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Alice Soper: What Black Ferns XV tour reveals about World Cup selections

The Black Ferns XV will play two matches in South Africa before the World Cup.

'The new baseline': Coverage of women's sport continues to grow

Coverage of women’s sport in NZ is on the rise, but fewer female voices are being heard.

Locker Room: Grace Brooker's journey to AFLW with Essendon

Grace Brooker returned from a 2021 patella tendon rupture to join Essendon.

'Move it or lose it': Adine Wilson and Irene van Dyk on their TV return to the court

'It was a shock to the system, but that's part of why I said I wanted to do it.'

Phil Gifford: The promising signs in All Blacks' series win

OPINION: Jordie Barrett's defence and attack were crucial in the second half.

'Four weeks to get them right': All Blacks on track for Rugby Championship returns

The All Blacks captain is nearing a return but other injury news is not so positive.

Gregor Paul: Why Razor's selection gamble was necessary for developing depth

OPINION: The All Blacks secured a series sweep, but the performance lacked polish.

Junior All Blacks fall to South Africa in U20 World Champs final

Prop Sika Pole was red-carded in the first half of the match in Italy.

Halasima scores stunning solo match-winning try to beat Knights

The Warriors pulled a rabbit out of the hat to secure victory over the Knights.

'My dream': Warriors boss deflects talk of NZ Rugby role

In terms of franchise sport, the Warriors have become the hottest ticket in town.

'Keeping my future open': Warriors star confirms Saudi interest

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck says staying at Mt Smart beyond 2026 is an option too.

Tuivasa-Sheck in talks to join rebel rugby league R360

Backers of the rebel rugby union league have the Warriors star in their sights.

'Perfect ride': Lawson-Carroll hits victory milestone with Rotorua win

The apprentice secured his 50th win with Diomedes in a $40,000 open handicap.

Rookie Joshua Brown claims Ōpunake Cup in New Plymouth

The Dalghar gelding won the $120,000 race on his 13th career start.

Purdon faces a big task in Brisbane Interdom

Tonight's Inter Dominion final may be too much to ask even for Miracle Mark.

Horse racing: Patterson party looms at Robbie’s home-track season finale

Robbie Patterson is hoping to end his best-ever season on a high.

Tactix book ANZ final spot with comeback win over Pulse

The Tactix won 57-52 against the Central Pulse to reach the final.

'Girls are freaking out': Netball stars in panic over ANZ Premiership future

Maddy Gordon's revealed players are panicking over the ANZ Premiership's uncertain future.

New home for Tauranga netball: $14m Baypark plan progresses

The new facility will include a new building plus 14 asphalt and nine cushioned courts.

'Move it or lose it': Adine Wilson and Irene van Dyk on their TV return to the court

'It was a shock to the system, but that's part of why I said I wanted to do it.'

'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.

Rich-lister helps fund $2m+ Akl school pool upgrade

The deepened pool will support water polo and year-round community use.

Top rower arrested in the US following post-regatta incident

Rowing NZ is investigating after a team member's arrest in the US.

Saints dedicate 13th NBL title to former coach Braswell

The Saints produced a second-half comeback to beat the Sharks in the grand final.

'Frustrating': Junior Tall Blacks' $5000 barrier to compete at World Cup

Each player had to pay $5000 to feature at the U19 World Cup in Switzerland.

Junior Tall Blacks fall to US at U19 World Cup

New Zealand will now face Slovenia in Monday's bronze-medal match.

Junior Tall Blacks reach U19 World Cup semifinals

New Zealand will now face the US for a spot in the final in Switzerland.

'It's been a lot': Lawson still processing Red Bull demotion in dramatic F1 season

Liam Lawson was axed by Red Bull after just two races of the Formula One season.

'Way better than us': Nascar drivers react to Kiwi sensation

Van Gisbergen leads the Rookie of the Year standings with 367 points.

Alex Powell: Why Lawson's F1 future is about more than just results

OPINION: The Kiwi is likely to be retained by Red Bull for 2026.

Exclusive: Liam Lawson likely to keep Racing Bulls seat for 2026

The Kiwi's future has been subject to speculation after his two-race demotion.

Conway, Henry lead Black Caps rout of Zimbabwe, remain perfect in Tri-series

New Zealand cruised to victory with 37 balls up their sleeve.

Black Caps give Walter coaching debut victory, topple Proteas in Tri-series

NZ's new coach has ticked off a first victory since succeeding Gary Stead.

Ranked: The 30 greatest fast bowlers in test history

OPINION: After over 500 tests, a Telegraph sage runs the rule on the best of the quicks.

West Indies bowled out for 27 - just beat NZ's record low

New Zealand’s test low of 26 was under threat.

Sinner wins first Wimbledon title in another Alcaraz classic

The 23-year-old is the first Italian to win at the All England Club.

'Super surreal': Most one-sided Wimbledon final ever as Swiatek triumphs

She won in just 57 minutes in the most one-sided final in 114 years.

'Very tough': Sinner braces for Alcaraz challenge in Wimbledon final

Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the Wimbledon final.

'Never even dreamed': Swiatek surprised by Wimbledon success

The Polish player, more known for clay, has only dropped one set at Wimbledon this year.

Phil Gifford: The promising signs in All Blacks' series win

OPINION: Jordie Barrett's defence and attack were crucial in the second half.

Gregor Paul: Why Razor's selection gamble was necessary for developing depth

OPINION: The All Blacks secured a series sweep, but the performance lacked polish.

France player ratings: The loose forward who was best on show

A handful of tourists stood out in the final test of the series.

All Blacks player ratings: Young star who is 'find of the series for Razor'

OPINION: Scott Robertson's men found their form later in the match to close out France.

British and Irish Lions top Wallabies in first test

Both sides scored three tries, but the visitors were too good in Brisbane.

All Blacks player ratings: Young star who is 'find of the series for Razor'

OPINION: Scott Robertson's men found their form later in the match to close out France.

All Blacks unconvincing, but sweep French series with Hamilton win

Scott Robertson's side's drop-off was notable after last week's Wellington win.

All Blacks sweep France with second-half fightback in Hamilton

Even a rotated side still proved too much for a weakened Les Bleus.

'That's mana': Club spirit drives historic rugby win

Whakarewarewa clinched the Baywide Premier men's rugby title by beating Tauranga Sports.

Phoenix claim famous win over Wrexham

Luke Flowerdew's goal secured a 1-0 win for the hosts over the touring Welsh club.

'Perfect ride': Lawson-Carroll hits victory milestone with Rotorua win

The apprentice secured his 50th win with Diomedes in a $40,000 open handicap.

Rookie Joshua Brown claims Ōpunake Cup in New Plymouth

The Dalghar gelding won the $120,000 race on his 13th career start.