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Runner Maia Ramsden pushes through 'growing pains' and onto the world champs
The transition from collegiate to professional runner has had it's challenges, but Maia Ramsden is now reaping the rewards.
Scott Dixon: 'It sucks to get beat and I hate it'
Two New Zealand drivers at opposite ends of the motor racing spectrum will meet up this weekend as the new IndyCars Series gets underway.
Olympic triathlete says "downtime allowed me to think about what I really wanted"
Olympian Nicole van der Kaay is bringing back the fun in 2025. Audio
Halberg Sports Awards: Who's in line for the Supreme Award?
A highly-contested Sportswoman of the Year category should produce the supreme winner, writes Barry Guy. Audio
'A lot has changed': Tom Walsh reflects and looks ahead to return
The shot put star admits 2025 is going to be different for him but nothing has changed as far as his ambitions are concerned.
Skier Alice Robinson on being brave at world champs
Queenstown skier Alice Robinson admits she's probably been a bit braver this season, hoping that will help her at the World Championships in Austria.
Zach Gallagher gets "a bit of stick" for move from Crusaders to Hurricanes
New Hurricanes lock Zach Gallagher thought long and hard about leaving the Crusaders and moving north.
Runner Sam Tanner 'feeling good' for first time in over a year
An achilles injury wrecked his build-up to the Paris Olympics but it's been smooth sailing this summer for the middle distance runner.
'I love the battle': Kosta Barbarouses on goal scoring
Wellington Phoenix striker Kosta Barbarouses is a goal scorer and he has the swagger to go with it.
Olympic champion shelves his gold medal
Olympic high jump champion Hamish Kerr admits it's time to move on from his Paris success.
White Ferns star on the road to recovery
Opening batter Georgia Plimmer has been sidelined for the last six weeks with a stress fracture in her hip.
Kiwi David Nyika promises fireworks in titles fight against Aussie rival
The former sparring partners will square off for the IBF and The Ring cruiserweight belts on the Gold Coast on Wednesday.
Liam Lawson's 'very emotional' first call to dad
The New Zealand driver admits the last few days have been surreal since finding out that he'll be driving alongside world champion Max Verstappen next year. Audio
Southland teen hyped to take on best motorcylists in world
Teenage Southland motorcyclist Cormac Buchanan has had to grow up quickly over the last couple of years and even more responsibility will fall on his young shoulders in 2025.
Sergio Perez leaves Red Bull, makes way for Liam Lawson
The Kiwi is considered the leading contender to replace him in 2025.
Williamson sets up Black Caps' push for victory
Another century on his most successful ground has propelled New Zealand into a dominant position heading into the fourth day of the final test against England.
Hayden Wilde to take two-year break
The triathlete is to step back from the Olympic distance to refresh himself for another tilt at a gold.
Taupō finally gets to host Ironman 70.3 World Champs
For one athlete a lot has changed since she was meant to compete in the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Taupō.
Liam Lawson logs most laps at F1 testing
New Zealand driver Liam Lawson had a busy day at the Formula 1 post season test in Abu Dhabi.
'I've given it everything': Liam Lawson on his F1 future
The New Zealander believes he's done all he can and now it is up to others to decide his fate.
Liam Lawson hopes to know next week about his future in F1
New Zealand driver Liam Lawson hopes to know something about his Formula 1 future by next week.
Black Caps stick with same eleven for second Test
There is still no place for opening batter Will Young, who was the player of the series on the recent tour of India.
Black Caps on slow over rates: 'We need to find a balance'
Black Caps assistant coach Jacob Oram believes a balance needs to be found over slow over rates in test cricket.
Black Caps: Mitchell Santner set for Basin Reserve Test
The last Test at the Basin Reserve shocked many and if the wicket looks similar for this week's Test against England, Black Caps bowler Mitchell Santner is ready to be a part of it.
Liam Lawson's F1 future about to be decided
Liam Lawson's future in Formula 1 could become a little clearer this week with the possibility of an announcement about Red Bull driver Sergio Perez's plans.