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From podium to pregnancy, cycling star has new purpose

Anna Taylor is 30 weeks pregnant and working on an ACC internship.

'We can go all day': Black Ferns lay down challenge with big World Cup win

'We’ve been working on playing our DNA, which is going through, going over, going around.'

Statement made: Black Ferns keep Ireland scoreless in World Cup rout

The win sees the Black Ferns top the group and book a quarter-final against South Africa.

Warriors' NRLW finals hopes over after heavy defeat to Broncos

The Broncos scored five tries to run away with the win in Hamilton.

All Blacks midfielder re-signs on two year deal

Quinn Tupaea made his All Blacks return earlier this year after a three-year absence.

Moana Pasifika granted year-long break on $3m public loan interest

Sport New Zealand has paused $183,000 in interest charges on the $3m loan.

'Embarrassing': Ex England cricket captain takes aim at All Blacks lock

Kevin Pietersen took exception to Tupou Vaa'i's celebrations during NZ's win at Eden Park.

All Blacks v South Africa: All you need to know

The All Blacks will look to retain top spot in the Rugby Championship.

Ben Francis: 5 questions as Warriors prepare for biggest match in 17 years

OPINION: The Warriors will need to make history if they're to beat the Panthers.

'Not ideal': Warriors focused on Panthers after scheduling clash with All Blacks

Part of the Warriors and All Blacks matches will be played at the same time.

Warriors' NRL home final to clash with All Blacks

It's understood the Warriors made a plea to the NRL to avoid a scheduling clash.

Warriors to avoid schedule clash with All Blacks for NRL home final

There’s an awareness that most of the nation will be interested in both big matches.

Star quartet going separate ways after luckless starts to season

Wexford Stable stars heading in different directions after Ellerslie season launch.

Kiwi sprinting hero bolts in as historic Everest bid looms

New Zealand-bred world champion jogs to comeback win in Hong Kong.

Mick On Monday: Too easy for Big EV at Horse of the Year awards

El Vencedor wins New Zealand racing's premier award as Coles, Laxon also honoured.

La Crique sets record with seventh runner-up finish in Group 1 race

She has earned $1.993 million from 27 starts, including nine wins.

Exclusive: Another blow to Pulse as Silver Fern joins Kiwi rivals

Amelia Walmsley is returning to her hometown of Auckland.

'We can't wait forever': Silver Fern warns of NZ netball player exodus

Whitney Souness is the latest test player heading to Australia.

Netball boss's warning for ANZ Premiership as more Silver Ferns depart

Ann Hay says the talent pool to replace departing Silver Ferns is sparse.

Exclusive: Netball NZ's plan to combat Silver Ferns' Australian exodus

Steps are being taken to keep the ANZ Premiership competitive.

87yo to row Tauranga Harbour in tribute to son’s Atlantic feat

The journey honours his late son Phil, a record-setting transatlantic rower.

'Integrity, fairness, consistency': School Sport NZ proposes Year 14 student ban

Debate comes to a head after recent issues in rowing, rugby, mountain-bike competitions.

'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.

Alex Powell: Are Racing Bulls playing favourites with Lawson's career?

OPINION: What we learned from the Italian Grand Prix.

Herald Now: Sports Panel: Black Ferns victory, Lawson struggles to impress

The experts discuss the latest in NZ sport. The Black Ferns have surged to a 40-0 win over Ireland whilst Liam Lawsonm struggles in F1. Video / Herald NOW

'We tried a gamble': Lawson’s strategy fails, settles for 14th in Italy

The Kiwi again had to watch his Racing Bulls teammate finish in the points.

Lawson has qualifying effort deleted, to start 19th at Italian Grand Prix

'It's a shame to get knocked out for something that silly.'

Black Caps great Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa

The 41-year-old will try to help Samoa qualify for next year’s T20 World Cup.

‘Didn’t take much arm twisting’: Aussie icon signs on for T20 Black Clash

Mike Hussey will bat for Team Rugby in 2026, as Tim Southee joins Team Cricket.

'Get the balance right': O'Rourke injury highlights cricket's biggest problem

The 24-year-old faces at least three months out with a back stress fracture.

Black Caps fast bowler suffers back fracture, to miss start of NZ summer

Elsewhere, white ball captain Mitchell Santner is in a fitness race to face Australia.

Alcaraz wins second US Open title, Trump booed

Carlos Alcaraz beat rival Jannik Sinner across four sets.

Sabalenka beats Anisimova to defend US Open title

Aryna Sabalenka defended her US Open title in straight sets.

Kiwi Routliffe wins US Open doubles title

Erin Routliffe is a US Open champion once again.

Venus out of US Open at semifinal stage

Michael Venus and Yuki Bhambri held the advantage in the second set.

Moana Pasifika granted year-long break on $3m public loan interest

Sport New Zealand has paused $183,000 in interest charges on the $3m loan.

From good to great: Why this week could define Razor's All Blacks

OPINION: Ardie Savea says the All Blacks must perform at every venue, not just Eden Park.

Ben Francis: 5 questions as Warriors prepare for biggest match in 17 years

OPINION: The Warriors will need to make history if they're to beat the Panthers.

Phil Gifford: How the Rugby Championship became the gift that keeps on giving

OPINION: The reality is there are no lame-duck teams this year.

Injured All Blacks halfback in contention for Springboks test in Wellington

Meanwhile, Caleb Clarke and Luke Jacobson are in also in the mix to face South Africa.

All Blacks Head Coach Scott Robinson speaks to the media

All Blacks Head Coach Scott Robinson speaks to the media. Video / Mark Mitchell

Alex Powell: Are Racing Bulls playing favourites with Lawson's career?

OPINION: What we learned from the Italian Grand Prix.

'I believe in myself': The long road back for All Whites star Sarpreet Singh

Singh has always been seen as a special talent, ever since his Wellington Phoenix days.

'We can go all day': Black Ferns lay down challenge with big World Cup win

'We’ve been working on playing our DNA, which is going through, going over, going around.'

Donald Trump attends the US Open championship final

Donald Trump attends the US Open championship final. Video / AFP

Alcaraz wins second US Open title, Trump booed

Carlos Alcaraz beat rival Jannik Sinner across four sets.

98-year-old All Blacks fan was at Eden Park on Saturday - and in 1937 too

The 98-year-old vividly recalls being on the sideline at the historic 1937 Springboks win.