Alex Powell is a Sports Journalist for the NZ Herald.
He has been a sports journalist since 2016, and previously worked for both Newshub and 1News. You can contact Alex at alex.powell@nzme.co.nz.
'A good start': Lawson fast in Silverstone practice, logs two top-10 finishes
Both Racing Bulls cars showed pace on the first day of the British Grand Prix.
‘It’s a new weekend’: The factor in Lawson's favour for British Grand Prix
The Kiwi boasts a strong record at Silverstone before this weekend’s race.
‘Shown their class’: Robertson backs All Blacks rookies for French debut
'This is a huge moment for these men and their families.'
Four debutants as Robertson names first All Blacks team of 2025
Scott Robertson's side begin their season on Saturday night.
Alex Powell: What we learned from Lawson's best finish
OPINION: The Kiwi ace was a shining light, as the Red Bull racers struggled.
'Very, very happy': Lawson claims career-best finish with sixth in Austrian GP
The Kiwi was Red Bull's best-placed car for its home race in Spielberg.
Lawson sixth, beats Verstappen and Hadjar in Austrian qualifying
The Kiwi is Red Bull's highest-starting car, for its home Grand Prix.
'Best place I've been': Jamieson puts injury woes behind him
The 30-year-old has his sights locked on the Black Caps' huge home summer.
'The car is decent': Lawson outpaces teammate Hadjar in Austrian practice
The Kiwi was solid in his first taste of the Red Bull Ring in a Formula One car.
T20 freelancers commit to Walter's first Black Caps squad for T20 tri-series
New Zealand face Zimbabwe and South Africa next month.
NZ Cricket understands fan frustration over lack of home tests
The Black Caps will play just three red-ball matches this summer.
F1 movie review: Can Brad Pitt save his own film from plot holes?
OPINION: There's enough for old-school and new-school fans alike.
Robertson names five new All Blacks for first squad of 2025
The All Blacks host France next month to begin their season.
'Where I need to get to': Black Caps hopeful wants NZ debut despite T20 lure
Bevon Jacobs is yet to play international cricket, but he knows it's where he wants to be.
Alex Powell: Liam Lawson's biggest problem isn't going away
OPINION: What we learned from the Canadian Grand Prix.
‘Sorry, mate’: Lawson forced out of Canadian Grand Prix
A power unit ultimately gave out, and forced the Kiwi’s hand in Montreal.
Liam Lawson forced to retire from Canadian Grand Prix
Mercedes' George Russell took the chequered flag in Montreal.
'What the hell just happened?': Lawson dealt qualifying blow in Canada
The Kiwi could only post the 19th-fastest time in Montreal.
'It's been a fun day': Lawson quick in Canadian Grand Prix practice
The Kiwi enjoyed a solid start to the weekend in Montreal.
Who next? Six candidates to become NZ Rugby's new chief executive
OPINION: NZ Rugby is searching for a new boss after Mark Robinson stepped down.
Alex Powell: Liam Lawson's Red Bull future lies in Yuki Tsunoda's hands
OPINION: There is plenty for the Kiwi to race for over the coming months.
Lawson in frame for Red Bull return if Verstappen cops F1 ban
The world champion risks a suspension due to his poor disciplinary record.
‘Biggest challenge in the game’: New Black Caps coach on rise of T20 leagues
Rob Walter is well-versed in the club v country split in cricket.
New Black Caps coach: Ex-South Africa boss is appointed
The 49-year-old takes charge of the NZ men’s side in all formats.
‘He’s definitely ready’: Warriors’ belief in injured Barnett’s replacement
Jackson Ford has the first chance to impress in his co-captain’s injury absence.
NZ Cricket invest in future with contract list - who's in and who's out?
Four youngsters have been handed their first fulltime national deals.
Alex Powell: Where does Lawson stand with Red Bull as Hadjar continues to shine?
OPINION: What we learned from the Spanish Grand Prix.
'We got screwed': Lawson narrowly misses points in chaotic Spanish Grand Prix
The Kiwi was so close, but so far from more points in Barcelona.
'Pretty disappointed': Lawson qualifies 13th for Spanish Grand Prix
The Kiwi wasn't able to repeat his heroics from Monaco qualifying last week.
'Good base to build on': Lawson records two top-10 finishes in Barcelona practice
The Kiwi seems poised to continue his Formula One resurgence.
'He's got to keep working': Warriors coach's sympathy for off-contract Te Maire Martin
As his contract runs out, Martin is having to be patient in his fight for game time.
Alex Powell: Lawson makes social media trolls eat their words in Monaco
OPINION: What we learned from the Monaco Grand Prix.
'Very happy': Lawson claims career-best result in Monaco
The Kiwi helped his team pull off the perfect strategy on the Monte Carlo streets.
Lawson achieves best F1 qualifying of 2025, hope for points in Monaco
The Monte Carlo street circuit is notoriously difficult to overtake on.
‘I want to play for NZ’: Contract rebel Ferguson not giving up on Black Caps
The 33-year-old has his sights on the 2027 T20 World Cup.
'A positive day': Lawson fastest Red Bull car, fifth in Formula 1 Monaco practice
The Kiwi impressed on the opening day on the streets of Monte Carlo.
'What we need in a leader': Warriors back new captain Capewell against Raiders
The 31-year-old will lead the Warriors for the first time on Sunday.
Alex Powell: Lawson can’t keep losing out to Hadjar if he wants Red Bull return
OPINION: What we learned from the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
Lawson ‘disappointed, for everybody’ after Imola Grand Prix
The 2025 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix will not go down as one of Formula One’s great races.
'Tough one to swallow': Lawson robbed by red flag, qualifies 16th in Imola
The Kiwi was denied any chance to better his first timed lap and missed out by 0.123s.
'Work to do': Lawson endures mixed day of practice, teammate crashes in Imola
Red flags interrupted both Friday practice sessions for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
‘We’re quite excited’: Why Lawson is taking confidence into Imola Grand Prix
The Kiwi boasts plenty of experience racing in northern Italy.
Kiwis can choose to return to India as IPL restart confirmed amid Pakistan conflict
The Indian Twenty20 league will resume on May 17.
Kiwi cricketers head home from IPL amid India-Pakistan tensions
Meanwhile all Kiwis involved in Pakistan have since relocated to Dubai.
Alex Powell: What Lawson, Racing Bulls need to do to reignite F1 season
OPINION: The Kiwi can turn around a difficult string of results in the coming weeks.
‘Absolutely love him’: Webster defiant as Warriors half linked with Cowboys
‘I’ve got no intention of letting him go.’
Alex Powell: For his sake, Liam Lawson needs to tidy up his Formula 1 act
OPINION: What we learned from the Miami Grand Prix.
Watch: 'It destroyed the floor' - Lawson's Miami Grand Prix ruined
A collision with Australian Jack Doohan wiped out any chance of points for the Kiwi.
Lawson forced to retire after damage in Miami Grand Prix
All the action from the Miami International Autodrome.
'Our DNA is starting to show': Warriors' 2025 identity puts NRL on notice
The Kiwi club appear to have turned a serious corner after a disappointing 2024.
'We do have a problem': Car fault sees Lawson qualify 15th for Miami Grand Prix
A problem with his battery saw the Kiwi eliminated in the second qualifying session.
Lawson stripped of first F1 points of 2025, loses seventh-place sprint finish
A clash with Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso cost the Kiwi dearly.
Metcalf masterclass tops Cowboys' comeback as Warriors take Magic Round win
Andrew Webster's side secured their sixth – and most gutsy – win of the season so far.
‘That was so bad’: Lawson beaten by teammate, will start 14th in Miami sprint
The Kiwi was at least able to outqualify Red Bull stablemate Yuki Tsunoda.
The hard road: Inside Liam Lawson's struggles in the 2025 F1 season
The Kiwi is on the path back after being dropped mid-season by Red Bull.
Barnett repays Webster's faith when Warriors need leaders
With other leaders retired, injured or leaving the club, Barnett hasn't faltered.
‘It’s about getting better’: Black Cap Sears bucks T20 trend to boost test chances
After a record-setting end to the NZ summer, the fast bowler has headed north.
'Feels like he belongs': Could this ex-Wallabies star switch allegiance to the All Blacks?
The 34-year-old could represent New Zealand from mid-2026.
Second-straight second-half surge powers Chiefs past Western Force
Clayton McMillan’s side continue to set the pace in Super Rugby Pacific.
What does NZ Cricket’s American investment mean for Black Caps' test future?
The partnership aims to retain talent and expand NZC’s global brand and revenue streams.
‘Stoked for him’: Penney paying back Crusaders loyalty after 2024 struggles
The head coach came under scrutiny last year, but was backed instead of sacked.
Alex Powell: Does Liam Lawson's penalty expose F1's double standards?
OPINION: What we learned from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
'It's a shame': Penalty spoils Lawson’s Saudi Grand Prix
The Kiwi crossed the line in 11th place, but was relegated down the grid.
Recap: Liam Lawson finishes 12th after time penalty in Saudi Arabia
All the action from Jeddah Corniche Circuit.
Lawson achieves best qualifying position of 2025, beats teammate
The Kiwi continues to improve on his return to Racing Bulls.
Hurricanes, Force share the spoils after Super Point draw in Perth
At the very least, the Hurricanes ended their losing run.
Liam Lawson avoids stewards’ punishment, logs solid day in Saudi practice
The Kiwi was investigated for failing to comply with race director instructions.
'Nothing really changed': Lawson shrugs off ruthless Red Bull axing
This year has not gone to plan for the Kiwi in Formula One.
Alex Powell: Liam Lawson's moral victories in Bahrain disappointment
OPINION: What we learned from the Bahrain Grand Prix.
'Just a shame': Penalties ruin Lawson’s race in Bahrain Grand Prix
The Kiwi crossed the line 13th, but lost three places after punishments were applied.
'It just sucks': Car fault costs Lawson, to start 17th at Bahrain Grand Prix
'I don’t really know what happened.'
Blues hammer Moana Pasifika to claim Super Rugby's battle for Auckland
The 2024 champions proved their season is far from done.
'Pressure on': Lawson outpaces Yuki Tsunoda in Bahrain GP practice, Red Bull struggles
The Kiwi logged 50 laps in practice, on a track he’s had plenty of past success on.
Sua’ali’i shines, McKenzie struggles as Chiefs lose Super Rugby top spot in upset
Australian rugby's bright hope showed his class against the former competition leaders.
‘He’s made for that arena’: Warriors continue to bang Egan State of Origin drum
The No 9 was overlooked last year, but continues to excel at Mt Smart.
Stead's future as Black Caps coach to be revealed this week
The 53-year-old's current contract expires in June.
Alex Powell: The biggest threat to Lawson's Red Bull future reveals itself
OPINION: What we learned from the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.
'A tough start': Pit strategy costs Lawson in Japan
The Kiwi’s one-stop pit strategy didn’t yield the desired results.
Lawson drops places in underwhelming Japanese Grand Prix
The tight nature of the Japanese track ultimately cost the Kiwi.
Liam Lawson outqualifies Yuki Tsunoda, to start Japanese Grand Prix in 13th
The Kiwi has proven his point to his Red Bull bosses at Suzuka.