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Kayla Goodwin will compete in the triple jump.Photo / Getty Images

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Track and field hopefuls inspired by best

7 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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High hopes that recent success in NZ athletics will filter through to the Youth Olympics.

Victoria Grant says her side will be going for gold.

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Kiwis up against sevens minnows

7 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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New Zealand are one of just six teams participating in the women's competition.

The Breakers' moment in the spotlight plunged them back into the dark ages. Photo / Getty

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How the Breakers' biggest NBA stage turned sour

6 Oct, 2018 6:00pm
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Comment: The Breakers' moment in the spotlight plunged them back into the dark ages.

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Katrina Grant reveals how previous regime fell short

30 Sep, 2018 5:00am
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Katrina Grant is singing praises of the changes implemented by new coach Noeline Taurua.

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Waikato defend Shield, to nobody's surprise

29 Sep, 2018 6:00pm
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So much for the "Magic of the Ranfurly Shield".

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Bevin shines for top finish at world champs

27 Sep, 2018 3:00am
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Patrick Bevin has recorded the best ever finish by a New Zealand male in the time trial.

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Hawke's Bay win bizarre 14-try barnburner

26 Sep, 2018 9:38pm
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Finally, we have a legitimate contender for the strangest Mitre 10 Cup game of the season.

Thomas Waldrom on the burst for Wellington. Photo / Getty

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Clear contenders emerge in Mitre 10 Cup

23 Sep, 2018 6:33pm
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The race to make for the semifinals in the Mitre 10 Cup Premiership looks over.

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NZ's next top cyclist hits the World Tour

22 Sep, 2018 4:40pm
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At the start of last year, Dion Smith was out of a job. Now, he's reached cycling's elite.

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Tall Blacks shoot shockingly, still win

17 Sep, 2018 9:31pm
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The Tall Blacks shot 27%, yet still did enough to beat Lebanon in World Cup qualifying.

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Auckland reign supreme after swatting Canterbury

16 Sep, 2018 6:36pm
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For the first time in a decade, there's a new power at the top of the Mitre 10 Cup.

Future Irish test winger Sevu Reece was a star. Photo / Getty

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Waikato avoid eternal damnation, retain Ranfurly Shield

13 Sep, 2018 9:13pm
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Hawke's Bay had a chance to banish an unwanted record, forever, but Waikato were too good.

George Bennett had a bad day at the Vuelta. Photo / Getty

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Kiwi duo impress in Britain, but Bennett bombs in Vuelta

8 Sep, 2018 4:10am
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The race for the Vuelta has hit the mountains - and George Bennett has been left behind.

Patrick Bevin and his BMC Racing unit didn't meet expectations. Photo / Getty

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Bevin loses lead at Tour of Britain

7 Sep, 2018 1:55am
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A disappointing team time trial by Bevin's BMC Racing squad sees the Kiwi lose the lead.

Patrick Bevin (in green) finished third in the sprint. Photo / Getty

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Bevin extends lead, Bennett avoids scare

6 Sep, 2018 3:33am
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Kiwi cyclists again to the fore in Britain and Spain as Bevin and Bennett go for glory.

Shawn Long in action for the Philadelphia 76ers. Photo / Getty

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Breakers sign former NBA big man

5 Sep, 2018 3:00pm
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The New Zealand Breakers didn't need a long time to decide on their new import.

Patrick Bevin in the green leader's jersey at the Tour of Britain. Photo / Getty

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Patrick Bevin takes lead at Tour of Britain

5 Sep, 2018 2:22am
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A Kiwi cyclist has the lead in the Tour of Britain - and he's a good shout to keep it.

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Bennett into top 10 at Vuelta a Espana

3 Sep, 2018 4:16am
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Bennett has moved into the top 10, but remains just off the pace of the top contenders.

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Aussie coach's warning for Noeline Taurua

2 Sep, 2018 5:00am
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Diamonds coach Lisa Alexander has sounded a warning to Silver Ferns rival Noeline Taurua.

This photo makes it look like Tima Faingaanuku's right hand has been amputated. Rest assured, it has not been. Photo / Getty

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Terrific Tasman triumph; top the table

1 Sep, 2018 9:22pm
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Hyperbole alert: The Mitre 10 Cup title is Tasman's to lose.

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Why the Tall Blacks are training in Qatar

29 Aug, 2018 4:50pm
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No money? No problem. Tall Blacks' radical answer to beating the squeeze.

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Bennett moves up at Vuelta a Espana

29 Aug, 2018 4:30am
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Bennett moves up - but may have missed out on a promising opportunity.

George Bennett will lead New Zealand at the world championships. Photo / Getty

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Cycling: NZ name potent team for world road champs

27 Aug, 2018 11:53am
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NZ will have multiple chances for a top finish at the cycling world road championships.

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Bennett snares fifth as favourites falter

27 Aug, 2018 4:30am
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George Bennett has stamped his mark as one of the contenders at the Vuelta a Espana.

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Bennett underway in Vuelta quest

26 Aug, 2018 6:40am
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"It's not ideal" says Bennett, after losing 42 seconds in the opening time trial.

Lydia Ko isn't the only other New Zealander in with a chance of a top finish. Photo / Getty Images

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Golf: Ko cashing in at Canadian Open

25 Aug, 2018 5:00am
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Lydia Ko is back at one of her favourite tournaments and is in the mix for a top finish.

New Zealand cyclist George Bennett during the Giro d'Italia 2018. Photo / Getty Images

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Bennett a chance as Vuelta wait is over

25 Aug, 2018 5:00am
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Niall Anderson runs through all the important and unimportant questions for Vuelta.

Taranaki celebrate Daniel Waite's try against Manawatu. Photo / Getty

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Taranaki stomp Manawatu to retain Shield

24 Aug, 2018 9:23pm
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Manawatu's 40-year Ranfurly Shield drought continues after a loss to Taranaki.

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Sluggish Harbour edge Northland in opener

16 Aug, 2018 9:27pm
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If Harbour want to be crowned King in the North, they'll need to find a killer mentality.

Jerrelle Benimon, seen here playing for the mighty Idaho Stampede, is the Breakers' third and final import. Photo / Getty

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Breakers lock in final import

15 Aug, 2018 10:00am
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The Breakers have added their final piece for the upcoming ANBL season.

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Bragging by player alleged in NBL bets

12 Aug, 2018 5:00am
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Further allegations surrounding illegal betting have emerged from the NBL game.

George Bennett launched several attacks once again on the final stage of the Tour of Poland. Photo / Getty

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Bennett finishes fourth at Tour of Poland

11 Aug, 2018 5:30am
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George Bennett has finished just short of his second podium finish at World Tour level.

George Bennett on the attack in this morning's stage. Photo / Getty

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Bennett's attacks fall just short in Poland

10 Aug, 2018 5:35am
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George Bennett has shown his strength ahead of the Vuelta a Espana.

Tai Webster in action for the Fraport Skyliners. Photo / Getty

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Tai Webster signs with Galatasaray

8 Aug, 2018 3:26am
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Turkish delight for Tai Webster who signs with Galatasaray.

George Bennett (left) on the podium at the Tour of Poland with Michal Kwiatkowski and Dylan Teuns. Photo / Getty

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Strong ride puts Bennett on podium in Poland

8 Aug, 2018 3:23am
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George Bennett's quality finish has moved him into the top three at the Tour of Poland.

The police have been called to investigate

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'Suspicious betting activity': Police called in to investigate NZ basketball game

6 Aug, 2018 5:07pm
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Police have been called in to investigate allegations of illegal betting in the NBL.

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Sharks shine to claim stunning NBL title

5 Aug, 2018 7:30pm
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The Southland Sharks dethroned the Wellington Saints for their third NBL title.

George Bennett believes he can work together with his well-performed team-mates to make LottoNL-Jumbo more of a threat. Photo / Getty Images

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George Bennett staying leader of the pack

5 Aug, 2018 5:00am
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Kiwi rider George Bennett is determined to remain at the head of his team.

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Saints close in on NBL history

4 Aug, 2018 9:24pm
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The Sharks stand in the way of the Saints making more NBL history.

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NBL side's future in doubt following allegations of illegal betting

31 Jul, 2018 6:16pm
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The Rangers' tumultuous season culminated with allegations of illegal betting.

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Betting claims rock NZ basketball

29 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Recent Taranaki-Supercity game is the latest in the spotlight.

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Danny Lee boosts PGA Tour survival hopes

28 Jul, 2018 8:59pm
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Danny Lee's hopes of retaining his PGA Tour card have improved after a strong day.

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Playoffs confirmed in NZ NBL

26 Jul, 2018 8:43pm
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The Wellington Saints have clinched top spot for the National Basketball League playoffs.

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The day the Silver Ferns finally turned on coach

22 Jul, 2018 9:09am
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The moment the Silver Ferns squad turned against coach Janine Southby has been revealed.

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Caretaker coach may be option for Silver Ferns

22 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Netball New Zealand are in a race against time to hire the next Silver Ferns head coach.

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Highlanders stunned by Waratahs after meltdown

21 Jul, 2018 11:50pm
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A second half meltdown has ended the Highlanders' season in horrendous fashion.

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Danny Lee fighting for golfing future

21 Jul, 2018 6:14pm
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The Kiwi golfer could go a long way to securing his golfing future this weekend.

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Hurricanes blow past Chiefs to make semis

20 Jul, 2018 9:25pm
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Make it four semifinals in four years for the Hurricanes after a victory over the Chiefs.

Former Silver Ferns coach Janine Southby. Photo / Getty

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Silver Ferns coach Janine Southby resigns

20 Jul, 2018 6:15pm
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Netball New Zealand's review into the Comm Games debacle revealed a raft of issues.

George Bennett is sticking with LottoNL-Jumbo. Photo / Getty

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George Bennett signs three-year deal

17 Jul, 2018 10:26pm
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Kiwi cyclist George Bennett has locked in a long-term deal.

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Manson too good for Drysdale, everyone else

16 Jul, 2018 12:55am
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Robbie Manson is set to scull for NZ at world champs after winning gold in Lucerne.

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Knight rises as Jets stun Sharks

15 Jul, 2018 5:00pm
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The Southland Sharks' hopes of claiming top spot in the NBL have taken a major hit.

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Ryan Sissons at war with Triathlon NZ

15 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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TNZ controversially excluded him from competing at mixed team relay world championships.

Danny Lee was disqualified from the John Deere Classic. Photo / Getty

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Puzzling trend continues for Danny Lee

14 Jul, 2018 10:09pm
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Danny Lee has withdrawn or been disqualified in 14 events in his professional career.

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Clinical Crusaders thrash bumbling Blues

14 Jul, 2018 9:25pm
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What happens when an unstoppable force meets an extremely movable object?

Dion Smith (far right) was part of the breakaway this morning. Photo / AP

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Smith falls just short of regaining polka dot jersey

13 Jul, 2018 4:23pm
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Kiwi cyclist Dion Smith was a kilometre away from being back in the polka dots.

Ryan Fox of New Zealand reacts to missing the putt which would have won him the Irish Open. Photo / Getty

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Fox falls agonisingly short at Irish Open

9 Jul, 2018 4:50am
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Ryan Fox stunned by two massive putts to lose the Irish Open in a playoff.

New Zealand's Dion Smith, wearing the best climber's polka dot jersey. Photo / AP

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Kiwi takes famous jersey at Tour de France

9 Jul, 2018 3:55am
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Dion Smith has recorded a slice of New Zealand cycling history at the Tour de France.

Ryan Fox is in the lead at the Irish Open. Photo / Getty

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Fox remains on track for maiden title

7 Jul, 2018 4:43pm
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Ryan Fox is on the hunt for his first European Tour title.

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Why Kiwi star turned down NBA opportunity

1 Jul, 2018 6:32pm
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Isaac Fotu had an invite to join the Boston Celtics for Summer League - and said no.

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Tall Blacks conquer China

1 Jul, 2018 5:08pm
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It was scrappy, it was tense, but in the end, it was a fifth straight qualifying win.

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Yao Ming's warning to the Tall Blacks

30 Jun, 2018 4:04pm
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Chinese basketball legend Yao Ming is warning the Tall Blacks to be wary of China.