Coronavirus

Baker-Finch's hope for majors in late 2020

Baker-Finch's hope for majors in late 2020

An extraordinary Masters in November, when autumn leaves are falling at Augusta National, could cap a triumphant return for golf as organisers look to squeeze in the four majors at the end of the year. 1 Apr 2020
AFLW future unclear amidst financial insecurity

AFLW future unclear amidst financial insecurity

The AFL have secured a line of credit to cushion the blow of the delayed season, but it remains unclear how the AFLW will be affected by financial uncertainty in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. 31 Mar 2020
$5 billion warning on course turf management

$5 billion warning on course turf management

Australia's peak turf management body has warned of multi-billion dollar damage to the nation's sporting assets should staff be locked out of work because of Covid-19. 31 Mar 2020
Irish Open postponed due to coronavirus

Irish Open postponed due to coronavirus

The Irish Open has become the latest European Tour tournament to be postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. 31 Mar 2020
Augusta National fights virus with handout

Augusta National fights virus with handout

Augusta National is donating US$2 million to help fight the coronavirus which has already forced the postponement of the Masters. 31 Mar 2020
PFA ramps up call for collective action in face of player stand-downs

PFA ramps up call for collective action in face of player stand-downs

With the threat of player-stand downs looming, Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) has reiterated its calls for collective action to navigate the COVID19 disrupted A-League landscape. 30 Mar 2020
All Australian golf clubs advised to close

All Australian golf clubs advised to close

Golf Australia has advised all Australian golf clubs and facilities to close until further notice. 30 Mar 2020
Drive, Chip and Putt update

Drive, Chip and Putt update

On March 13, it was announced that the 2020 Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals had been postponed due to the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). After thoughtful deliberation, and with the guidance of public health experts, the Founding Partners have provided the following update: 30 Mar 2020
Opinion: Course closures better for the game's image and players

Opinion: Course closures better for the game's image and players

It won’t be long now before every golf course in Australia will have the closed sign hanging on the front gate. For the health of the game and its players, this is a good thing. 30 Mar 2020
Fleetwood still has Ryder Cup hopes

Fleetwood still has Ryder Cup hopes

World No.10 Tommy Fleetwood hopes this year's scheduled Ryder Cup can act as an "amazing torch" after the coronavirus pandemic. 30 Mar 2020
Morri: When was the last time you thought about your game?

Morri: When was the last time you thought about your game?

Time for some respite from the coronavirus, methinks. We all know how it is impacting life and golf, so there’s no need to be going over it here. 30 Mar 2020
The 15 eeriest coronavirus sport photos from around the world

The 15 eeriest coronavirus sport photos from around the world

As the deadly COVID19 pandemic creates global havoc, we've collated 15 of the strangest - and eeriest - photos from the resulting impact on sport around the world 29 Mar 2020
Jets player becomes first A-League COVID-19 diagnosis

Jets player becomes first A-League COVID-19 diagnosis

A player from the Newcastle Jets became the first confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis by an A-League player on Saturday afternoon. 28 Mar 2020
PFA threatens legal action against Perth Glory

PFA threatens legal action against Perth Glory

Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) has threatened legal proceedings against Perth Glory after the West Australian club issued stand-down notices to its players in the wake of the A-League’s suspension. 28 Mar 2020
‘Reckless and a gross breach’: PFA warns clubs to consider player welfare

‘Reckless and a gross breach’: PFA warns clubs to consider player welfare

With their members now facing an uncertain future, Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) has launched a series of measures designed to mitigate wellbeing challenges during football's COVID-19 enforced hiatus. 27 Mar 2020
FFA stands-down 70% of staff

FFA stands-down 70% of staff

Football Federation Australia (FFA) on Friday announced that 70% of its staff will be stood down as it scrambles to keep its head above water during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis gripping the globe. 27 Mar 2020
Grim prospects: The AFLW in 2021

Grim prospects: The AFLW in 2021

Only in times of war has the footy world been as shaken; but the plague of coronavirus has caused what no conflict has before – the cancellation of the remainder of a top flight season. 26 Mar 2020
The new rules as golf provides a sanctuary

The new rules as golf provides a sanctuary

No flagsticks, lids on the hole, no rakes in bunkers, only one person per cart and mark your own scorecard. 26 Mar 2020
Make Ryder Cup priority in golf year: Rose

Make Ryder Cup priority in golf year: Rose

Justin Rose believes the Ryder Cup deserves to remain a highlight of the golfing calendar when sporting action resumes following the coronavirus pandemic. 26 Mar 2020
An important message for Golf Australia readers

An important message for Golf Australia readers

Dear valued Golf Australia readers and subscribers, 25 Mar 2020
COVID-19 Update: Can I still play golf?

COVID-19 Update: Can I still play golf?

Federal and State Government restrictions to enforce social-distancing has seen the closure of golf clubhouses across the country but nearly all courses remain open for play. For now. 25 Mar 2020