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Silver Ferns hopefuls shine in ANZ Premiership's pivotal season

Filda Vui leads with 28 two-point shots, showing her proficiency in attack.

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.

Paul Lewis: French did the All Blacks a real favour but still questions remain

OPINION: Scott Robertson utilised all his whole squad, except for two injured players.

Q&A: Our rugby expert answers readers' questions on All Blacks

OPINION: Scott Robertson considers his squad options after the All Blacks' 3-0 series win.

Rugby Q&A: Liam Napier answers your questions following the All Blacks 3-0 series win

Herald rugby writer Liam Napier answers your questions.

Blues chief executive stepping down

Andrew Hore helped oversee the Blues' winning the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific title.

Nicoll-Klokstad returns for Warriors' NRL clash against Titans

The Warriors have made one change to their side for Saturday's crucial match.

Who is Warriors rookie sensation Leka Halasima?

The 19-year-old is on track to becoming the Warriors' latest cult hero.

Seven seconds of magic: How Warriors star Halasima conjured his miracle try

Leka Halasima's try was instantly iconic, a sequence so unlikely it was almost impossible.

'Freakish play': Webster hails Halasima's heroics in Warriors win

Leka Halasima's try after the fulltime siren helped the Warriors claim another NRL win.

Cocaine disqualification prompts top jockey to make lifestyle changes

A star jockey realised he needed to make huge changes if he wanted to make a comeback.

Mick On Monday: Aussies after Canterbury’s biggest races

A special New Zealand horse may need a bit of help from Australia as history awaits.

'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.

'I need this break': Silver Ferns captain steps back from netball

Ekenasio cited personal reasons for stepping back in 2025.

Netball NZ update eligibility laws, opens door for overseas Silver Ferns

A formal process will now be in place for players to gain exemptions.

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.

'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.

Former Zimbabwe skipper to face NZ days after long ban lifted

Brendan Taylor's cricket ban ends Saturday; he's set to face the Black Caps.

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.

Why Venus Williams is making a surprise comeback to tennis

Venus Williams returns after a 16-month layoff at the DC Open this week.

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.

Paul Lewis: French did the All Blacks a real favour but still questions remain

OPINION: Scott Robertson utilised all his whole squad, except for two injured players.

Rugby Q&A: Liam Napier answers your questions following the All Blacks 3-0 series win

Herald rugby writer Liam Napier answers your questions.

How a legend of All Blacks coaching is helping the England cricket team

Brendon McCullum hired Gilbert Enoka to toughen England's cricket team.

King's topple champions in Auckland First XV rugby shake-up

King's College defeated Kelston Boys' High 28-5, securing a bonus point.

Why Venus Williams is making a surprise comeback to tennis

Venus Williams returns after a 16-month layoff at the DC Open this week.

King's topple champions in Auckland First XV rugby shake-up

King's College defeated Kelston Boys' High 28-5, securing a bonus point.

How NZ club shaped Scotsman into arguably world's best No 10

Finn Russell honed his skills during a 15-week stint in Christchurch in 2013.

Former All Black Don McIntosh dies, aged 94

Don McIntosh played four tests for the All Blacks and 120 times for Wellington.

England great Paul Gascoigne rushed to hospital, found collapsed at home

The 58-year-old was rushed to Poole Hospital after collapsing at home.

'Joe deserves it': Promoter backs Parker as next to challenge Usyk

Parker is currently the interim champion and mandatory challenger with the WBO.

'Dangerous' run it straight concerns ignored by Govt officials before teen's death

Papers show it was treated as a private issue but is now the subject of top-level talks.

Chiefs confirm successor to Clayton McMillan as coach

It leaves the Crusaders as the only franchise yet to decide the future of their coach.