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It’s the final Two Good Sports of 2026, so naturally we’re handing out some extremely prestigious, completely unofficial awards. From the athletes and moments that made us fall in love with sport all over again, to the bad sports and baffling decisions. There’s love for Jai Arrow and his extraordinary fight against MND, World Cup magic from Cabo Verde, Winter Olympics heroes, Mary Fowler and Nathan Cleary’s royal-couple status, women’s cricket scheduling frustrations, rugby league World Cup hype and plenty of sporting moments that weren’t on our 2026 bingo card. Plus, we look ahead to the Australian Open, next year's Formula 1, a possible Wallabies resurgence and everything 2027 might throw at us. And because it’s the finale, things get a little sentimental. Thanks for spending 2026 with us. We adore you and will see you next year! Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  In this episode: 00:00 The final Two Good Sports of 202602:17 Our Good Sports of the Year05:07 The World Cup moments we’ll never forget08:23 Scotty James and our Winter Olympics heroes10:04 It’s time for the Bad Sports13:32 The sporting moments we forgot happened15:13 Ice hockey, Heated Rivalry & Olympic chaos16:31 Alysa Liu: absolute icon18:01 Lindsey Vonn and a truly wild Winter Games19:00 Kalyn Ponga and rugby league World Cup hype21:42 Women’s cricket: icons and scheduling fails23:16 Mary Fowler + Nathan Cleary = sporting royalty26:43 Ballet beef and the Madison Square Garden mystery29:10 The $1.7 billion sporting story31:06 Lewis Hamilton, Venus Williams & our year in sport32:05 What we’re excited for in 202733:26 A little end-of-year love letter36:00 See you next year Two Good Sports is sports news, told differently. What happens off the field is just as fun as what happens on it. Twice a week, seasoned sports broadcasters Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi go through the biggest stories in sport, going behind the scenes to hear how elite athletes do what they do. Whether you're a casual observer or a diehard fan, you'll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective on the issues at the pointy end of sport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abbey and Georgie wrap up a Grand Final weekend that delivered heartbreak for Newcastle and another title for the Roosters. They unpack the Grand Final itself, the NRL’s much-discussed pre-match entertainment, why the Roosters looked unstoppable all season, and celebrate the rise of Marky Mark Nawaqanitawase, who somehow managed to win an Ashes, an Origin and a premiership this year. Plus, a look back on the biggest stories of the season, a debate around where the Knights go next, some flowers for Trent Robinson, and why Sam Mitchell skipped the AFL Grand Final to watch back-to-back movies instead. Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online! Two Good Sports is sports news, told differently. What happens off the field is just as fun as what happens on it. Twice a week, seasoned sports broadcasters Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi go through the biggest stories in sport, going behind the scenes to hear how elite athletes do what they do. Whether you're a casual observer or a diehard fan, you'll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective on the issues at the pointy end of sport. In this episode: 00:00 Intro & Georgie’s Grand Final heartbreak 01:23 Roosters deny Newcastle’s fairytale ending 03:30 Respecting the Roosters’ dominant title run 05:11 Dally M debate, Ali Brigginshaw & Nathan Cleary 06:13 NRL Grand Final entertainment under scrutiny 10:54 Biggest stories from the 2026 NRL season 11:07 Mark Nawaqanitawase: Australia’s greatest athlete? 13:16 Can Mark Nawaqanitawase save Australian rugby? 16:19 Newcastle’s brave finals run and Grand Final loss 21:13 Can the Knights win the premiership in 2027? 23:00 Roosters vs Knights: rugby league’s rich club and battlers 24:09 Trent Robinson’s coaching legacy 27:47 Can the Roosters go back-to-back in 2027? 29:19 Fun Fact: Sam Mitchell skipped the AFL Grand Final 32:58 AFL coaching rumours and trade period chaos 34:30 Toby Greene, Chris Scott & final thoughts   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL Grand Final is almost upon us, and because Abbey has trust issues when it comes to fairy tale Grand Final wins, we also have to talk her through what happened last week. Wharfie Time, TOD, around 5PM Saturday 26th of September 2026. BUT, as all great tragedies must do, they must end. And as Freo leaves our collective hearts, ahead of the NRL Grand Final agains the Sydney Roosters, the Newcastle Knights GALLOP their way in. Kalyn Ponga has said, and I quote without any parody, "Two Good Sports is the best podcast, there is no better, there simply isn't." And for that reason, we are eternally hoping for his success.  Until Next Week! Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online! Two Good Sports is sports news, told differently. What happens off the field is just as fun as what happens on it. Twice a week, seasoned sports broadcasters Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi go through the biggest stories in sport, going behind the scenes to hear how elite athletes do what they do. Whether you're a casual observer or a diehard fan, you'll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective on the issues at the pointy end of sport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three time Richmond premiership captain Trent Cotchin joins Abbey and Georgie fresh from a front row seat to Brisbane’s latest flag, having watched the Grand Final from inside the Lions coaches’ box. Cotchin takes them behind the scenes of the comeback, explains what separates great teams from merely good ones and compares the culture driving Brisbane’s remarkable run with the Richmond dynasty he helped build. There’s plenty of love for Will Ashcroft, too, as Trent reveals the personality behind Brisbane’s young superstar, why his All Australian snub may have unleashed something dangerous and what makes him such a relentless competitor. He also weighs in on the Lions’ frighteningly young list, whether they can keep the dynasty rolling, and the challenge of finding motivation when you’ve already climbed the mountain again and again. Then comes the Grand Final’s most talked-about tactical move. Trent breaks down the now infamous “Wharfie Time” call, why he actually likes the idea despite how brutally it backfired on Fremantle, and whether the Dockers can turn Grand Final heartbreak into a Richmond 2017-style launchpad next season.  Plus, he gives an emphatic answer on whether senior coaching is in his future, explains why he’s much happier exploring life outside football and opens up on finding his place in podcasting after being told to become more opinionated in traditional media. Two Good Sports is sports news, told differently. What happens off the field is just as fun as what happens on it. Twice a week, seasoned sports broadcasters Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi go through the biggest stories in sport, going behind the scenes to hear how elite athletes do what they do. Whether you're a casual observer or a diehard fan, you'll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective on the issues at the pointy end of sport. Follow Two Good Sports on Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grand Final week goes into overdrive as Abbey and Georgie land not one but two AFL premiership players in the same episode: Richmond great Jack Riewoldt and four time Hawthorn/Geelong flag winner Isaac Smith, for dueling previews of Fremantle vs Brisbane. Riewoldt breaks down what it actually felt like in the rooms when Freo booked their first ever Grand Final berth, watching former teammate Shai Bolton embrace family and friends after his move to the Dockers, and makes the case for defence deciding the contest while gently teasing the Lachie Neale tribunal drama without giving much away. Then Isaac Smith swings by fresh off what he calls the best game of football he's ever seen, Hawthorn's heartbreaking prelim loss to Brisbane, to weigh in on whether big game experience actually matters, why nobody's talking about Freo's escape act against Sydney, and Will Ashcroft's increasingly legendary hair. Both guests get put on the spot for a margin, a Norm Smith pick, and naturally their favourite Kylie Minogue song ahead of her halftime slot, one enthusiastically, one under extreme protest. Whether you back Freo's fairytale or Brisbane's three peat, this one comes with the inside word from two men who know exactly what it's like to walk out on the last Saturday in September. In this episode: 00:38 Jack Riewoldt on Freo's rooms and Shai Bolton's return 02:02 Why Freo have been quietly preparing for weeks 05:17 Is Fremantle's scoring the fatal flaw? 06:12 Why defence will decide the Grand Final 08:45 Lachie Neale's tribunal drama 09:19 Kylie Minogue tickets and Grand Final predictions 11:13 Four flag guest Isaac Smith joins the show 12:33 The best game of football he's ever seen: Hawks v Lions 14:07 Justice for Freo's escape act against Sydney 14:55 Does Grand Final experience actually matter? 17:15 Will Ashcroft's hair and Norm Smith odds 18:23 The annual Grand Final conspiracy theory debate 19:49 Does Isaac miss playing? 21:37 Isaac Smith's final prediction 22:55 Favourite Kylie banger, put to the ultimate test Two Good Sports is sports news, told differently. What happens off the field is just as fun as what happens on it. Twice a week, seasoned sports broadcasters Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi go through the biggest stories in sport, going behind the scenes to hear how elite athletes do what they do. Whether you're a casual observer or a diehard fan, you'll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective on the issues at the pointy end of sport. Follow Two Good Sports on Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abbey and Georgie gear up for the AFL Grand Final by unpacking a dusty box of Dockers memorabilia Abbey has stored away since switching allegiance to the Tigers. There's spirited debate around who deserves to win (and who's actually going to), Lachie Neale’s tribunal drama and the sky-high travel costs for Freo fans.  Plus, a peek behind the curtain on Brownlow Medal night, with behind-the-scenes stories from the red carpet and Abbey calling for more kindness towards players’ partners in the spotlight. And there's a passionate debate about Kylie Minogue’s greatest songs ahead of her Grand Final performance, with Georgie ranking the ultimate Kylie hits.  Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!    In this episode: 00:00 AFLW Grand Final Week Starts02:12 Georgie Becomes a Fremantle Fan06:16 Why Neutrals Should Support the Dockers10:02 AFLW Grand Final Preview & Key Storylines12:21 Grand Final Flight Prices Under Fire17:12 Brownlow Medal Red Carpet Secrets20:41 Brownlow Night Stories & Bailey Smith24:11 Brownlow Predictions & Favourite Watch25:56 Kylie Minogue's AFL Grand Final Setlist30:30 Ranking Kylie Minogue's Greatest Songs32:09 AFL vs NRL Grand Final Entertainment Two Good Sports is sports news, told differently. What happens off the field is just as fun as what happens on it. Twice a week, seasoned sports broadcasters Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi go through the biggest stories in sport, going behind the scenes to hear how elite athletes do what they do. Whether you’re a casual observer or a diehard fan, you’ll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective on the issues at the pointy end of sport. Follow Two Good Sports on Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rove McManus joins Two Good Sports for a Freo fan therapy session, reflecting on the Dockers' historic season, the heartbreak of 2013, and why Freo supporters still can't quite believe a premiership is possible. He shares how he became a lifelong Dockers fan, gives us the lowdown on "Warfie Time", and explains what making (and potentially winning) a grand final would mean to him after decades of support. Along the way, the chat drifts into WA footy culture, merch rivalries, a secret about Optus Stadium guitarist Troy Nababan, Rove's WWE obsession, voice acting and Finding Nemo, and his unlikely Olympic commentary career.   In this episode: 00:00 Rove McManus Joins Two Good Sports02:15 The Biggest Dockers Fan You'll Ever Meet04:05 How Rove Fell in Love with Fremantle07:00 Why Freo Fans Refuse to Believe09:15 The Pain of the Hawthorn Finals Loss12:25 What Exactly Is "Warfie Time"?16:10 Can Fremantle Make the AFL Grand Final?18:45 Hawthorn, Brisbane & The Premiership Path20:55 Rove's Surprise Olympic Commentary Career21:50 Finding Nemo, Voice Acting & WWE Obsession24:05 What a Fremantle Premiership Would Mean27:10 The Guitarist Terrified of Heights at Optus Stadium29:00 Rove's Message to Two Good Sports Fans31:10 Flagmantle Dreams & Final Predictions   Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  Two Good Sports is sports news, told differently. What happens off the field is just as fun as what happens on it. Twice a week, seasoned sports broadcasters Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi go through the biggest stories in sport, going behind the scenes to hear how elite athletes do what they do. Whether you’re a casual observer or a diehard fan, you’ll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective on the issues at the pointy end of sport. Follow Two Good Sports on Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgie and Abbey are back from THAT historic NFL game at the MCG...and boy do they have some stories.  In the NRLW Ali Brigginshaw receives a moving farewell tribute, and AFL great turned NFL punter Sav Rocca joins the podcast to explain how Australian athletes keep making it in American football.  And it can't be avoided; the girls debate the Sydney Sweeney gambling ad controversy - well aware of the irony of giving it airtime. Is women's sport really going backwards?   Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  Two Good Sports is sports news, told differently. What happens off the field is just as fun as what happens on it. Twice a week, seasoned sports broadcasters Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi go through the biggest stories in sport, going behind the scenes to hear how elite athletes do what they do. Whether you’re a casual observer or a diehard fan, you’ll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective on the issues at the pointy end of sport. Follow Two Good Sports on Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's NRL finals tonight, and although the top 8 is (in Georgie's words) 'crazy', we are fully invested. It's crazy because unlike most seasons, there's no obvious favourite and every finals team looks dangerous. Georgie chats with team captains from across the top eight about Kalyn Ponga's failed hex on Nathan Cleary, midriff celebrations and whether Two Good Sports can become the Knights' official supporter group. Featuring interviews with Newcastle Knight Kalyn Ponga, NZ Warrior Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Sydney Rooster James Tedesco, South Sydney Rabbitoh Cameron Murray and NRL Chairman Peter V'landys, Abbey and Georgie preview every finals contender and break down the NRL Finals draw. Plus, Georgie and Cam Murray reflect on the emotion surrounding Jai Arrow's 100th game, and the others reveal who they think can stop Penrith. Beyond the finals predictions, Georgie asks the captains who they'd steal from rival clubs, how to stop Nathan Cleary, whether the Warriors are now bigger than rugby union in New Zealand, and Two Good Sports somehow ends up securing a a VIP invitation to Las Vegas from Peter V'landys (no going back on it now.   Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  Two Good Sports is sports news, told differently. What happens off the field is just as fun as what happens on it. Twice a week, seasoned sports broadcasters Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi go through the biggest stories in sport, going behind the scenes to hear how elite athletes do what they do. Whether you’re a casual observer or a diehard fan, you’ll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective on the issues at the pointy end of sport. Follow Two Good Sports on Instagram.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgie returns from Perth with strong opinions about Fremantle, Optus Stadium's reclining seats, and one of the biggest AFL finals weekends in recent memory. We unpack Freo's collapse against Hawthorn, ask whether the Hawks are now premiership favourites, and break down Sydney's incredible upset win over Brisbane. This week's Bad Sport: it's Sky Sports NZ after they made a huge blunder during the broadcast of Jai Arrow's emotional 100th game.    Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Run clubs are booming, marathons are selling out, and somehow everyone you know is suddenly training for something. So we sat down with elite runner and FEMMI co-founder Lydia O'Donnell to find out what’s really behind the running craze. From run clubs becoming the new dating apps to the mental games that kick in deep into a marathon, Lydia explains why so many people are lacing up and why they keep coming back. But this conversation isn’t really about running. It’s about confidence, body image, women’s health, and learning to work with your body instead of against it. Lydia shares her own experience as an elite athlete, the lessons she wishes she’d known sooner, and why movement can be a powerful antidote to a world that constantly tells women to take up less space. Plus: the biggest mistakes new runners make, the toughest kilometre in a marathon, and the ultimate running soundtrack.   Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most emotional moments in Australian sporting history unfolded over the weekend as Jai Arrow returned to the field and notched his 98th game for the Rabbitohs. Georgie Tunny and Abbey Gelmi unpack the scenes that left us all in tears, debate whether AFL's Wild Card experiment has won over its critics, and discuss the growing anti-Geelong movement, the AFL Legends Game, and why Carlton has suddenly become everyone's second favourite team. Plus, the Broncos' botched farewell for Adam Reynolds, Collingwood's heartbreaking exit and Scott Pendlebury's move to the Suns. And the NRL's most chaotic top eight in years, the rise of the Dolphins, another Cleary emerging to terrify rivals, and why Fremantle remains the most confusing contender in Australian sport.   Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happened to the Brisbane Broncos this season? 12 months ago, they looked like one of the NRL’s most formidable teams. So what went wrong? Georgie does an autopsy. In the AFL there's a very important conversation going on. Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson’s powerful comments on mental health showed us how sport can help drive conversations that we all should be having. Abbey and Georgie discuss: The Broncos’ difficult season and what comes next Jordan Dawson’s emotional All-Australian address The Richmond Mad Monday controversy Adam Reynolds lack of farewell Who should win the NRL Premiership? Yes or No on the AFL's Wildcard round Content warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide and mental health. If you or someone you know needs support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.   Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He coached the Broncos and the Sea Eagles, and he's heading to the new PNG Chiefs in 2028. Anthony Seibold joins Two Good Sports for a candid chat about coaching at the highest level in rugby league, surviving the Brisbane Broncos spotlight and why one of the NRL's biggest clubs keeps finding itself under pressure.  He opens up about media scrutiny, player distractions, what makes a great player a good coach (Cameron Smith, Billy Slater) and reveals the players who left the biggest impression on him across his career. Plus: Why he believes the Warriors are the team to beat The truth behind Brisbane's disappointing season What separates elite players from everyone else Inside the PNG Chiefs project and rugby league's incredible impact on Papua New Guinea Why he nearly walked away from coaching for good  Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abbey and Georgie take you behind the scenes at the Logies - what really happens when the cameras are off, who wrote the best jokes, and how the snake got in.  If you've ever wondered what it takes to be a sports journo in this day and age, wonder no more. Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.