Dana Johannsen
Shooter Grace Nweke ineligible for Silver Ferns
Netball's ANZ Premiership gets under way this weekend, but it's one of the game's absent stars that's still garnering the most attention in the build-up. Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke is plying her… Audio
New study into links of menstrual cycle and football knee injuries
A groundbreaking new study will look at whether the menstrual cycle is a contributing factor to serious knee injuries in women's football. The FIFA-funded study out of Kingston University in the UK… Audio
Two women vow to expose 'deep wrongs' cyclist Olivia Podmore endured
When Olivia Podmore died in a suspected suicide in August 2021, two women vowed to expose the deep wrongs the Olympic cyclist had endured. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen reports. Audio
Olivia Podmore's family addresses court for final time
The inquest into the death of Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore came to an emotional conclusion today when Podmore's family addressed the court for the final time. The young athlete died in a suspected… Audio
Inquest into death of Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore resumes
A coronial inquest into the death of Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore has resumed in Christchurch today following a lengthy adjournment. The young athlete died in a suspected suicide in August 2021 -… Audio
Investigation into death of NZ cyclist Olivia Podmore resumes
The protracted coronial inquest into the death of Olympic sprint cyclist Olivia Podmore will resume today following an abrupt halt to the proceedings last year. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen… Audio
Judge on verge of approving settlement against NCAA
College athletes in the United States could soon be getting paid as a landmark legal battle comes to a close. A California judge is on the verge of approving a multi-billion dollar settlement of three… Audio
Sports commentator Dana Johannsen
Dana discusses Liam Lawson's future with Red Bull; the IOC has elected its first woman president, concerns over the plans for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. Audio
Liam Lawson's future in Formula One uncertain
An overseas news outlet is reporting Liam Lawson is set to be dumped by Red Bull Racing just two races in to the 2025 Formula One season. Dana Johannsen spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
PTPA launches legal action against tennis governing bodies
The Professional Tennis Players' Association announced overnight it has launched legal action against both the ATP and WTA, the organisations that run the men's and women's professional tours. The… Audio
Canoe racing high performance centre sits empty
In 2018, Canoe Racing New Zealand opened the doors to a new high-performance centre on the shores of Lake Karapiro. In Depth sports correspondent Dana Johannsen reports. Audio
Auckland throws hat in the ring to host next America's Cup
Tataki Auckland Unlimited has confirmed to RNZ its in talks with defending champs Team New Zealand about bringing the 38th edition of the Cup back to home waters. It comes after Barcelona today… Audio
Sky Sport could face competition to keep broadcast rights
The NZ Herald is reporting that NZ Rugby is courting British disruptor DAZN about making an 11th hour play to snatch the broadcast rights. It comes after Sky offered NZ Rugby a reduced offer of around… Audio
Year 14s could be banned from national sports events
The governing body for high school sport is considering changes to its eligibility rules, which would see so called year 14 students banned from national events. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen… Audio
Mercedes F1 team were close to splitting with Ratcliffe last year
It appears the All Blacks aren't the only team that Ineos founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been playing hardball with over sponsorship rights. UK media are reporting the Mercedes Formula One team came… Audio
Gatland steps down as Wales coach midway through Six Nations
Warren Gatland has stepped down as Wales coach midway through the Six Nations, with his team on the worst run of results in the country's proud rugby history. The New Zealander's departure was… Audio
Year 14 students banned from competing at Maadi Cup
The controversial practice of 'year 14' students competing at the Maadi Cup Regatta has been banned under new rules for high school rowing. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Spanish Football President on trial for sexual assault
It was the most talked about moment of the 2023 FIFA World Cup. The now infamous incident during the trophy presentation, when former Spanish Football President Luis Rubiales planted an unwanted kiss… Audio
Troubled waters for Yachting NZ
Our fourth strongest Olympic sport is in hot water over allegations about the way it conducts itself Audio
Farewell to two Dame GOATs
Sports commentator Dana Johannsen discusses the big news in sport this week, including the retirements of Dame Lisa Carrington and Dame Sophie Pascoe Audio