Olympics

Raygun's iconic kangaroo pose features in the musical's poster.
Olympics
Chris Robinson

Comedian’s ‘completely legal’ second crack at Raygun musical

An Australian comedian has launched a fresh effort to proceed with her musical homage to Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn amid the threat of legal action from the Olympic breakdancer.

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Jamaican sprinter Junelle Bromfield was trolled over her relationship with Olympic 100 metres champion Noah Lyles.
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Staff Writers

The drastic measure being taken to stop top athletes being trolled

Some of the world’s best sportspeople are being mercilessly attack on social media so badly that a novel new approach is being used to protect them.

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Raygun
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Harrison Reid

Raygun responds after being ‘totally blindsided’ by legal furore

The Australian Olympian has poured her heart out in a lengthy video after being torn to shreds by fans.

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Rohan Dennis has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge over Melissa Hoskinss death.
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Abe Maddison

Olympic cyclist pleads guilty over crash that killed wife

Champion cyclist Rohan Dennis is facing a jail term after agreeing to a plea deal in court over the crash the led to death of Melissa Hoskins.

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Australian swimming legend Dawn Fraser.
Olympics
Ben Sutton

Australian Olympic legend Dawn Fraser admitted to hospital

The 87-year-old has suffered multiple injuries and spent time in ICU after a fall.

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Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn and her teams are protecting her image rights.
Olympics
Digital Staff

Raygun apology issued after unintended fallout to legal threat

‘I just wanted to support you through it.’

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Rachael Gunn and Samuel Free at the GQ Australia Men Of The Year Awards in December.
Music
Digital Staff

Raygun fever reaches new heights as next move suddenly takes off

There is no stopping the viral Olympian from trending, and people just can’t get enough.

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The couple met through the sport, with Biazizzo also being a professional slalom canoeist.
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Taylor Renouf

Aussie Olympian Jess Fox splits from partner of nine years

The pair quietly went their separate ways months ago.

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Izzi Batt-Doyle is grieving the loss of a close friend.
Olympics
Harrison Reid

Aussie Olympian rocked by tragic news on eve of historic race

‘I was crying on the start line.’

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Matthew Richardson, emotional after his 2022 Commonwealth sprint win, will now race there for GB. (Will Palmer/AAP PHOTOS)
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Ian Chadband

‘Interesting’ twist in Australian Olympic medallist’s UK defection

Matthew Richardson is more motivated than ever after turning his back on Australia.

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Noemie Fox and Jess Fox at the Sport Australia Hall of Fame gala.
Olympics
Steve Larkin

Jess Fox reveals new motivation after Olympic domination

The champion paddler craves more despite already achieving everything there is to win.

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Anna Meares will remain as Australia's Olympic chef de mission for the 2028 Games in Los Angeles.
Olympics
Steve Larkin

Meares makes huge Olympics call after time away with family

Australian cycling legend Anna Meares took time off with her family after Paris and has made a big call on her future.

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Matthew Richardson has opened up on his move to GB.
Olympics
Harrison Reid

Olympian banned for life by Australia makes honest admission

‘Regret it for the rest of my life.’

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Matthew Richardson has been banned for life by AusCycling.
Olympics
Harrison Reid

Australia slaps Olympic medallist with lifetime ban

The 25-year-old has been told he is never welcome to wear the green and gold again.

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Emma McKeon has announced her retirement.
Olympics
Matt Shrivell

Olympic golden girl Emma McKeon announces retirement

Australia’s most prolific Olympic medal-winning athlete and one of the greatest swimmers of all time, Emma McKeon, has announced her retirement. 

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