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World Cup success for teenage mountainbiker
In her last race as a junior, Hutt Valley mountain biker Erice Van Leuven claimed the overall World Cup downhill title with victory in the final race in Canada.
Australia and England open World Cup with wins
Australia have started the defence of their women's T20 World Cup title with a strong performance against Sri Lanka.
Black Ferns make changes for England match after Ireland loss
Black Ferns Director of Rugby has opted to keep the team who lost to England at Twickenham in September unchanged for their next match against the world number one side.
Rising Chilean tennis star will be back to defend ASB Classic title
The 2024 ASB Men's Classic champion Alejandro Tabilo will return to defend his tennis title in Auckland, a title that sparked a remarkable 2024 season for the up-and-comer.
Team NZ to face Britannia in America's Cup
Britannia have defeated Luna Rossa 7-4 to win the Louis Vuitton Cup and secure their place in the 37th America's Cup Match, where they will face the defender Team New Zealand.
Dame Patsy follows through with threat to step down
Chair Dame Patsy Reddy will not to seek re-appointment to the New Zealand Rugby Board.
Black Fern abruptly retires, citing brain injury
Grace Steinmetz has been told it would be unsafe to continue playing rugby.
Former Wallabies star joins Crusaders for next Super Rugby season
Former Wallabies first-five James O'Connor has signed with the Crusaders for the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Three Kiwi Olympians take part in Women's America's Cup
The Women's America's Cup field will include 17 Olympic medallists, including three of the New Zealand crew.
Sophie Devine leads White Ferns into her ninth T20 World Cup
As she heads into her ninth T20 World Cup, the White Ferns captain has allowed herself a brief moment of reflection - and admits to a "little bit of emotion".
16 All Blacks return for final round of NPC
A large contingent of All Blacks are set to get some game time in NPC rugby this weekend
Lou Vincent to return to cricket in Black Clash
Former Black Cap Lou Vincent will play his first game of cricket since having his life ban lifted in next year's Black Clash.
Silver Ferns wilt against England Roses - again
England Roses claim Taini Jamison Trophy with back-to-back wins over the Silver Ferns.
Tim Southee to stand down as Black Caps test captain
Tim Southee has stepped down as Black Caps test captain, with Tom Latham taking up the role full-time.
Silver Ferns seek redemption against Roses in must-win second test
New Zealand dropped the opening game of the Taini Jamison Trophy to the England Roses 59-58, and need victory in Porirua to keep the three test series alive.
Steven Adams is ready to rocket into another NBA season
Steven Adams is back in the NBA with a new team following a lengthy stint on the sidelines.
Chris Wood and Liberato Cacace among All Whites named for October internationals
Premier League striker Chris Wood headlines the All Whites squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifier while Storm Roux is back in the mix.
League: Storm lose Kiwi prop to suspension ahead of grand final
The Melbourne Storm have been dealt a blow ahead of the NRL grand final with their Kiwi prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona ruled out through suspension.
Black Ferns suffer shock loss to Ireland
The Black Ferns led with just a minute to go when Ireland scored to level it, before slotting the conversion to seal the win.
Blues to host Chiefs in repeat of final for opening round of Super Rugby
The competition will kick off in Christchurch on 14 February.
Attack on rugby referee caught on camera
Auckland Rugby Union has referred an alleged incident of referee abuse to the police.
Breakers set 2-from-2 record early in Australian NBL season
The Breakers have had an impressive start, coming from behind to beat the South East Melbourne Phoenix 81-79 at Spark Arena.
England edge out Silver Ferns in 59-58 nailbiter
The England Roses have taken the first match in the Taini Jamison Trophy netball series with a 59-58 win in Auckland.
Watch: Pakuranga win thrilling U85kg National Club Cup
A dramatic sideline conversion crowned the Black Panthers as the top weight grade side in New Zealand.
All Blacks banish Wellington hoodoo with win over Wallabies
The All Blacks have beaten the Wallabies 33-13 to end their six-year winless run in Wellington.