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Black Ferns survive early scare to romp into semifinals

The Black Ferns scored six tries in the second 40 to advance to the final four.

Black Fern ruled out of World Cup with injury

An injury replacement is expected to join the squad in the coming days. 

Race day rituals: Inside Zoe Hobbs' path to sprinting success

Tokyo will be Hobbs’ fourth world championships since she debuted in 2019.

'They want to go through us': Bunting on Black Ferns' focus and South Africa's bench split

South Africa have named a 7-1 forwards-back split on the bench for the quarter-final clash

Gregor Paul on the darkest day: All Blacks legacy rocked by record Boks thrashing

OPINION: South Africa scored six tries as the All Blacks collapsed after halftime.

Player ratings: The two Boks that got 10s in record win

How the Springboks rated in their record win over the All Blacks in Wellington.

'Take it on the chin': Robertson, Barrett react to All Blacks' record loss

A second-half implosion left the All Blacks with no answers in Wellington.

Black Ferns survive early scare to romp into semifinals

The Black Ferns scored six tries in the second 40 to advance to the final four.

How the Warriors players rated in NRL elimination final defeat

Which players impressed and who struggled in the Warriors' elimination final.

'It breaks your heart': Warriors coach rues costly lapses in Penrith defeat

The scoreline wasn't a true reflection of the contest, which was a tight, tense affair.

Penrith Panthers beat the Warriors 24-8

All the action as the Warriors host the Penrith Panthers in the first round of the NRL finals, from Go Media Stadium. Credit Sky Sport

Warriors' NRL season ends as Panthers' dynasty rolls on

Andrew Webster's side have been bested in their NRL elimination final.

Trainer hopes former Horse of the Year will give him cause for double celebration

Why Graeme Rogerson couldn't be at home to prepare Sharp N Smart this weekend.

Last placing wouldn’t tell the whole story for Mark Twain

Kiwi galloper named after famous writer to take on the best of the best.

Ladies Man looks to long-term goal

A young jockey just starting her career will help a star galloper reduce a huge handicap.

Alexandra Park trotting tip hidden away in TAB markets

A top trotting stable on why Belle Neige is best of their chances at Alex Park tonight.

Suzanne McFadden: Treatment of Dame Noeline deepens netball's crisis

Coach's sudden stand-down raises serious questions about netball's leadership.

‘Clear the deck’: New Silver Ferns coach on shock call-up to replace Taurua

Yvette McCausland-Durie was asked to coach the Silver Ferns at the 11th hour.

Former Silver Ferns coach Yvonne Willering discusses the shock decision to drop Dame Noelene Taurua

Netball New Zealand's surprise decision to ditch Dame Noelene Taurua as coach: Former Silver Ferns coach weighs in. Video / Herald NOW

Open letter from Silver Ferns legend: 'A dark shadow over the mana of our great game’

Laura Langman has shared her support for departing coach Dame Noelene Taurua.

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.

'It's on my bucket list': McLaughlin set for Suzuka 1000 challenge

Japan's Suzuka 1000 endurance event returns after five years as part of the GT Challenge.

Alex Powell: Are Racing Bulls playing favourites with Lawson's career?

OPINION: What we learned from the Italian Grand Prix.

Herald Now: Sports Panel: Black Ferns victory, Lawson struggles to impress

The experts discuss the latest in NZ sport. The Black Ferns have surged to a 40-0 win over Ireland whilst Liam Lawsonm struggles in F1. Video / Herald NOW

'We tried a gamble': Lawson’s strategy fails, settles for 14th in Italy

The Kiwi again had to watch his Racing Bulls teammate finish in the points.

‘A bit nervous’: Aussie great’s fears for cricket’s future as T20 surges

The rise of the shortest format continues to impact the international game.

'My head was spinning': From an accountancy firm, to White Ferns World Cup bolter

The allrounder from Havelock North is yet to play for the White Ferns in ODIs.

'Tough calls': White Ferns name four players for World Cup debut

Sophie Devine will captain the team in her final World Cup tournament.

Black Caps great Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa

The 41-year-old will try to help Samoa qualify for next year’s T20 World Cup.

Lulu Sun aiming to use ASB Classic as springboard for career resurgence

New Zealand's top singles player will play at the 2026 ASB Classic in Auckland.

Alcaraz wins second US Open title, Trump booed

Carlos Alcaraz beat rival Jannik Sinner across four sets.

Sabalenka beats Anisimova to defend US Open title

Aryna Sabalenka defended her US Open title in straight sets.

Kiwi Routliffe wins US Open doubles title

Erin Routliffe is a US Open champion once again.

Gregor Paul on the darkest day: All Blacks legacy rocked by record Boks thrashing

OPINION: South Africa scored six tries as the All Blacks collapsed after halftime.

Player ratings: The two Boks that got 10s in record win

How the Springboks rated in their record win over the All Blacks in Wellington.

How the Warriors players rated in NRL elimination final defeat

Which players impressed and who struggled in the Warriors' elimination final.

All Blacks player ratings: Judging the performers in ABs' record defeat

Rating the All Blacks performers in their 43-10 test loss to the Springboks.

Barrett brothers donate historic All Blacks jersey to charity after ‘cheeky’ message from fan

The message touched a chord and the All Blacks trio were thrilled to help.

Riki Flutey's kicking club: Inside the Black Ferns' turnaround from the tee

'[They're] last to leave the field ... because they’ve got to get their kicking reps in.'

Kiwi trio set to make cut in Surrey; Ko makes move on LPGA Tour

Kobori is the best of the Kiwi trio at the BMW PGA Championship, ahead of Hillier and Fox

All Blacks quiz: Tight Five questions

Test your All Blacks knowledge with these five trivia questions.

'Super tricky': Black Foils surge on erratic SailGP day in France

The New Zealand crew sit second after the first four races of the event in Saint-Tropez.

Black Fern ruled out of World Cup with injury

An injury replacement is expected to join the squad in the coming days. 

From anime to the arena: Young fighter's quest for greatness

'I want to learn it all and be one of the best fighters.'

Sonny Bill, Benji, Roger and ....Leka: The Warriors rookie who has lit up the NRL

No teenager has made a greater impact on the NRL competition in 2025.