OlympicsLife after being an Olympic 'loser'Gymnast McKayla Maroney became an instant internet hit during the 2012 Olympics after being less than impressed during the medal presentation ceremony.19 Jul 12:52 AM
OlympicsThe Kiwi athletes who could benefit from Russia's exclusionRussia's potential exclusion from the Rio Olympics should only have a minor impact on New Zealand medal hopes, but could ease the 18 Jul 10:43 PM
OlympicsWas Kiwi cyclist robbed of a medal by Russian?Was New Zealand's world champion cyclist Linda Villumsen cheated out of an Olympic Games medal in London four years ago? The question 18 Jul 09:31 PM
OlympicsThe Olympics' most infamous controversiesThe Olympic motto urges athletes to aim faster, higher and stronger but over the years, some have taken that to extreme lengths. The 18 Jul 08:36 PM
OlympicsFormer Wada boss: IOC have to ban RussiaNew Zealand's former World Anti Doping Association boss David Howman believes the International Olympic Committee will now throw Russia out of the Rio Olympics.18 Jul 07:36 PM
OlympicsAdams beats Olympic rivals ahead of RioValerie Adams has laid down a major marker in her final meet before the Rio Olympics. The double Olympic shot put champion has thrown 18 Jul 05:24 PM
OlympicsKo masters 18th hole marathonJust a hunch, but you suspect Lydia Ko won't be in a hurry to get back to the 18th hole at the Highland Meadows course in Ohio.18 Jul 05:00 PM
OlympicsNZ's Greatest Olympians: Bruce KendallWe're counting down New Zealand's 25 greatest Olympians. Today, boardsailor Bruce Kendall.18 Jul 05:00 PM
OlympicsBookies favour Kiwis with gold medal oddsThe bookies have found favour with several New Zealand athletes heading to Rio, with odds firmly on some of our Olympic favourites. Hamish 18 Jul 04:24 AM
OlympicsWill Russia be banned from Olympics?A key report into allegations of Russian doping at the 2014 Sochi Winter Games may have been undermined by a leaked letter to the International Olympic Committee.17 Jul 11:48 PM
OlympicsThree named in golf team for RioNew Zealand will send a three strong golf team to the Olympics.17 Jul 09:05 PM
OlympicsDJ Forbes and Niall Williams getting ready for RioAll Blacks Sevens stars DJ Forbes and Niall Williams are getting ready for their last few weeks of preperation before the biggest 17 Jul 08:25 PM
OlympicsGold medal-winning Olympic cyclist Chris Boardman's mother is killed in bike accidentThe mother of Olympic cyclist Chris Boardman has died after being knocked off her bike in North Wales. Carol Boardman, in her seventies17 Jul 08:09 PM
OlympicsNZ's Greatest Olympians: Rob WaddellThe Herald is counting down New Zealand's 25 greatest Olympians. Today, Michael Burgess profiles No 19, rower Rob Waddell.17 Jul 05:00 PM
OlympicsTennis: Raonic, Halep withdraw from Olympics over Zika virus concernsTwo more top athletes have withdrawn themselves from Olympic contention next month due to concerns regarding their health and the 15 Jul 08:08 PM
OlympicsThe man with the wind as his friendAs part of our comprehensive build-up to Rio 2016, the Herald is counting down New Zealand's top Olympic towns, today is number 6.15 Jul 05:00 PM
OlympicsMaking of an Olympian: Dylan SchmidtDylan Schmidt is among the teenagers in the New Zealand Olympic team for Rio, but he has the mind and spine of a much more mature athlete.15 Jul 05:00 PM
OlympicsBooze ban for Kiwis in Olympic villageKiwi athletes risk being sent home from Rio if caught with booze inside the Olympic village.15 Jul 05:00 PM
OlympicsAthletics: Matthews, Carson selected for RioJulian Matthews and Hamish Carson have upheld New Zealand's 1500m tradition. The pair joined Nick Willis in the Olympic team for 15 Jul 04:08 AM
OlympicsMaking of an Olympian: Dylan SchmidtIn a five-part series, the Herald is profiling NZ Olympians going for gold at Rio 2016. Today - trampolinist Dylan Schmidt.15 Jul 12:20 AM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Olympics no place for golfCOMMENT: Adam Scott claimed my first Olympic gold and Rory McIlroy has followed him on to the dais.14 Jul 05:00 PM
OlympicsProfessor Steve Stannard: We need to talk about sports fundingRunning sports to produce medalists requires considerable resources and they don't come cheap, writes Massey University Professor 14 Jul 12:36 AM
OlympicsLydia Ko on Zika - Not worried about itUnlike her male counterparts, golfer Lydia Ko has expressed little concern about the Zika virus ahead of the Rio Olympics. Ahead 13 Jul 10:26 PM
OlympicsNZ's 'too white' Olympics - the debateShould sports funding be about increasing the participation rate or winning medals, asks Rachel Smalley.13 Jul 08:35 PM
OlympicsLack of diversity in Kiwi Olympic team? NZOC respondWe quizzed relevant sporting figures about Dylan Cleaver's column questioning the diversity of the Kiwi Olympic team.13 Jul 07:10 AM
TravelFrom safety to Samba: A guide to RioFor those brave enough to make the trip, Rio de Janeiro is a city rich with potential rewards.13 Jul 02:06 AM
OlympicsToo white? NZ Olympic team race debateCOMMENT: Polynesian communities will be hopelessly under-represented in the New Zealand Olympic team in Brazil. Dylan Cleaver explains why.12 Jul 10:30 PM
OlympicsNZ's Greatest Olympians: Norman ReadNorman Read ranks as one of our most surprising - and underrated - sporting success stories.12 Jul 05:00 PM
OlympicsTransgender athletes set to make historyTwo British athletes born male are on the verge of making history by competing in women's events at next month's Olympic Games.12 Jul 02:35 AM
OlympicsFox to appeal if unsuccessful in Olympic bidNew Zealand men's golf number two Ryan Fox has indicated he will take his case to the Sports Tribunal if his Olympic nomination is 12 Jul 12:00 AM
OlympicsWatch: Here's how not to throw a javelinAlthough this could be one of the worst attempts at a javelin throw, it was still legal.11 Jul 08:56 PM
OlympicsGolf has new favourite as 'Rexit' continuesJordan Speith, Jason Day, Dustin Johnson and Rory McIlroy have all opted out of the Rio Olympics, opening up the field for another favourite.11 Jul 07:06 PM
OlympicsReal Rio: What they don't want you to seeRio is experiencing "the greatest transformation" of any Olympic city, according to Brazilian officials.11 Jul 06:31 PM
OlympicsTake a look inside the Olympic venuesNew Zealand fans will have the opportunity to take a close-up look of where our top athletes will be competing at next month's Olympic Games.11 Jul 01:00 AM
