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NZ boxers to attend World Champs, despite national body's stance
New Zealand boxers will attend next month's Women's World Championships in India, despite Boxing New Zealand's preference they don't.
Sadowski-Synnott: 'this is just wow'
New Zealand's first gold medal at a Winter Olympics, Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's win in Beijing last year is one of many she's had in the last 18 months.
Running down a dream - Tannner chases running royalty
A meeting with New Zealand running royalty has Sam Tanner primed to break one of the country's most prestigious athletics records.
Inside knowledge could help White Ferns in T20 World Cup opener
Inside knowledge could help the White Ferns make a winning start when the T20 World Cup swings into action in South Africa this weekend.
Rising NZ running star Sam Tanner blitzes mile in Boston
Sam Tanner has done it again, smashing his personal best to become the third-fastest miler in New Zealand history.
Returning Black Caps seamer focussed on now, not England
Black Caps seamer Kyle Jamieson insists he's not yet thinking about the looming test series against England as he makes his return to domestic cricket from a seven-month injury layoff.
Sail GP female athletes taking 'big step forward' on F50 cats
Sail GP's push and progress towards gender equity is ramping up as the role of female athletes on the high-speed foiling catamarans continues to expand.
The highlights, lowlights and oddities of the Sporting Year
It's that of time of the year - the RNZ Sports crew look back of the sporting highlights, lowlights, and oddities of the sporting year that was.
David Light gets 'perfect' date for world title shot in London
New Zealand boxer David Light has secured what trainer Isaac Peach believes is the perfect date for his world cruiserweight title challenge against WBO champion Lawrence Okolie.
World title opportunity still sinking in for NZ boxer David Light
They say third time's a charm - and it certainly has been for the latest New Zealand fighter to earn a shot at a world title.
Formula One prospect Liam Lawson 'getting closer' to motorsport big time
Liam Lawson is confident the chequered flag continues to edge closer in the pursuit of his Formula One dream.
Ryan Fox excited with NZ golf on brink of history
A golden year for New Zealand golf has the chance to be capped in incredible style.
Liam Lawson set for F1 practice in world champ Max Verstappen's car
The Formula One prospects of rising New Zealand star Liam Lawson are set to receive another boost
UFC star Israel Adesanya ready to 'do work' at Madison Square Garden
Arguably New Zealand's most globally well-known athlete is set to add another chapter to his already lengthy list of achievements.
'Startling' decline drives Auckland Rugby League into action
Auckland Rugby League are refusing to hide behind Covid-19 as they try to halt a 'startling' decline in male playing numbers.
What are the Black Caps chances at the T20 World Cup?
The Black Caps are aiming to go one better than last time as they get set to begin their campaign at the T20 World Cup.
Creativity the key for Black Ferns
The Black Ferns are sticking with some creative methods in a bid to iron out the kinks from their Rugby World Cup opener.
'Always in form': Black Caps batter flying into World Cup
There are no big prizes for guessing which team-mate Black Caps power hitter Glenn Phillips is lavishing with praise as the T20 World Cup looms larger.
Top boxer Mea Motu fights her way back from 'darkness' to surge into spotlight
She's conquered New Zealand boxing - and now Mea Motu is ready to take on the world.
Rugby Championship still up for grabs
Despite all their struggles this year, the All Blacks have the chance to collect a second trophy for 2022 when they host Australia in Auckland tomorrow night.
All Whites coach Danny Hay undecided about future in job
All Whites coach Danny Hay says a plan by New Zealand Football (NZF) to put the team on a six-month "hiatus" has him undecided if he wants to stay in the job.
New Zealand Sail GP crew chase third win
Two on the trot is good, but three on the bounce is even better.
Chappell-Hadlee series fires up again
It's produced it's fair share of thrilling matches. And - after a prolonged hiatus - the Chappell-Hadlee series is finally back.
All Blacks know knives are out but insist they're 'totally confident'
The All Blacks are hoping to once again ease mounting pressure when they play Argentina in Hamilton this weekend.
Top 50 milestone has NZ golfer gunning for Masters debut
As he holidays in the south of France, Ryan Fox sips a well-deserved glass of red wine with Augusta on his mind.