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Black Ferns co-captain Kennedy Simon sets sights higher with record-breaking contract
The 27-year-old has signed the longest professional deal in NZ women's rugby history.
![More than a token female: Inside the mind of Black Foils strategist Liv Mackay](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
More than a token female: Inside the mind of Black Foils strategist Liv Mackay
From growing up on a farm in Tūtira, Mackay helped the Black Foils to five event titles.
![Alice Soper: Money for medals approach to Olympic selection must change](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Alice Soper: Money for medals approach to Olympic selection must change
OPINION: The outcome we have seen is that what you water, grows.
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![Injury sidelines Scott Barrett ahead of Rugby Championship](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Injury sidelines Scott Barrett ahead of Rugby Championship
Ardie Savea is the likely frontrunner for the All Blacks captaincy if Barrett misses games
![The family connection that makes Darry's All Blacks debut even more special](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The family connection that makes Darry's All Blacks debut even more special
The 24-year-old lock is the second member of his family in the All Blacks' camp.
![Floods to finals: Ponsonby Rugby Club's remarkable comeback](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Floods to finals: Ponsonby Rugby Club's remarkable comeback
Club overcomes adversity as it celebrates its 150th anniversary this year.
NRL
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![Up to $400 for a round: A tiki tour of NZ’s most exclusive golf courses](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Up to $400 for a round: A tiki tour of NZ’s most exclusive golf courses
An average golfer's guide to New Zealand's best courses.
![NZ's highest-earning athletes ranked - who makes $30m a year?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
NZ's highest-earning athletes ranked - who makes $30m a year?
The Herald reveals who we believe are the highest-paid Kiwi sports people in the world.
![Big read: Inside the mind - and office - of Warriors coach Andrew Webster](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Big read: Inside the mind - and office - of Warriors coach Andrew Webster
Webster was a virtual unknown when he was appointed Warriors coach in July 2022.
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![Schauffele wins the Open with stunning final round](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Schauffele wins the Open with stunning final round
The Olympic champion is now the Open champion.
![Kiwi Hillier surges up leaderboard at The Open](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Kiwi Hillier surges up leaderboard at The Open
'It's a lot nicer when it's not blowing 40[km/h] out there.'
![The Open: Kiwis struggle on day two as Lowry surges into lead](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The Open: Kiwis struggle on day two as Lowry surges into lead
Two New Zealanders remain in contention after a challenging day at Royal Troon.
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![‘I’m fully committed’: Ravindra puts Black Caps over T20 mercenary career](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
‘I’m fully committed’: Ravindra puts Black Caps over T20 mercenary career
The 24-year-old won’t look to ply his trade as a freelancer - for now.
![Stead makes peace with Black Caps’ lack of home tests](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Stead makes peace with Black Caps’ lack of home tests
New Zealand play just one series over the upcoming summer.
![White Ferns suffer 8-0 sweep to England](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
White Ferns suffer 8-0 sweep to England
The New Zealand women leave England without a single win.
Tennis
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![Michael Burgess: Why Kiwis need to temper their expectations for Paris](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Michael Burgess: Why Kiwis need to temper their expectations for Paris
OPINION: As much as we are striving to achieve, there is a limit for such a small nation.
!['I can race fast again': Lewis Clareburt chasing the clock after tough times](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'I can race fast again': Lewis Clareburt chasing the clock after tough times
The Kiwi swimmer is ready to end this country's 28-year medal drought in the Olympic pool.
![The miracle of 1984: How Los Angeles saved the dying Olympics](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The miracle of 1984: How Los Angeles saved the dying Olympics
How one man transformed the Games from an unwanted burden to a coveted behemoth.
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![Bienvenue à Paris: The Olympic Games begin in soggy but spectacular style](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Bienvenue à Paris: The Olympic Games begin in soggy but spectacular style
After an aggressively French celebration, the 33rd Olympiad is officially under way.
![The miracle of 1984: How Los Angeles saved the dying Olympics](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The miracle of 1984: How Los Angeles saved the dying Olympics
How one man transformed the Games from an unwanted burden to a coveted behemoth.
![Can a Kiwi make a splash in swimming’s race of the century?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Can a Kiwi make a splash in swimming’s race of the century?
Erika Fairweather is a medal chance in one of the most highly anticipated Olympic events.
![ABs’ early exit from Olympics Sevens highlights absurdity of games schedule](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
ABs’ early exit from Olympics Sevens highlights absurdity of games schedule
Throwing a few sports out would allow the most worthy to be run within the 16-day window.
![Another Olympic equestrian accused of horse abuse on eve of opening ceremony](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Another Olympic equestrian accused of horse abuse on eve of opening ceremony
Austrian medal contender Max Kuehner is at the centre of fresh allegations.