Russell Mark and Michael Diamond are part of Australia's shooting team for London 2012, the Australian Olympic Committee said on Thursday.

Samantha Stosur has defended the state of Australian tennis as she eyes a second French Open final at Roland Garros.

San Antonio Spurs' exit from the NBA playoffs at the hands of Oklahoma frees Boomers coach Brett Brown and point guard Patty Mills for the Olympic build-up.

Trainer David Lawlor has appealed a six-month disqualification for a high bicarb reading returned by Group One TJ Smith hopeful Noogoora Burr.

Queensland coach Mal Meninga has taken a fresh swipe at NSW, saying they do not have the right "mentality" to play State of Origin footy.