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'At least one million tickets' to cost US$28 for LA28
LA28 said that fans will be able to register for a random ticket draw covering all Olympic sports at the LA Games promising at least 1 million tickets priced at US$28.
Sabalenka named WTA Player of the Year for second straight season
World number one Aryna Sabalenka has been named WTA Player of the Year for the second consecutive season after spending the entire year at the top of the rankings.
Auckland gets professional golf tournament after 20 year hiatus
A world class professional golf tournament will return to Auckland for the first time in more than 20 years with the launch of the Japan-Australasia Championship.
Golf: Scottie Scheffler wins fourth straight PGA Tour Player of the Year award
Scottie Scheffler, who counted two majors among his six titles in 2025, has been voted the PGA Tour Player of the Year for a fourth consecutive season.
Rugby: Lower tackle height to be trialled at Under-20 worlds
After a successful trial in community rugby, a lower "sternum tackle height" is to be introduced into the elite game next year.
Sports Chat for 16 December 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports Chat for 16 December 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Early Sports Chat for 16 December 2025
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports with Jamie Wall
RNZ sports journalist Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to look back on the biggest sports stories of 2025. Audio
Recalled Ajaz Patel - 'I'm a very optimistic person'
Despite being overlooked for home Tests for nearly five years, spinner Ajaz Patel says he never thought that door was shut.
Sport: 2025 a big fight for NZ boxer David Nyika
Kiwi boxer David Nyika has had plenty to fight through this year, both in and out of the ring. After suffering his first career loss by brutal knockout, Nyika's fiancée, Australian influencer Lexy… Audio
Colts quarterback comes out of retirement at 44
Sport reporter Jamie Wall tells Lisa about quarterback Philip Rivers who has come out of retirement at age 44 to start an NFL game for the Indianapolis Colts, playing his first game in five years. Audio
Vanuatu misses out on hosting OFC matches in 2026
The lack of facilities not meeting FIFA standards has worked against Vanuatu Football Federation, local media report.
Midday Sports News for 15 December 2025
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio
Sports Chat for 15 December 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports Chat for 15 December 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Early Sports Chat for 15 December 2025
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere. Audio
A-League: Wellington Phoenix fall to Newcastle Jets
A disastrous seven-minute spell has proved costly, as they slumped to defeat at home.
Wilde claims first T100 Triathlon World Title securing huge cash bonus
The Kiwi used his trademark speed on the run to pull clear and cruise to his near-perfect victory.