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Teenage sensation Sam Ruthe slashes 1500m age record
The performance at Douglas International was the latest in a string of sensational performances from the 15-year-old.
'I still love it': Shot put star Gill suffers consequences of training highlight reels
The former teenage prodigy is now limping from one competition to another on a limited throwing regime. Video
'I still love it': Shot put star Gill suffers consequences of training highlight reels
The former teenage prodigy is now limping from one competition to another on a limited throwing regime. Video
Teenage running prodigy sets course for athletics stardom
The 15-year-old has become New Zealand's youngest-ever senior men's athletics champion.
Speedy Veitch aims for elusive long jump record
He hopes an impressive personal best over 100m can also see him break New Zealand's oldest national athletics record.
Five takeaways from Warriors' scratchy pre-season draw
The Auckland club let victory slip through their fingers in the dying moments, as both coaches emptied their benches.
Warriors v Sharks pre-season: Everything you need to know
Can the Auckland club get its 2025 NRL campaign off to a winning start in their first hitout of the year?
Lone 'Bald Brother' Walker turns new page in Warriors tenure
The departure of club stalwart Jazz Tevaga - and others - has left a void that those remaining must fill.
'Only time will tell': Warriors gamble on another departing junior star
The Auckland club has a habit of letting young Kiwi talent slip through its fingers, but has also reaped rewards.
Metcalf, Martin given first chance in Warriors halves for pre-season clash against Sharks
The departure of club stalwart Shaun Johnson has opened up opportunities for others in the squad.
Tuivasa-Sheck's Warriors position becomes clearer in pre-season - or does it?
Winger Dallin Watene-Zelezniak has hinted at where the crosscode star may line up for the upcoming NRL campaign.
Sprinter finishes 0.02 seconds off 400m record
The Auckland sprinter finished two-hundredths of a second outside the national mark set in 1998.
High-flying sprint rivals eye overdue national 400m record at Capital Classic
Lex Revell-Lewis and Tommy Te Puni go head to head for the first time this summer, with a piece of history on the line.
NFL playoffs: Everything you need to know about conference championships
Will America get the Super Bowl it wants, or will the Chiefs continue their march to a third straight crown?
NFL playoffs: Everything you need to know about conference championships
Will America get the Super Bowl it wants, or will the Chiefs continue their march to a third straight crown?
Who will be the next Warriors captain?
The front-row powerhouse seems a natural choice, but there's just one problem.
Warriors face acid test of team culture as Vegas lights beckon
The Auckland NRL team will head to 'Sin City' for their season-opening fixture against Canberra Raiders on 2 March.
Breakers cling to proverbial 'mathematical chance' in ANBL playoff race
Basically, they have to win every game and hope other results go their way, starting against Brisbane Bullets.
Aussies rule Waitematā Harbour with dominant SailGP Auckland victory
But the Black Foils have vowed to bounce back from their disappointment at Sydney next month.
'Snakes and ladders': Late victory saves Black Foils from SailGP disaster
A blustery day on the Waitematā had the Kiwis in deep water, but they pulled themselves back from the brink.
What you need to know about SailGP Auckland
The world's best sailors are gathered on the Waitematā Harbour in a high-speed pursuit of excellence. Here are all the details.
Women ready to take helm for SailGP's future
SailGP's first female driver may be just the foot in the door needed for other women to follow.
Boat setback forces France out of SailGP Auckland
The French will have to settle for watching from the shore, as the fleet tries to break their official speed record on the Waitematā Harbour. Audio
Boat setback forces France out of SailGP Auckland
The French likely watch from the shore, as the fleet tries to break their official speed record on the Waitematā Harbour.
'Reality check': Aussie Langford slips to back of SailGP fleet with newbies Italy
The former world and America's Cup champion is starting from scratch with the pro sailing rookies.