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“Hey mate, nice to meet you - I’m Brian.” “Sorry, did you say your name was Bread?” “What? No, that’s not even a... my…
Irish horse The Cliffsofmoher has suffered a harrowing injury during the running of the 2018 Melbourne Cup. The Aiden O'Brien-trained horse went down within…
The Melbourne Cup is over for another year and we all want to know how our trifectas went - who came first, second or…
After weeks of anticipation, the 2019 Melbourne Cup has been run, the results have been finalised and we now know which horses picked up…
The gang is back this week with the second episode of The Roar Podcast. Each episode we pick apart the recurring debates and topics…
The first ball of the opening Ashes Test is yet to be bowled but selectors are already giddy with excitement over one player's performance.…
Is there anything more Australian than beach sports? Maybe Shannon Noll riding a kangaroo while singing Khe Sanh - but other than that, it's…
There's been a veritable explosion of women's sport in the past few years. Most recently, the WBBL and AFLW have been beacons of success…
The 2017 Melbourne Cup is all over for another year, so here are the all-important results: Who came third? What was the winning trifecta?…
The 2017 Melbourne Cup results are in, and we now know which horse finished second. So that means you can start figuring out how…
A human resources manager at a boutique financial management firm has been left red-faced after a crushing faux-pas during Tuesday's morning catch-up. More 2017…
Ratings? Crowds? Grassroots participation? Financial stability? These four metrics are the ones pundits and fans constantly point to as indicators of success for a…
G'day Roarers, we're kicking off a new initiative and as always, we'd love to hear your input. The Roar Podcast is just about ready…
National Rugby League CEO Todd Greenberg has today made a shock announcement about a controversial new initiative. The NRL came under heavy scrutiny this…
The cricket world is in shock after Glenworth Valley CC fourth-grade captain Vinnie 'The Glove' Glover reportedly bowled the "single greatest spell in the…
Floyd Mayweather's crimes are vile, gruesome and should sicken you. Yet 'Money' Mayweather remains completely untouchable, and the disturbing cult of fandom that surrounds…
The world of rugby league is in shock after reports confirmed Jarryd Hayne is set to take an unprecedented role at the Gold Coast…
He's no Johnathan Thurston, but does he have a series winning performance in him? When the Maroons legend was forced to abandon his Origin…
It's been a brutal few weeks for the Wallabies. A crushing loss against Scotland and a profoundly unconvincing win against Italy has seen plenty…
I've spent the overwhelming majority of my adult life watching New South Wales lose games of football. Every year, almost without fail, they find…
Rabs and Phil Gould are the worst commentary pairing in Australian sports. Thoughts?
Manly Sea Eagles vs Parramatta Eels highlights: NRL live scores, blog
“We have this disturbing notion in our current politics that anyone who we disagree with needs to ridiculed and shut down.”
Or you know, every political engagement since the dawn of time. Also, it’s absolutely baffling that you can’t interpret that sign as racist or bigoted.
There is a place for politics in sport, but not for fascism
Highlights are live!
Wests Tigers vs Cronulla Sharks highlights: Sharks come from behind to win
I think equating prizemoney with commercial success is a bad idea for a few reasons. One, it’s impossible to actually accurately gauge that. Two, it detracts from the sport – it’s supposed to be about who was the worthy winner, not who can drum up the most publicity. Three, the cards are so massively stacked against the women in this regard and it just makes the problem worse. Ie. There’s not as much initial interest > they get less money > they get less resources + becomes less viable > sport declines and then because the sport declines, they keep getting less and less prizemoney. We should be trying to prop it up if it’s not doing as well, not punishing them for it.
That said, the women should play 5 sets. They’re physically capable of doing it, they’ve done it before, and it’s much more entertaining. Stripping them of prizemoney doesn’t help anything though, just make them play 5 sets!
So I guess I’m with Joe, they should receive the same money regardless, but it would definitely be better if they played 5 sets.
Roar and Against: Pro male tennis players should be paid more than females
Well. That was unexpected.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Golden State Warriors: NBA live scores
Good point Brissie Boy, I think with that explanation it shows he wasn’t being homophobic and I’d wind back my criticism a bit. The point I’m making throughout the whole article though, is that players and coaches can’t be clumsy with their words, especially when you’re talking about sensitive issues. And though Bennett it seems didn’t have sinister intentions, the fact that a lot of people interpreted it that way (Fox Sports ran an entire segment devoted titled ‘Is Wayne Bennett a homophobe’) means that he’s certainly made himself appear that way with his awkward comments. Hence the title.
Appreciate the input though, you raise a great point.
Sportspeople say the darndest things: The Broncos need to fire their media-trainers
Mate. I literally am just saying what he is saying – that he wouldn’t be fine with one of his players appearing on the Mardi Gras float. Didn’t take long at all to manufacture outrage. The only people sitting around trying to manufacture interpretations of it is anyone trying to argue that he doesn’t mean what he’s saying.
Sportspeople say the darndest things: The Broncos need to fire their media-trainers
You’ve managed to make a massive sweeping, misleading generalisations whilst calling people out for doing the exact same thing. Oh dear.
The official NRL player misdemeanour rate card
Well, didn’t expect everyone to be so hypersensitive in the comments. This is good, Ben.
The official NRL player misdemeanour rate card
Really interesting Luke – the Suns aren’t a team I really take any interest in but have noticed their decline into mediocrity. Great to have some insight on how any why it happened.
A burning Sun: Making sense of a sad state of affairs in Phoenix
Oh man, I disagree. I found them insufferable. Just as one eyed as the Aussie commentators and not a whole lot of insight. Not as bad as WWOS, maybe – but not much better.
New Zealand's cricket commentary a breath of fresh air
You can do emojis in Roar comment?!?!?! This changes everything.
New Zealand vs Australia highlights: First Test – Day 2 cricket scores
Great coverage here Caitlin, love your work!
New Zealand vs Australia highlights: Australia level series at 1-1
I have literally never physically intimidated threatened a woman or screamed in their face. Have we all been in that situation many times? I hope not.
I’m sympathetic with the point about media hysteria but I don’t think the fact that he has apologised makes it all good again.
Dustin Martin innocent, mass media guilty
Also, the comparison between Goodes and Martin is weird and forced – one is being racially vilified, the other has admitted to at the very least, intimidating a woman. Sure they both deserve to be judged on their merits but I don’t think you can really put those two side by side. Maybe I’m missing something though?
Dustin Martin innocent, mass media guilty
Indecent is a lady at the beach showing too much skin in the 1940s – this seemed to be wildly disrespectful and hostile behaviour. Even though it wasn’t criminal, from all accounts it seemed his conduct fell well short of a professional sportsman or a considerate human being. I don’t think he can cry foul for character assassination given he himself admitted his behaviour was wrong.
Dustin Martin innocent, mass media guilty
For your NBA previews I think I questioned you for not rating the Bucks higher. I now retract said criticism. You were right Jay, you were right.
Deer in the headlights: Troubles in Milwaukee
Thanks Isaac. That was…wow. Just..wow.
UFC 194: McGregor KOs Aldo, Rockhold defeats Weidman
Big Irish crowd, listen to those boos for Aldo!
UFC 194: McGregor KOs Aldo, Rockhold defeats Weidman
Why in the world was that fight not stopped in the 3rd?????
UFC 194: McGregor KOs Aldo, Rockhold defeats Weidman
Hey Isaac, are we still looking at a 3:15pm fight time?
UFC 194: McGregor KOs Aldo, Rockhold defeats Weidman
How many overs left Suneer, what time are we due to wrap up?
Australia vs West Indies highlights: First Test - Day 2 cricket scores, blog
Great call, absolutely excruciating.
Manly Sea Eagles vs Parramatta Eels highlights: NRL live scores, blog