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The question that saw female quota added for America's Cup teams

'What I wasn’t being true to myself in is that we weren’t creating that next piece.'

Alice Soper: How poor coverage is holding back women's rugby in NZ

OPINION: Farah Palmer Cup broadcasts now dictated by men's schedule.

Black Foils' sailor opens up on managing period as sole female on boat

Liv Mackay uses a menstrual cup for long hours at sea.

LockerRoom: How resilience and family helped Kelly Brazier defy odds for World Cup return

Brazier aims to inspire future generations while considering a coaching career.

'We learnt a lot’: Jordie Barrett reflects on All Blacks changes and growth

All Blacks vice-captain reflects on changes to the team, pushing back against critics.

All Blacks v Argentina: All you need to know

All you need to know about the Rugby Championship opener.

Senor Razor: All Blacks coach reveals connection to South America

All Blacks coach reveals lessons learned from year one as he targets reclaiming the title.

Opinion: How Razor's selections can bring final-quarter success

The All Blacks scored just seven and conceded 50 in the last 20 minutes.

Desperate Warriors edge Dragons in Auckland thriller

Andrew Webster’s side snapped a three-game losing run.

Michael Burgess: Why the Dragons match will decide fate of Warriors' 2025 NRL season

OPINION: It feels as if everything rests on Friday’s outcome.

Why police questioned Kiwi league star Brandon Smith at airport

The incident overshadowed his 150th NRL appearance for the South Sydney Rabbitohs.

Capewell out, Boyd returns as Warriors look to snap losing streak

Another veteran has been ruled out as the Warriors try to rediscover that winning feeling.

Habana’s handicap points punters towards Tuxedo

Racing on a good track at Ruakākā today and Taupō tomorrow signals spring is on the way.

Dodging pacing’s superstars only half the battle for Mantra Blue

Zachary Butcher is sneaking in a winnable race before harness racing's supremos return.

Forsman has flyer and progressive stayer aiming at $100,000 targets

$100,000 races don't come much different than the two being run in NZ tomorrow.

Fillies give Oaks Stud huge hand in first black-type age group race

The 3-year-old season starts to warm up at Ruakākā with some familiar colours to the fore.

Exclusive: Netball NZ's plan to combat Silver Ferns' Australian exodus

Steps are being taken to keep the ANZ Premiership competitive.

'Quite frustrating': Why Silver Ferns star is latest to quit NZ for Australia

Netball NZ's broadcast deal saga has been a factor in Maddy Gordon's move to Oz.

Why top Silver Fern Kelly Jackson is leaving NZ for Australia

Her move follows Grace Nweke's successful Australian season.

'Pure joy': Nweke's journey to Silver Ferns selection

Grace Nweke will lead an inexperienced shooting circle with three uncapped players.

87yo to row Tauranga Harbour in tribute to son’s Atlantic feat

The journey honours his late son Phil, a record-setting transatlantic rower.

'Integrity, fairness, consistency': School Sport NZ proposes Year 14 student ban

Debate comes to a head after recent issues in rowing, rugby, mountain-bike competitions.

'Not okay': Top NZ rower cops booze ban after bolting from US police in post-regatta incident

Zack Rumble was being questioned over an alleged assault in Seattle.

‘No secret society’: How women in sport learn best

How trailblazing Kiwi coaches are creating safe spaces for female leaders to learn.

Racing ambition: Kiwi driver Madeline Stewart's rise in US motorsport

Stewart has joined the Porsche Female Driver Development Programme.

'One of the most talented right now': Pundit backs another Kiwi to join Lawson in F1

Scott McLaughlin is a three-time V8 Supercars champ and Indycar race winner.

Van Gisbergen gets redemption win at Watkins Glen

The Kiwi driver has notched his fourth Nascar victory this season.

'It seemed like the world was ending': How world motocross champion is tackling health setbacks

Courtney Duncan is focusing on her health, with no set date for her racing return.

Editorial: Never spurn the chance to rewrite the history books

OPINION: The magical 1000-run mark wasn't out of the question, but NZ didn't even try.

Black Caps player ratings: Who missed their chance in Zimbabwe series win?

OPINION: How New Zealand rated in their 2-0 series sweep.

Black Caps thrash Zimbabwe for largest test win as Foulkes takes five-for

Once again, New Zealand won inside three days to seal a 2-0 series sweep.

Centuries galore as Black Caps' batters bash Zimbabwe into the dirt

Two wickets, and plenty of records, fell on day two of the second test.

'Shameful': Tennis star shares vile messages after loss in Montreal

Elina Svitolina was attacked by online trolls after her shock loss to Naomi Osaka.

ASB Classic: Exclusive – Tennis arena upgrade under way as council injects $1.5m

The roof project has been a talking point for years – but this is the biggest step yet.

Why Venus Williams is making a surprise comeback to tennis

Venus Williams returns after a 16-month layoff at the DC Open this week.

Sinner wins first Wimbledon title in another Alcaraz classic

The 23-year-old is the first Italian to win at the All England Club.

The question that saw female quota added for America's Cup teams

'What I wasn’t being true to myself in is that we weren’t creating that next piece.'

Opinion: How Razor's selections can bring final-quarter success

The All Blacks scored just seven and conceded 50 in the last 20 minutes.

Paul Lewis: The bold strategy Team NZ hopes will revitalise America's Cup

OPINION: A cost cap of $147 million is aimed at to attracting more entries in future.

'Up for it': Southland, Christchurch in First XV rugby battle for South Island crown

The winner advances to the national Top 4 in Palmerston North.

Big names return as Robertson reveals All Blacks squad

The All Blacks have added plenty of experience for Sunday's test against Argentina.

'Up for it': Southland, Christchurch in First XV rugby battle for South Island crown

The winner advances to the national Top 4 in Palmerston North.

British man faces 31 charges after Liverpool title parade incident

Former Marine Paul Doyle, 53, appeared tearful as he joined the hearing.

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: Argentina rugby theme

Can you get a hat-trick?

Exclusive: Netball NZ's plan to combat Silver Ferns' Australian exodus

Steps are being taken to keep the ANZ Premiership competitive.

'Feel strong': Ultra-marathoner on racing during her period

She carries tampons, prefers period undies and discusses menstruation openly.

Dodging pacing’s superstars only half the battle for Mantra Blue

Zachary Butcher is sneaking in a winnable race before harness racing's supremos return.

Forsman has flyer and progressive stayer aiming at $100,000 targets

$100,000 races don't come much different than the two being run in NZ tomorrow.