Christopher Reive is a Specialist Multimedia Sports Journalist for New Zealand’s Herald. Covering the world of sport is his definition of living the dream.
I’m Christopher Reive and I have been a journalist since 2015. During my high school years, it became clear I should pursue a career that required me to write; being able to construct a decent essay, and not being all that good at a whole lot else. The opportunities and excitement journalism presented made it the clear path for me to follow. I got my start in the game in 2011 volunteering with entertainment magazine Rip It Up while I was in my first year of completing a BA at the University of Waikato, and went on to complete a post-graduate diploma in journalism at Wintec. My first full-time journalism job was as a general reporter with my hometown paper, the Taranaki Daily News, in 2015. I quickly jumped at an opportunity to move to the sports desk in early 2016, before joining the Herald sport team in Auckland in 2017. An avid fan of most sports, I have never wanted to pigeonhole myself as a sport-specific writer, and I have been fortunate to cover a wide range of codes since joining the Herald. For me, the opportunity to tell the stories of our country’s top athletes and teams will always be a privilege. I’ve covered some of the country’s biggest sporting moments in the past five years, from being cage-side to report on UFC championship victories to the Olympics Games; the America’s Cup to international rugby and league fixtures. Covering the world of sport, for me, is the definition of living the dream and getting to know the personalities behind the performances is a special, special thing.
Another America's Cup challenger eliminated, Luna Rossa suffer damage
Ineos Britannia move into final of the challenger series with a 5-2 win over Alinghi.
'An absolute war': Kiwi beaten in quest for UFC contract
Aaron Tau finished strong, but a slow start to the bout ultimately cost him.
'I like this UFC stuff': Kiwi books debut a week after brutal KO win
Navajo Stirling has been granted his wish of a UFC debut before the end of 2024.
Mistakes cost Team NZ on first day of Youth America’s Cup
Young sailors have had a mixed day in tough conditions.
AmCup challengers avoid elimination in shortened day of sailing
Alinghi Red Bull Racing and American Magic live to fight another day.
Kiwi looking to welcome UFC 'back to the realm of Tūmatauenga'
The Kiwi mixed martial artist will fight for a UFC contract this week.
'Not dead yet': Do-or-die time as AmCup challengers reach match point
Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli and Ineos Britannia could wrap up their series within three days.
'They're relentless': Benchmark set for Black Ferns in loss to England
The New Zealand side fell in a 24-12 loss to England on Sunday morning.
'That's weather, right?' Ex-Cup sailor on conditions and reliability of forecasting
Jon Bilger spent 10 years managing the weather department with Alinghi.
Cup semifinal pressure goes on after top seeds' perfect start
The top seeds both ended the opening day of the semifinals 2-0 up.
'Struggled to breathe': America's Cup sailor breaks ribs in fall
The American Magic helmsman was injured on the penultimate day of the round-robins.
'A different side': Black Ferns set to hit England with new look at Twickenham
The Black Ferns will meet England in a one-off test at Twickenham on Sunday.
'Do a little bit of homework': Spithill snaps at journo
Luna Rossa helmsman and his crew will meet American Magic in the best-of-nine semifinals.
Decision made: Ineos Britannia select opponent to confirm Cup semifinals
As the top-ranked challenger in the round-robins, the British got to choose their opponent
Three big questions ahead of Louis Vuitton Cup semifinals
OPINION: There is plenty of intrigue surrounding the teams ahead of the next round.
New format and Sunday footy feature in Super Rugby changes for 2025
Super Rugby Pacific will shift to a six-team playoff format next season.
'Feel like he needed the hug more than me,' Black Fern says of King Charles interaction
The team had an audience with the King at Buckingham Palace.
'Hitting hard again': Kiwi heavyweight books UFC return after surgery
After a frustrating year, the Kiwi heavyweight will look to get back on track.
Taylor Swift tour producers join UFC's bid for greatest sports event ever
'I hope people will find themselves having an emotional experience.'
'I can't make it worse': Fox on injury and plotting course to keep PGA Tour card
Fox will play two events in Europe before playing on the PGA Fall Tour in the US.
'He delivered': Dana White's glowing review as Kiwi earns UFC contract
“I’m interested. I want to see what he can do in the UFC.”
'There's no tomorrow': Is this NZ’s next UFC star?
Navajo Stirling will fight for a UFC contract on Wednesday in Las Vegas.
Team NZ sign off as first challenger eliminated
Team New Zealand's next race will be the start of the Cup match next month.
Challenger gets reprieve after damaging boat as AmCup elimination day postponed
The first elimination of the America’s Cup campaign has had to wait another day.
Team NZ navigate conditions as task becomes clear for challengers
Tomorrow will be Team New Zealand's last day of proper racing before the Cup match.
Kirwan's steep America's Cup learning curve with Luna Rossa
'I’m really starting to understand everything, or most of, what’s going on'
'Wanted the option': Kolisi to play through facial injury against ABs
Skipper will resume his role, but Rassie Erasmus has made several big changes.
Two more wins for Team NZ as end of involvement in challenger series looms
Team New Zealand claimed two wins on a testing day while the first semifinalist was found.
'Abandon all racing': Weather puts day six of Cup sailing on hold
Threat of further thunderstorms forces race committee to call a halt to sailing.
Team NZ lose to Luna Rossa as lightning strike ends day's racing
A lightning strike on the course during Team NZ's race brought an early end to the day.
Motu gets her shot at world title unification
'We’re going to go there and upset the world. We’re going to make Eddie Hearn cry.'
SailGP confirm first female driver for new season
The two-time Olympic gold medallist will helm one of two new teams.
What we learned from first round-robin of challenger series
OPINION: The pressure is about to ramp up with one team to be eliminated next week.
'No holds barred': Team NZ quell concerns on best day of racing so far
In terrific conditions, Team NZ got a chance to truly send Taihoro around the course.
Team NZ make successful, but short-lived return to racing
Team New Zealand were back in action, claiming a win by retirement in their return.
Final moments of magic: Johnson guides Warriors to win in last NRL game
The Warriors clawed their way back from a 22-4 deficit at halftime to win.
Confirmed: Team NZ returning to racing after rapid repair job
Team New Zealand will be back in action tonight as six races are set to be sailed.
Team NZ target quick turnaround to get damaged boat back racing
'Compared to what it could have been we are feeling very thankful.'
Team NZ give update on damaged boat as light winds limit racing
Repairs are under way as Team New Zealand work to get back on the water.
Setback for Team NZ after AC75 damaged, won't race tomorrow
'These are the moments that can define an America’s Cup campaign,' Grant Dalton says.
Team NZ assessing damage to AC75 after crane failure
Team NZ said all team members were safe, but gave no indication of any damage sustained.
Team NZ impress on intriguing opening day of AmCup challenger series
The French, Italians and Brits all put points on the board on opening day.
'Racing for survival': Risk vs reward for rivals as Team NZ lines up in challenger series
Jimmy Spithill says Team NZ's 'massive advantage' could also be a chance for challengers.
Sam Cane starts as All Blacks side to face Springboks named
Scott Robertson has made two changes to the side that beat Argentina.
All you need to know ahead of AmCup challenger series
All you need to know ahead of the Louis Vuitton Cup challenger series.
How NZ helped shape Sir Ben Ainslie's AmCup career
The Brit reflects on his America's Cup career and why Grant Dalton is 'like Marmite'.
'I don't regret a thing': NZ-trained UFC star reflects as milestone looms
'I moved to the only place where I could get my ass kicked. That's how you get better'
Opinion: What we learned from Team NZ's preliminary regatta win
Will we see any major changes in form when the races that matter begin?
'A tough day': Team NZ lose race but win final of preliminary regatta
The teams will have plenty to consider now with the challenger series just days away.
Team NZ's ominous warning to AmCup challengers ahead of defence
'This is a lesson of San Francisco, they don’t count our points until October.'
Team NZ lay down gauntlet; issue forces another challenger to retire
Team NZ impressed in their race, but the regatta saw its third retirement in as many days.
'So much to smile about': Johnson content with decision after Mt Smart farewell
'I just still can’t believe it’s happened to me,' Johnson said.
'Tighter than previous Cups': Decision time arrives for AmCup teams
'You don’t really have a huge opportunity to make many significant changes'
'Struggling to understand': Webster's frustration as RTS' season ended by high shot
'It’s a consistent way of refereeing against the Warriors,' CEO Cameron George said.
'A real shame': Another retirement as Team NZ stay perfect in Barcelona
Team NZ remain unbeaten in the preliminary event after another rival had technical issues.
Warriors beaten in Shaun Johnson's Mt Smart farewell
On an emotional night for the Warriors, it was the Bulldogs who got the job done.
'A little bit scary': Splashdown gifts Team NZ early regatta win
Team NZ got off to a winning start in Barcelona, though the race was short-lived.
Sir Ben Ainslie: The critical week ahead for AmCup challengers
Sir Ben Ainslie discusses this week's regatta and who he thinks the form teams are.
'Exactly what we need': What Black Ferns hope to gain from end-of-year tour
'It will be great to see where we stand against them.'
America's Cup challenger suffers second rig failure
The Swiss team are scheduled to compete in the first race of this week's regatta.
'It's in the past': RNZYS on Barcelona decision and taking AmCup on tour
The Auld Mug will be going on a 40-stop tour around New Zealand next month.
'Making noise now': Kara-France sets sights on UFC title shot
'I just tapped into the god of war tonight, Tūmatauenga.'
'I’m not f***ing leaving': What's next for Israel Adesanya?
Don’t think Israel Adesanya is going out anytime soon.
The key dates ahead of Team NZ America's Cup defence
After more than three years of planning, it all comes down to this.
'Still going to celebrate': Israel Adesanya puts loss into perspective
Adesanya lost but was quick to praise Dan Hooker and Kai Kara-France for their wins.
UFC 305: Adesanya submitted in UFC title fight
Israel Adesanya was unable to reclaim the UFC title, but says he'll be back.
'What do I want from life?': The questions that fuelled Adesanya's UFC return
Adesanya will have his first bout in 11 months when he meets Dricus du Plessis on Sunday
All Blacks v Argentina: ABs dominate to continue Eden Park run
All the action as the All Blacks beat the Pumas at Eden Park.
'Coming in fresh': Kara-France reflects on concussion ahead of UFC return
Kai Kara-France is looking to get back into UFC title contention this weekend.
'I just got good': Hooker reflects on 10 years in UFC
The Hangman will have a chance to break into the division's top five in Perth on Sunday.
Sea Eagles soar past Warriors
The Warriors were held scoreless in the second half of the 24-10 loss.
Stars return for Black Ferns' end-of-year tour
The Black Ferns will play four tests in the Northern Hemisphere on their end-of-year tour.
'Fight was atrocious': Adesanya's scathing assessment ahead of UFC title shot
The bout will be Adesanya’s 12th UFC title fight in a row, dating back to April 2019.
Robertson makes major changes to All Blacks squad for Argentina rematch
Robertson has made four changes to the starting XV for this week's test.
Webster stands firm on opportunities in Warriors NRL squad
'To play in the NRL is a big deal. I don’t think we should just be handing out jerseys'
Cruise, Billie Eilish feature in closing ceremony as Games end
All the action from day 16 of the Paris Olympics.
Warriors' top-eight hopes end in golden-point thriller
They forced golden point, but the Warriors couldn't keep their finals hopes alive.
Argentina beat All Blacks in Wellington
Argentina finished strong to beat the All Blacks in Wellington.