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Lawson's decision to race long before a pit stop misfired, finishing 17th of the 20 cars.

NZ Cricket confirms two spectators were ejected from the third Black Caps ODI after Pakistan made accusations of verbal abuse.

The latest instalment of the world's fastest soap-opera is upon us, so here's all the details.

Liam Lawson will start in 14th at the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.

Moana Pasifika have gone back to back for the first time in the franchise's history, beating the Waratahs 45-28.

Kiwi driver Liam lawson has finished 13th and fifth in the two practice sessions at the Japanese Grand Prix.

Scotland will play Samoa at Eden Park in the final match of their mid-year tour.

A wet, physical game in Hamilton saw the home side prevail thanks to good decision-making and execution.

Witness statements from seven employees referred to psychological, emotional effects and distress from "witnessing abuse" of horses.

Francisco 'Chico' Geraldes injured the meniscus in his left knee and will be sidelined for the next three months.

New Zealand has climbed three spots to 86th, in the latest FIFA rankings.

"The discussions we were having ... weren't really leaning in this direction," Lawson said.

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Black Caps fast bowler Jacob Duffy has surged to the top of the ICC's rankings for T20 matches.

Mitch Hay can only laugh at how close he got to his maiden international ODI century against Pakistan.

Regularly missing the finals is costing the Hurricanes who are now seeking a $1 million cash boost.

Rob Penney's sprung a surprise for the Crusaders, while the Blues welcome back some much-needed reinforcements.

The Kiwi racing driver says he will be giving his all for Racing Bulls as he tries to get his Formula One career back on track.

The former Blackcaps speedster signed off on his domestic career on the same ground he debuted on 17 years ago.

New Zealand's top scorer in the series opener will now miss game two.

Team New Zealand says the city won't be holding the next event after the event failed to get government backing.

"I wouldn't have put Liam Lawson in a Formula One car at all,"Former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher says in a stinging assessment.

NZR says both organisations are satisfied with the outcome.

The forward's second stint at the A-League club has been cut short by mutual consent.

The Kiwi's putter let him down, as he missed several key chances to eventually slide back to finish tied for 15th.