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It's a relatively simple concept: two blokes running straight at each other. One holds a footy, the other tries to lay a tackle. Damage generally ensues. The challenge has spawned multiple competitions with cash prizes, a rapidly growing social media following, and deep concerns. This week those concerns were realised. Featured: Melissa Maykin, journalist ABC Pacific Pulse.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

There is something wonderfully joyous about a sporting victory parade. A rare moment of collective celebration that cuts across societal lines. The streets of Liverpool were awash with fans celebrating the Reds triumph when things went wrong. Featured: Daniel Garb, football reporter, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

When Lachlan Galvin detailed plans to leave the Wests Tigers, people wondered where he might land. NRL commentator and Canterbury football boss Phil Gould suggested it would not be the Bulldogs. Now the teenage star has indicated that is his desired location. Has this been a masterful piece of manoeuvring from Gould or a series of coincidences? How might it transform the Dogs and the NRL season? We're unpacking it. Featured: Braith Anasta, Canterbury premiership player, player manager, host Fox League. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

BONUS: There was a time where tennis fans wondered if Destanee Aiava might be lost to the sport, instead the 25-year-old is preparing to play the French Open having landed a wild card off the back of some impressive showings post Australian Open. Destanee is joining us to talk about her impending date with Roland Garros, living with borderline personality disorder, tennis fashion and how things have changed post AO. Featured: Destanee Aiava, Australian tennis player.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Bailey Smith had his way with former club the Bulldogs on field and then gave them a clip after. Did his old club let him off easy? James Magnussen has been doping in the pursuit of an illegal world record, we ask how the Australian sports community is reacting. The NRL is officially in the Origin zone, where regular season games get wonky. PLUS a choking celebration in the NBA for soundbites. Featured: Ben Cameron, AFL commentator, ABC Sport. Tom Decent, journalist, Sydney Morning Herald. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Ange Postecoglou said he "always" wins a trophy in his second season... well, he did. Tottenham claimed the Europa League, its first trophy in nearly two decades as Postecoglou found himself in uncharted territory for an Australian coach. He's had no shortage of detractors and he's answered them all. Insanely, he might depart Spurs anyway. We're unpacking a wild story. Featured: Andy Harper, football analyst and commentator.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

William Goodge did the unthinkable, running across Australia in 35 days to set a new record for the feat. The British runner is not a conventional athlete. A former rugby player/model he's amassed a huge social media following from his exploits. He's also attracted sceptics. We explain why. Featured: Simon Smale, journalist, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

It's an Origin series already rich with storylines. Terrell May's confounding non-selection. NSW taking not one, but two halfbacks. The Spencer Leniu-Johnathan Thurston feud. Billy Slater and Laurie Daley both facing a coaching inflection point. Featured: Nick Campton, NRL journalist, ABC SportSubscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The death of Adam Selwood has rocked the AFL community four months on from the passing of his twin brother, Troy. The West Coast premiership player was just 41-years-old and his story has served to amplify a renewed focus on mental health in the wider community. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out to Beyond Blue or Lifeline. Featured: Clint Wheeldon, AFL broadcaster, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Biblical rain, inner demons, Queensland, none of those impediments could stop NSW claiming the women's Origin series. Can they make it a sweep? In the men's there are some big selection headaches for both teams. We have the best motivational speech of the AFL so far. PLUS, the sound of pure sporting joy. Featured: Zac Bailey, NRL reporter, Channel Nine. Marlee Silva, NRLW reporter, Channel Nine.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Tough. Innovative. Pragmatic with a soft side. Those are some of the words an emotional Paul Roos used to describe Australian Rules titan Robert Walls after the passing of the 74-year-old. Walls won four premierships as a player and coach with Carlton and his influence spread well beyond the navy blues. Roos reflects on Walls' legacy and recollects his farewell to the man who coached him at Fitzroy. Featured: Paul Roos, AFL premiership coach.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

'A cry for help' that is what legendary ABC broadcaster Charlie King sees in the 2025 season of Willie Rioli. As the AFL community prepares for Sir Doug Nicholls Round, the Rioli case has sharpened the focus on how its Indigenous players are being treated. King worries Rioli could join others who have been lost to the game. Featured: Charlie King, AFL broadcaster, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Virat Kohli might have had a tumultuous relationship with Australian cricket fans but the Indian champion transformed his own nation as Test force and elevated the red ball format globally in the process. Once the face of 'New India' he's now old enough to have retired from Test cricket and we unpack the way he altered the sport. Featured: Prakash Wakankar, cricket writer and broadcaster. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The Pakistan-India conflict saw Australian cricketers and coaches rushing home from both nations. As the IPL and PSL try to complete their respective seasons, the long-term ramifications are taking hold. It's no secret India largely controls global cricket, so what might this mean? Podcaster Sam Perry was covering the IPL in India when the situation escalated and joins us to help break down the implications. Featured: Sam Perry, cricket writer and podcaster. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Ange Postecoglou always wins a trophy in his second season and now Tottenham are one win away from doing just that. The Aussie manager is on the cusp of something special and he has not held back in his press conference addressing perceived haters. Willie Rioli story was messy all week, have the AFL managed it adequately? We ask Corbin Middlemas. The NRL features a huge top of the table clash. While the IPL looks a scary place to play cricket right now. Featured: Corbin Middlemas, AFL commentator, ABC Sport. Daniel Garb, football reporter, ABC Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The Bears are back in the NRL and there's a lot to unpack. Big emotions out of North Sydney and big questions for rugby league. Ex-Bear and QRL CEO Ben Ikin joins us to explain the scope of the challenge and what the club must do to succeed. Featured: Ben Ikin, former North Sydney Bear and QRL CEO.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Caleb Ewan is an all-time Australian cycling champ. The 30-year-old has eleven grand tour stage victories, five at the Tour de France. Why has he retired when he seemingly has so much left to give? Featured: Kate Bates, Australian cycling champion. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter