam Collins analyse a humiliating defeat for Australia and flag possible changes for Cape Town.

Australia’s patched-up batting has reached boiling point. It must change for Cape Town

Oct 22, 2026

Australia’s patched-up batting has reached boiling point. It must change for Cape Town

The rush of wickets that led to this innings defeat is a sign of bigger problems with Australia’s ageing and patched-up batting order.

Proxima Dea might not have the looks, but she’s got the will to win Spring Champion

Oct 22, 2026

Proxima Dea might not have the looks, but she’s got the will to win Spring Champion

The filly defied 33 years of history to win the Gloaming Stakes last start, so a true staying test at Randwick will suit her down to the ground.

$16m Marangaroo Golf Course revamp moves ahead with completion scheduled for late 2027

Oct 22, 2026

$16m Marangaroo Golf Course revamp moves ahead with completion scheduled for late 2027

Upgrades include a new two-level 44-bay undercover driving range, a simulator and tuition room, a new pro shop, changing rooms, expanded hospitality areas and more parking.

‘Nowhere near our best’: Cummins concedes change coming after ‘uncompetitive’ thrashing

Oct 22, 2026

‘Nowhere near our best’: Cummins concedes change coming after ‘uncompetitive’ thrashing

Pat Cummins admitted his team were uncompetitive in the humiliating innings defeat to South Africa, adding that selectors will consider the positions of several players for the decider.

Recommended