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'Out of control': NRLW star sentenced after stalking ex-partner

She was told she only narrowly avoided jail time.

The real story behind Women's Rugby World Cup coverage

Women featured in 44% of all sports stories during the five-week RWC.

From last to contenders: Phoenix women chase first A-League playoff berth

The Phoenix sit second after 12 games, with the league's best attack and defence.

Northland angler lands 279kg swordfish and pending record in gruelling 7-hour battle

'I honestly didn’t think I’d get through it,' Paihia's Helen Horrocks says.

England thrash Wales, Italy stun Scotland

Henry Arundell’s treble came in just 40 minutes on his first test start since 2023.

Phil Gifford: Why this year could be the All Blacks' most brutal test yet

OPINION: There's never been a tougher start for a new All Black coach.

From Greytown to glory: The life and legend of All Black Grant Batty

Family, friends and ex-teammates will honour him at a celebration of life on Friday.

From Twickenham flashpoint to 'hit job' claims: The untold story and new details of Scott Robertson's All Blacks exit

'F*** it': Coaching box and comms, politics and players – why Razor's dream fell apart.

'The best thing to happen': Manu Vatuvei on prison, depression and boxing

The former Warriors star was jailed in 2022 for importing methamphetamine.

The expectations facing Warriors in quest for a Harold Matthews Cup three-peat

Former Warriors prop Albert Vete will coach the side as they chase a third straight title.

Eden Park to host State of Origin game in 2027 - report

The game is reported to have a kickoff of 9.30pm local time.

'Not in the best interests of the game': NRL backs down after club backlash to major rule overhaul

The ARLC will now trial the controversial kickoff option later in 2026.

Mick On Monday: Classic double possible if Ohope keeps winning

Ohope Wins dominates two Group 1 markets as she could chase a classic double.

Ohope Wins shows X-factor in Ellis Classic as NZ Oaks looms

Ohope Wins looks every inch a future Oaks winner with her Te Rapa triumph.

Hometown hero First Five too fast for Aussies in BCD Sprint at Te Rapa

First Five lodges a claim to be rated NZ's best sprinter with the $500,000 victory.

Legarto launches in Herbie Dyke to give Bosson 100th Group 1 win

Opie Bosson joins one of racing's most exclusive clubs with his 100th Group 1 victory.

Scott Robertson is gone, so who will save the All Blacks?

NZ Herald sports reporter Alex Powell breaks down the shock exit of Scott Robertson, as well as looking ahead in the year of sport.

'Time to listen': Netball NZ announces interim CEO after Wyllie exit

Jane Patterson and head of high performance Chelsea Lane have both been appointed.

Expert roundtable: What 2026 must deliver for the Silver Ferns, ANZ Premiership

Netball NZ enters 2026 searching for a permanent chief executive.

'Lucky and blessed': Shirley Hooper honoured after 50 years of service to women's sport

Pāpāmoa's Shirley Hooper receives NY honour for services to netball and artistic swimming.

Thieves urged to return Olympic gold medal stolen from rowing great's Christchurch home

Police say the gold medal can be returned anonymously via any station.

‘Don't destroy it’: Rowing great pleads for stolen Olympic gold medal’s return

Leslie O’Connell’s Christchurch house was ransacked while he was away.

Club patron Emma Twigg returns for Hawke’s Bay rowing’s 150 years New Year

Twigg won a World Beach Sprint rowing title seven weeks ago.

On The Up: The full 100 – New Zealand's greatest sporting moments of the past 25 years

Celebrating 25 years of New Zealand's greatest moments.

‘Thrilled to continue’: Zuru renew Lawson sponsorship for 2026 F1 season

The Kiwi’s helmet will again feature Zuru’s logo during this year’s campaign.

'Unfinished business': Christian Horner vows to make F1 return after Red Bull axing

The former team boss is eager to return to F1 after his Red Bull departure last year.

Ugochukwu chases rare double with NZ Grand Prix and title in his sights

The 18-year-old American already holds the prestigious Macau Grand Prix title.

‘We’re making big gains’: Lawson completes first week of testing new F1 car

However, the Kiwi’s best time was 0.389s slower than his new rookie teammate.

Seifert fireworks power Black Caps to T20 World Cup win over Afghanistan

NZ exorcised the demons of the 2024 opening loss to begin this year's tournament.

Black Caps avoid shock defeat to USA thanks to late Henry heroics

Henry finished with 5-22 including two wickets in the final over.

New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell problem on eve of Twenty20 World Cup

Mitchell has shifted from his favoured position for a new role at the World Cup.

Black Caps hit by illness as Conway and Ravindra miss US warm-up

Coach Rob Walter says both could still be fit for game one in three days.

Women could play five-set matches at Australian Open under new plan

CEO ideas: Drones delivering drinks, futuristic players' chairs, play on if it's a 'net'.

‘God knows what happens’: Djokovic hints at Australian Open farewell

The 38-year-old remains tied with Margaret Court on 24 major titles.

Sport Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026

Sport Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

Alcaraz beats Djokovic to win maiden Australian Open title

Alcaraz, 22, is now the youngest man to win all four Grand Slams.

Phil Gifford: Why this year could be the All Blacks' most brutal test yet

OPINION: There's never been a tougher start for a new All Black coach.

From Greytown to glory: The life and legend of All Black Grant Batty

Family, friends and ex-teammates will honour him at a celebration of life on Friday.

From Twickenham flashpoint to 'hit job' claims: The untold story and new details of Scott Robertson's All Blacks exit

'F*** it': Coaching box and comms, politics and players – why Razor's dream fell apart.

Gregor Paul: NZ Rugby faces delicate race to free next All Blacks coach from club deals

OPINION: NZR will get their man – that’s not in doubt – but 'when?' is the key question.

Ohope Wins shows X-factor in Ellis Classic as NZ Oaks looms

Ohope Wins looks every inch a future Oaks winner with her Te Rapa triumph.

From Greytown to glory: The life and legend of All Black Grant Batty

Family, friends and ex-teammates will honour him at a celebration of life on Friday.

Hometown hero First Five too fast for Aussies in BCD Sprint at Te Rapa

First Five lodges a claim to be rated NZ's best sprinter with the $500,000 victory.

Auckland FC get back to winning ways and go top again

Goalkeeper Michael Woud responded to being dropped by keeping a crucial clean sheet.

Legarto launches in Herbie Dyke to give Bosson 100th Group 1 win

Opie Bosson joins one of racing's most exclusive clubs with his 100th Group 1 victory.

Hillier two shots off lead at Qatar Masters, Fox makes cut in Phoenix

Hillier is tied for third at 10-under, two shots behind leader Patrick Reed.

‘Incredibly special’: NZ flag bearers named for Winter Olympics

Marty Toomey chose the pair as flag bearers for their leadership and mana.

From Twickenham flashpoint to 'hit job' claims: The untold story and new details of Scott Robertson's All Blacks exit

'F*** it': Coaching box and comms, politics and players – why Razor's dream fell apart.