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• NRL Signing Frenzy: Blockbuster Moves Shaping the 2025 Season

Australian Open 🎾

Women’s Final

Madison Keys delivered the performance of a lifetime on Saturday, taking down two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka in a nail-biting Australian Open final to secure her first ever Grand Slam title.

She done it the hard way, taking down 6th seed Elena Rybakina in a gritty fourth-round battle before stepping it up even further in the semi-final, defeating 2nd seed Polish powerhouse Iga Świątek.

The 29-year-old American, known for her grit and relentless determination, had the Melbourne crowd roaring her name as she fended off a ferocious comeback from the Belarusian.

Sabalenka, chasing history as the first woman in 26 years to claim three consecutive Melbourne titles, threw everything she had into the match. But Keys’ unwavering composure and lethal counter play saw her smash her 29th winner just after the clock hit two hours, sealing the victory.

The final scoreline (6-3, 2-6, 7-5) was a testament to Keys’ resilience and her ability to rise to the occasion. The triumph not only crowned her as a Grand Slam champion but also sent a powerful message to underdogs everywhere: the impossible is always within reach.

Men’s Final

Zverev had hoped to channel some inspiration from Saturday night’s winner, Madison Keys, as he prepared to face world number one Jannik Sinner in the 2025 Australian Open final. Heading into the clash, Zverev held a 4-2 head-to-head advantage over the Italian.

Last night, the 23-year-old claimed his third Grand Slam in 12 months, defeating Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in a clinical two-hour, 42-minute performance. Sinner never faced a break point, hit 32 winners to Zverev’s 25, and committed 18 fewer errors.

Jannik Sinner has joined an elite club, becoming the first since Rafael Nadal (2006) to notch records that cement his dominance. His streak of 10 straight-set wins over Top 10 opponents, a feat 51 years in the making, underscores his rise to greatness.

Post-match, Sinner credited his team and coach Darren Cahill, sharing: "It’s amazing to share this moment with you all." Zverev praised his rival, admitting, “Jannik, you’re the best player in the world by far.”

NFL 🏈

Conference Finals (Winners to the Super Bowl)

NRL 🏉

Player Signing Tracker

The Newcastle Knights have secured young talent Fletcher Sharpe until the end of 2028. The 20-year-old debuted in Round 14 last year, scoring 11 tries in 12 games, and represented the Australian PM's XIII against PNG in October. Knights head of recruitment Peter O’Sullivan praised Sharpe as "a local Newcastle boy through and through."

Wests Tigers have elevated forward Sione Fainu to their NRL top 30 roster for the next two seasons. The 23-year-old debuted in Round 11 of 2024, making 12 appearances. Coach Benji Marshall lauded Fainu as "a great person, a leader, and a valued member of our squad."

The Parramatta Eels announced that forward Luca Moretti has extended his contract until 2027. The 24-year-old has played 21 games for the Eels and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to continue his journey with the club.

Kiwis prop Leo Thompson has signed a four-year deal with the Bulldogs starting in 2026. He will complete the 2025 season with the Knights before joining Canterbury. Thompson, 24, has played 64 matches for Newcastle and five Tests for New Zealand since switching from rugby union in 2022.

Warriors captain Tohu Harris announced his retirement after 12 seasons and 234 games. The 33-year-old debuted in 2013 for the Storm, winning a premiership in 2017, before joining the Warriors in 2018. Harris also earned 16 Test caps for New Zealand.

The Dragons have extended promising youngster Loko Pasifiki Tonga through to the end of the 2027 season.

The 2025 NRL season is shaping up to be one of the most dramatic yet, with blockbuster moves dominating the headlines. From Ben Hunt's homecoming to the Broncos, to Zac Lomax’s highly anticipated switch from the Dragons to the Eels, and Clint Gutherson heading the other way, the stage is set for a year of fresh starts and bold narratives.

Big names making moves include Panthers stars Jarome Luai, James Fisher-Harris, and Sunia Turuva; Reagan Campbell-Gillard, Stefano Utoikamanu, and Terrell May; proven talents Isaiah Papali’i, Addin Fonua-Blake, Val Holmes, and Chad Townsend. Here’s a snapshot of the key signings heading into the season:

• Ryan Papenhuyzen: The Storm fullback secured a one-year extension, keeping him in Melbourne through 2026.

• James Tedesco: The Roosters captain locked in a one-year contract extension, ensuring his leadership through 2026.

• Kyle Flanagan: The Dragons extended their playmaker for two more years and added Sharks utility Daniel Atkinson from 2026.

• Bronson Xerri: On the back of a strong 2024 comeback, Xerri signed with the Bulldogs until the end of 2027.

• Jayden Sullivan: The Rabbitohs welcomed the playmaker for 2025 after his release from the Tigers.

• John Bateman: The England international joined the Cowboys on a two-year deal, set to mentor their young pack.

• Cameron McInnes: The Sharks captain extended his contract until the end of 2026, with prop Tuku Hau Tapuha also signing on through 2026.