RICKY Nixon has had his car impounded after he was caught drink-driving and talking on his mobile while his licence was suspended.

ENERGY levels were up at Storm yesterday during a training session, but taking that intensity into tonight's clash with Manly remains the challenge.

ERNIE Merrick, who steered Melbourne Victory to two A-League titles, is the new coach of the Wellington Phoenix.

DAVID Warner has a special date ahead of his trip to England with Australia's Ashes squad.

VINCENZO Nibali maintained his lead over Cadel Evans after the 15th stage of the Giro d'Italia was won by Giovanni Visconti.