Winter Olympics
Olympic hopeful told to repeat year 11 after missing too much school while training
The free ride snowboarder, currently ranked fifth worldwide, has found himself on the wrong side of the school’s attendance policy after what his family claims was miscommunication.
- Jackson Graham and Peter Ryan
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Injuries, burnout, huge bills: Are pushy parents ruining children’s sport?
Too much pressure is being placed on kids to excel in elite sport, with the goal being Olympic gold, not enjoyment.
- Jordan Baker
- Tony Wright’s Column
- Luciano Pavarotti
A glorious song and sporting beauty offer escape from gathering darkness
In a world tumbling ever deeper into darkness, great sporting events accompanied by the magnificent aria Nessun Dorma grant blessed release.
- Tony Wright
Champagne, selfies and celebrations: Winter Olympians return to Australia in style
Cooper Woods, Danielle Scott and Daisy Thomas have returned to a hero’s welcome in Sydney after Australia’s most successful Winter Olympics team launched into a new era of belief.
- Tom Decent
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- Milano Cortina 2026
Jackie left the Olympics elated. But it cost six figures and three concussions
Australia created history at the Winter Games in Milano Cortina. But as two Olympic legends attest, the job is only just beginning.
- Nick Wright
‘Saved my leg from being amputated’: Vonn reveals seriousness of injury
American skier Lindsey Vonn has revealed her leg was at risk of being amputated after she suffered compartment syndrome following her crash at the 2026 Olympics.
- Billie Eder
After all the scandals, protests, confessions and crashes, Italy sticks its Games landing
The Winter Olympics have come to a close in Verona, Italy pulling off a successful event despite extreme difficulties. It was also Australia’s most successful outing in this Olympic format.
- Billie Eder, Vince Rugari, Jake Niall and Bronte Gossling
Cooper Woods and Danielle Scott are the flag-bearers for Australia
Cooper Woods and Danielle Scott are the flag-bearers for Australia at the closing ceremony of the Milano Cortina Games.
Welcome to the opera
A scene from La Traviata is performed at the closing ceremony of the Winter Olympics.
Hockey and hostility: Canada blows gold medal match against the USA
Canada had more to gain, and to lose, as a nation now defined by resistance to a monstrous neighbour. The disappointment at the overtime defeat will reverberate for a long time.
- Jake Niall