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Surfing teen wins national champs
Dunedin teenager Alexis Owen caused a major upset at the national surfing championships, snatching the title from Billy Stairmand.
Sadowski-Synnott back on the podium
Wanaka snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has claimed the 10th World Cup podium of her career, with a second-place finish at the prestigious LAAX Open Slopestyle in Switzerland.
Daniel Hillier in front in Dubai Desert Classic
New Zealand golfer Daniel Hillier has grabbed the lead after the third round of the $16 million Dubai Desert Classic.
Auckland FC crush competition leaders to go back on top
Auckland FC have hammered Melbourne City in Auckland.
Chiefs sweat on Sititi's knee injury prognosis
The All Blacks' biggest success story of last season could potentially miss the entire Super Rugby Pacific campaign.
'Humbling': All Black David Havili named new Crusaders captain
All Blacks utility back David Havili is the new Crusaders Super Rugby captain.
Lulu Sun beaten in Australian Open first round
Tough start to 2025 continues for Kiwi number one.
Shooting off: Stevenson heading to Japan
The one-time All Black will head to Kubota Spears but will return for the Chiefs in Super Rugby Pacific.
Williamson among nine Kiwis signed for Pakistan Super League
The former Black Caps captain will play in Pakistan, having missed out on the Indian Premier League.
Breakers go down in thriller as Melbourne snatch victory from jaws of defeat
A three pointer in the final seconds has helped Melbourne United snatch a 91-89 win over the Breakers.
Forward David Ball terminates Phoenix contract
Wellington Phoenix and seasoned forward David Ball have agreed to part ways, freeing up a spot ahead of the A-League's transfer window.
Lulu Sun looks to snap losing streak at Australian Open
The Kiwi hasn't won a match since she pulled out of the US Open in August last year.
Wellington Phoenix women beaten in sweltering Adelaide
The Wellington Phoenix women have been beaten for the first time in 2025, losing 2-1 to Adelaide United in the stifling heat of South Australia.
Ben Sears returns to Black Caps squad for Champions Trophy
After just one game back for Wellington, fast bowler Ben Sears returns to the Black Caps for next month's Champions Trophy in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates.
Football: Auckland FC in shock loss
Auckland FC have suffered their second loss of the A-League men's season going down 1-0 at Perth Glory.
Blackcaps lose to Sri Lanka at Eden Park
Sri Lanka dominated the Blackcaps from start to finish.
Phoenix lose again in A-League
A 2-1 defeat to Adelaide United is the fifth loss in the Phoenix's last six games.
ASB Classic: Disappointment as doubles final called off
Kiwi Michael Venus and partner Nikola Mektic will be champions, but not they way they probably wanted.
Back-to-back wins for Kiwi freeskier Luca Harrington
Wanaka freeskier Luca Harrington has backed up his maiden World Cup victory with a second win a week later.
Black Caps eye series whitewash ahead of Champions Trophy
Expect no let up in the quality of cricket from New Zealand in the third and final one-dayer against Sri Lanka at Eden Park later today.
National Surfing Championships set for biggest year ever
A record number of entries have been received for next week's National Surfing Championships in Taranaki.
Phoenix women move into top four after 'best performance of season'
Wellington thumped Western Sydney Wanderers to climb up the A-League ladder.
'I'm devastated': Warriors captain retires with immediate effect
Tohu Harris has announced he is quitting due to a longstanding wrist injury.
Black Cap Martin Guptill announces international retirement
Former Black Caps batter Martin Guptill has officially confirmed his retirement from international cricket.
Breakers struggles continue in NBL loss to Brisbane Bullets
They were beaten 83-74 by the Bullets in their Australian NBL basketball clash last night in Brisbane.