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Iranian judoka defies orders to quit, then defects

Iran judoka defects after he is ordered to quit rather than face Israeli.

Eric Murray: 'My sporting career played part in marriage break-up'

Olympic gold medallist Eric Murray has a new challenge - spending more time with his son.

Lisa's legacy: How Carrington can be our greatest Olympian

These are golden days for the sport, and it correlates with Carrington's remarkable feats.

Lisa Carrington on course for triple assault at world champs

The women's K4 crew spearheaded an impressive day for New Zealand.

Russian break dancer dreams of Olympic gold

New York Times: Unconventional Olympic sports creating new breed of aspiring medallists.

The real hurdle at Tokyo's Olympic test events: The heat

New York Times: Tokyo faces extreme temperatures during test events a year out from Games.

'My height wasn't an excuse': How Kiwi rowing world champ defied the odds

Getting silver last year was nowhere near good enough for the highly driven 27-year-old.

Tauranga Olympic silver medallist testing Olympic waters

49er FX sailors -Alex Maloney and Tauranga's Molly Meech to compete in Tokyo 2020 test

New Zealand sporting greats receive honours at investiture ceremonies

Four big names in NZ sport will be celebrated at investiture ceremonies today.

Rugby's gain? Kiwi sprint star may get too big for Olympics reveals manager

Grounded - fears Fast Eddie Osei-Nketia will be too big to fly.

Semenya says 'hell no' to taking testosterone medication

Semenya has pushed back: "That's an illegal method."

'This is out of line': IOC panned for Notre Dame donation

Athletes have been trumped on the International Olympic Committee's funding pecking order

Best since 1976! 15yo Kiwi sensation smashes incredible record

A star is rising - young swimmer smashes Rebecca Perrott's old record.

Alice Robinson tipped as Olympic contender

Her coach predicts she will be contending for at least two medals at 2022 Winter Olympics.

Pressure on for skaters at Bowlzilla

Skaters will be vying to be at the top, at the national competition in Wellington.

Girlboss: Chasing the Olympic dream

Kate Enoka is working closely with the Tauranga Water Polo club.