Nick Wright
Nick Wright covers sport for Brisbane Times.
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NRL 2024
Hammer drops Slater signal: Four things learned from Dolphins’ triumph
In his first game back from a hamstring injury, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow put himself firmly on Queensland coach Billy Slater’s radar.
- by Nick Wright
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Madden’s incredible statement: Four things learned from Broncos’ Magic escape
The Brisbane Broncos have conquered the great Magic Round escape, despite major concerns for a key star. But one man showed there was light amid an injury crisis.
- by Nick Wright
Two shock Wallabies bolters emerge. A trial by fire could seal their fate
A pair of Queenslanders have thrust themselves into the mix for shock Wallabies call-ups.
- by Nick Wright
Broncos injuries throw wrench in club’s State of Origin preparations
But a setback opens the door for a young star.
- by Nick Wright
Why a South African leader is poised to unlock Australia’s opener debate
An old foe is taking the reins of an Australian cricket nursery. Can he unlock its potential and end the nation’s opener debate?
- by Nick Wright
‘Pull on that gold jersey again’: Resurgent Wallaby’s future revealed
Amid speculation of an overseas move as he came off contract, Hunter Paisami has confirmed his future.
- by Nick Wright
13 siblings, one Paris dream: Sprint sensation defies back-breaking crisis
He is a young man with history in his sights, having overcome an injury that threatened his Paris quest. The help of 13 boxing siblings pushed him on.
- by Nick Wright
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Mental health
Why it’s on for young and old
Hyping athletes too early is not the only path to greatness. And writing them off too early can actually be harming sport.
- by Nick Wright
Fate rests with Jock amid carnage: Four things learnt from Broncos’ implosion
The time has arrived for Jock Madden to grasp the reigns of this Broncos side with authority, amid fears star halfback Adam Reynolds’ season could be over.
- by Nick Wright
Roosters run away with victory against bruised Broncos
It was costly night at Suncorp for Brisbane who not only lost convincingly to Trent Robinson’s side but also finished the game with some major injury fears.
- by Nick Wright
‘The art of patience’: Cryptic update on O’Connor’s future
The 33-year-old’s hamstring setback suffered in the preseason initially expected to sideline him for the first month. Come round 11, he’s still in the casualty ward.
- by Nick Wright