Sport

Ben Waine on the perks of finding a better football-life balance

All White Ben Waine said learning to step back from his football "obsession" may have been just as important as anything he has developed on the pitch ahead of his first Football World Cup.

3:32pm

Sport

Silver for pole vaulter Ayris at Diamond League meet

The Kiwi pole vaulter has scored one of the best results of her career at the Diamond League event in Morocco.

1:00pm

Cricket

Kohli leads Bengaluru to 5-wicket win over Gujarat in IPL final

Bengaluru reached 161-5 in 18 overs after winning the toss and restricting Gujarat to 155-8 in its 20 overs.

8:19am

Adam Pompey in possession. Penrith Panthers v One NZ Warriors.

League

Panthers pip Warriors 20-18 in tense NRL top-of-table contest

The Warriors fell just short against Penrith after twice threatening to topple the NRL's benchmark side in a top-of-the-table thriller.

6:31am

The north Canterbury golf course was sold to a real estate developer a few weeks ago.

Sport

Pegasus community ‘shocked’ at plan to turn golf course into housing

The north Canterbury golf course was sold to a real estate developer a few weeks ago.

Sunday 6:45pm

2:50

Football

Ben Waine on the perks of finding a better football-life balance

All White Ben Waine said learning to step back from his football "obsession" may have been just as important as anything he has developed on the pitch ahead of his first Football World Cup.

3:32pm

Sport

Silver for pole vaulter Ayris at Diamond League meet

The Kiwi pole vaulter has scored one of the best results of her career at the Diamond League event in Morocco.

1:00pm

Rugby

The Chiefs celebrate a try during their final round victory over the Blues in Hamilton in front of a dejected looking Zarn Sullivan.

Blues sunk by Chiefs but 'lucky loser' semifinal place looms

The Blues, needing a win over the Chiefs to secure a home qualifier, were thrashed, but they may yet make the top four, writes Patrick McKendry.

Sunday 10:55am

North Harbour Rugby Referees Association chair Rebecca Stanaway referees a game.

Rugby referees' families won't go to games due to sideline abuse

"Nobody wants to turn up and give their time and drive long distances to cop flak from the sideline."

Sunday 6:01am

'Moana movement won't die': Umaga on legacy of the club

The inspirational coach says the legacy built by the club and its Pacific identity will endure beyond the franchise itself.

Sat, May 30

Noah Hotham of the Crusaders scores a try in the tackle of Josh Moorby.

Crusaders dominate Hurricanes 47-14 ahead of playoffs

In the final round of the regular season, the Crusaders celebrated Sevu Reece's century with a commanding win under the roof at Te Kaha.

Sat, May 30

Faletoi Peni of Moana Pasifika carries the ball against the Brumbies in Canberra.

Moana Pasifika defiant to the end as they shock Brumbies

The team travelled to Canberra only after NZ Rugby stepped in to cover salaries and costs – and scored a memorable victory.

Sunday 12:53pm

Moana Pasifika defiant to the end as they shock Brumbies

The team travelled to Canberra only after NZ Rugby stepped in to cover salaries and costs – and scored a memorable victory.

Sunday 12:53pm

Blues sunk by Chiefs but 'lucky loser' semifinal place looms

The Blues, needing a win over the Chiefs to secure a home qualifier, were thrashed, but they may yet make the top four, writes Patrick McKendry.

Sunday 10:55am

Rugby referees' families won't go to games due to sideline abuse

"Nobody wants to turn up and give their time and drive long distances to cop flak from the sideline."

Sunday 6:01am

Moana Pasifika defiant to the end as they shock Brumbies

The team travelled to Canberra only after NZ Rugby stepped in to cover salaries and costs – and scored a memorable victory.

Sunday 12:53pm

'Moana movement won't die': Umaga on legacy of the club

The inspirational coach says the legacy built by the club and its Pacific identity will endure beyond the franchise itself.

Sat, May 30

Crusaders dominate Hurricanes 47-14 ahead of playoffs

In the final round of the regular season, the Crusaders celebrated Sevu Reece's century with a commanding win under the roof at Te Kaha.

Sat, May 30

Moana Pasifika defiant to the end as they shock Brumbies

The team travelled to Canberra only after NZ Rugby stepped in to cover salaries and costs – and scored a memorable victory.

Sunday 12:53pm

Blues sunk by Chiefs but 'lucky loser' semifinal place looms

The Blues, needing a win over the Chiefs to secure a home qualifier, were thrashed, but they may yet make the top four, writes Patrick McKendry.

Sunday 10:55am

Rugby referees' families won't go to games due to sideline abuse

"Nobody wants to turn up and give their time and drive long distances to cop flak from the sideline."

Sunday 6:01am

'Moana movement won't die': Umaga on legacy of the club

The inspirational coach says the legacy built by the club and its Pacific identity will endure beyond the franchise itself.

Sat, May 30

Crusaders dominate Hurricanes 47-14 ahead of playoffs

In the final round of the regular season, the Crusaders celebrated Sevu Reece's century with a commanding win under the roof at Te Kaha.

Sat, May 30

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League

Ethan Strange of the Blues scores a try, which was then disallowed by the video bunker during game one of the 2026 Men's State of Origin series between the New South Wales Blues and Queensland Maroons at Accor Stadium on May 27, 2026 in Sydney, Australia.

NSW beat Queensland in biggest State of Origin comeback ever

The Blues came back from a 14-point deficit to win 22-20 after Queensland fullback Kalyn Ponga was sent off in the series opener.

Thu, May 28

Tiana Penitani Gray of Australiais tackled during the Women's Pacific Championships Final match between the Australia Jillaroos and New Zealand Kiwi Ferns at CommBank Stadium on November 09, 2025 in Sydney, Australia.

Rugby League World Cup gets major Aussie government boost

Featuring 10 men's, eight women's and eight wheelchair teams, the three tournaments will run parallel, jointly hosted by Australia, Papua New Guinea and New Zealand.

Wed, May 27

Warriors outside back Roger Tuivasa-Sheck leaves the field with a knee injury during his team's win over the Dragons.

Tuivasa-Sheck's NRL career over after confirmation of knee injury

Tue, May 26

Demitric Vaimauga celebrates the Warriors' recent victory over the Dragons with his club's supporters.

Warriors hoping for record crowd for Anzac Round match at Eden Park

Mon, May 25

'Can't thank them enough': Fonua-Blake credits Warriors for revival

Mon, May 25

NSW beat Queensland in biggest State of Origin comeback ever

The Blues came back from a 14-point deficit to win 22-20 after Queensland fullback Kalyn Ponga was sent off in the series opener.

Thu, May 28

Rugby League World Cup gets major Aussie government boost

Featuring 10 men's, eight women's and eight wheelchair teams, the three tournaments will run parallel, jointly hosted by Australia, Papua New Guinea and New Zealand.

Wed, May 27

Tuivasa-Sheck's NRL career over after confirmation of knee injury

Tue, May 26

Warriors hoping for record crowd for Anzac Round match at Eden Park

Mon, May 25

'Can't thank them enough': Fonua-Blake credits Warriors for revival

Mon, May 25

Jackson Ford acknowledges the fans post-game. Newcastle Knights v One NZ Warriors. NRL Rugby League, McDonald Jones Stadium, NSW, Australia, Saturday 21st March 2026

In-form Warriors prop 'can't argue' with Origin snub

Sun, May 24

NSW beat Queensland in biggest State of Origin comeback ever

The Blues came back from a 14-point deficit to win 22-20 after Queensland fullback Kalyn Ponga was sent off in the series opener.

Thu, May 28

Rugby League World Cup gets major Aussie government boost

Featuring 10 men's, eight women's and eight wheelchair teams, the three tournaments will run parallel, jointly hosted by Australia, Papua New Guinea and New Zealand.

Wed, May 27

Tuivasa-Sheck's NRL career over after confirmation of knee injury

Tue, May 26

Warriors hoping for record crowd for Anzac Round match at Eden Park

Mon, May 25

'Can't thank them enough': Fonua-Blake credits Warriors for revival

Mon, May 25

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Cricket

Ravindra and Blundell put on a 217 run partnership for the fifth wicket.

Ravindra, Blundell centuries save Black Caps Test against Ireland

New Zealand recovered from 86 for four to go to stumps on 361 for five in the inaugural Test between the two sides.

Thu, May 28

White Ferns lose tense ODI opener to England by one wicket

New Zealand let victory slip through their grasp as England sneak to victory with 10 balls to spare in Durham.

Mon, May 11

Left: Kyle Jamieson, Black Caps v India, June 2021. Right: Will O'Rourke, Black Caps v England, November 2024.

Black Caps bowling spearheads return for England series

Kyle Jamieson and Will O’Rourke return to the Test squad after both being out with back injuries, while batting all-rounder Dean Foxcroft has earnt a maiden call-up.

Thu, May 7

Sticky wicket for Aussie cricket star on drink driving charge

David Warner returned a positive result for alcohol after being stopped for a roadside test in Sydney's east on Easter Sunday, police said.

Thu, May 7

Kiwi fast bowler Nathan Smith took five wickets in 29 deliveries.

Smith takes five-for as Black Caps dominate Ireland in first Test

Nathan Smith broke the New Zealand record for a five-for from 39 balls by Shane Bond in 2005 against Zimbabwe.

Fri, May 29

Ravindra, Blundell centuries save Black Caps Test against Ireland

New Zealand recovered from 86 for four to go to stumps on 361 for five in the inaugural Test between the two sides.

Thu, May 28

White Ferns lose tense ODI opener to England by one wicket

New Zealand let victory slip through their grasp as England sneak to victory with 10 balls to spare in Durham.

Mon, May 11

Black Caps bowling spearheads return for England series

Kyle Jamieson and Will O’Rourke return to the Test squad after both being out with back injuries, while batting all-rounder Dean Foxcroft has earnt a maiden call-up.

Thu, May 7

Sticky wicket for Aussie cricket star on drink driving charge

David Warner returned a positive result for alcohol after being stopped for a roadside test in Sydney's east on Easter Sunday, police said.

Thu, May 7

Smith takes five-for as Black Caps dominate Ireland in first Test

Nathan Smith broke the New Zealand record for a five-for from 39 balls by Shane Bond in 2005 against Zimbabwe.

Fri, May 29

Ravindra, Blundell centuries save Black Caps Test against Ireland

New Zealand recovered from 86 for four to go to stumps on 361 for five in the inaugural Test between the two sides.

Thu, May 28

White Ferns lose tense ODI opener to England by one wicket

New Zealand let victory slip through their grasp as England sneak to victory with 10 balls to spare in Durham.

Mon, May 11

Smith takes five-for as Black Caps dominate Ireland in first Test

Nathan Smith broke the New Zealand record for a five-for from 39 balls by Shane Bond in 2005 against Zimbabwe.

Fri, May 29

Black Caps bowling spearheads return for England series

Kyle Jamieson and Will O’Rourke return to the Test squad after both being out with back injuries, while batting all-rounder Dean Foxcroft has earnt a maiden call-up.

Thu, May 7

Sticky wicket for Aussie cricket star on drink driving charge

David Warner returned a positive result for alcohol after being stopped for a roadside test in Sydney's east on Easter Sunday, police said.

Thu, May 7

Smith takes five-for as Black Caps dominate Ireland in first Test

Nathan Smith broke the New Zealand record for a five-for from 39 balls by Shane Bond in 2005 against Zimbabwe.

Fri, May 29

Ravindra, Blundell centuries save Black Caps Test against Ireland

New Zealand recovered from 86 for four to go to stumps on 361 for five in the inaugural Test between the two sides.

Thu, May 28

White Ferns lose tense ODI opener to England by one wicket

New Zealand let victory slip through their grasp as England sneak to victory with 10 balls to spare in Durham.

Mon, May 11

Black Caps bowling spearheads return for England series

Kyle Jamieson and Will O’Rourke return to the Test squad after both being out with back injuries, while batting all-rounder Dean Foxcroft has earnt a maiden call-up.

Thu, May 7

Sticky wicket for Aussie cricket star on drink driving charge

David Warner returned a positive result for alcohol after being stopped for a roadside test in Sydney's east on Easter Sunday, police said.

Thu, May 7

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Football

PSG's Ousmane Dembele celebrates after scoring from a penalty kick during the Champions League final soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal in Budapest, Hungary.

PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to defend Champions League title

Arsenal missed two of its five spot kicks while PSG only missed one.

Sunday 7:13am

West Ham relegated and Spurs stay up as Guardiola, Salah make tearful exits

West Ham beat Leeds 3-0 but that wasn't enough to climb out of the relegation zone because fourth-to-last Tottenham also won, 1-0 at home to Everton, to stay two points clear of its London rival.

Mon, May 25

South Melboune FC's Marco Jankovic and Auckland FC's Tass Mourdoukoutas ahead of the final.

Double success for Auckland FC with OFC Pro-League victory

Sun, May 24

Auckland FC do a victory lap through the city that has embraced them and their march to A-League domination.

A-League champions Auckland FC take over Queen St in jubilant scenes

Sun, May 24

Cameron Howieson of Auckland FC is congratulated by Hiroki Sakai after scoring a goal during the A-League Men Grand Final match between Auckland FC and Sydney FC at Go Media Stadium, on May 23, 2026, in Auckland, New Zealand.

Auckland FC A-League champions after second season

Sun, May 24

PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to defend Champions League title

Arsenal missed two of its five spot kicks while PSG only missed one.

Sunday 7:13am

West Ham relegated and Spurs stay up as Guardiola, Salah make tearful exits

West Ham beat Leeds 3-0 but that wasn't enough to climb out of the relegation zone because fourth-to-last Tottenham also won, 1-0 at home to Everton, to stay two points clear of its London rival.

Mon, May 25

Double success for Auckland FC with OFC Pro-League victory

Sun, May 24

A-League champions Auckland FC take over Queen St in jubilant scenes

Sun, May 24

Auckland FC A-League champions after second season

Sun, May 24

Auckland FC coach Steve Corica, captain Hiroki Sakai, Sydney FC captain Rhyan Grant and coach Patrick Kisnorbo.

Who in Auckland FC will put their name in lights in tonight's grand final?

Sat, May 23

PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to defend Champions League title

Arsenal missed two of its five spot kicks while PSG only missed one.

Sunday 7:13am

West Ham relegated and Spurs stay up as Guardiola, Salah make tearful exits

West Ham beat Leeds 3-0 but that wasn't enough to climb out of the relegation zone because fourth-to-last Tottenham also won, 1-0 at home to Everton, to stay two points clear of its London rival.

Mon, May 25

Double success for Auckland FC with OFC Pro-League victory

Sun, May 24

A-League champions Auckland FC take over Queen St in jubilant scenes

Sun, May 24

Auckland FC A-League champions after second season

Sun, May 24

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Netball

Former Silver Fern Gina Crampton to join defending champion Tactix

The 34-year-old is taking up a short-term injury replacement contract with the Canterbury side

Wed, May 13

Dame Noeline’s future as the team’s coach remains unclear.

Nweke's support for Dame Noeline pulled from Halbergs nomination

In September, the captain for the third and final Test against South Africa spoke out in support of the sidelined coach following the Ferns' win.

Tue, Feb 3

Jane Patterson will step into the role as Interim Chief Executive on January 19.

Netball NZ appoints interim CEO, new Silver Ferns performance lead

It comes after Jenny Wyllie's decision to step down as CEO of Netball New Zealand in December 2025, following a turbulent year on and off the court.

Thu, Jan 15

Netball NZ chief executive Jennie Wyllie.

Netball NZ boss Jennie Wyllie resigns

Wyllie was under scrutiny after the standing down and reinstatement of Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua this year.

December 18, 2025

Jennah Wootten has been appointed as Netball New Zealand's chief executive officer.

Netball NZ boss appointed, acknowledges 'tough' 12 months for sport

Netball New Zealand said one of the most experienced sports and major events leaders will helm the country's largest women's sport.

Thu, May 21

Netball NZ boss appointed, acknowledges 'tough' 12 months for sport

Netball New Zealand said one of the most experienced sports and major events leaders will helm the country's largest women's sport.

Thu, May 21

Former Silver Fern Gina Crampton to join defending champion Tactix

The 34-year-old is taking up a short-term injury replacement contract with the Canterbury side

Wed, May 13

Nweke's support for Dame Noeline pulled from Halbergs nomination

In September, the captain for the third and final Test against South Africa spoke out in support of the sidelined coach following the Ferns' win.

Tue, Feb 3

Netball NZ boss appointed, acknowledges 'tough' 12 months for sport

Netball New Zealand said one of the most experienced sports and major events leaders will helm the country's largest women's sport.

Thu, May 21

Netball NZ appoints interim CEO, new Silver Ferns performance lead

It comes after Jenny Wyllie's decision to step down as CEO of Netball New Zealand in December 2025, following a turbulent year on and off the court.

Thu, Jan 15

Netball NZ boss Jennie Wyllie resigns

Wyllie was under scrutiny after the standing down and reinstatement of Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua this year.

December 18, 2025

Netball NZ boss appointed, acknowledges 'tough' 12 months for sport

Netball New Zealand said one of the most experienced sports and major events leaders will helm the country's largest women's sport.

Thu, May 21

Former Silver Fern Gina Crampton to join defending champion Tactix

The 34-year-old is taking up a short-term injury replacement contract with the Canterbury side

Wed, May 13

Nweke's support for Dame Noeline pulled from Halbergs nomination

In September, the captain for the third and final Test against South Africa spoke out in support of the sidelined coach following the Ferns' win.

Tue, Feb 3

Netball NZ appoints interim CEO, new Silver Ferns performance lead

It comes after Jenny Wyllie's decision to step down as CEO of Netball New Zealand in December 2025, following a turbulent year on and off the court.

Thu, Jan 15

Netball NZ boss Jennie Wyllie resigns

Wyllie was under scrutiny after the standing down and reinstatement of Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua this year.

December 18, 2025

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Other Sport

Eddie Nketia reacts after winning the men's 100 meters final in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Former NZ sprinter Eddie Nketia clocks another flying 100m time

Nketia ran the 100m/200m double for the University of Southern California at the Big Ten Track and Field Championships in Nebraska.

Mon, May 18

Australia ends exile to mount America's Cup challenge

Sailing heavyweight Tom Slingsby will lead the Australian contingent.

Thu, May 14

Emirates Team New Zealand racing in Auckland in 2021

TVNZ the new home of America’s Cup defence

The broadcaster confirmed today it will screen the 38th America’s Cup Match and preliminary regattas.

Wed, May 13

The 36-year-old ocean swimmer told Breakfast his body had "bounced back amazingly" after completing the gruelling 1367km course.

Jono Ridler reflects on 'tough' challenges during record swim

The 36-year-old swimmer told Breakfast it was "really tough" knowing he would be battling hypothermia, sharks and jellyfish every time he entered the water.

Tue, Apr 7

Peter Burling joined Luna Rossa in June 2025

Peter Burling and Team NZ to square off in Italy

New Zealand sailor Peter Burling will race against his former team at this weekend's America's Cup Preliminary Regatta in Sardinia.

Fri, May 22

Peter Burling and Team NZ to square off in Italy

New Zealand sailor Peter Burling will race against his former team at this weekend's America's Cup Preliminary Regatta in Sardinia.

Fri, May 22

Former NZ sprinter Eddie Nketia clocks another flying 100m time

Nketia ran the 100m/200m double for the University of Southern California at the Big Ten Track and Field Championships in Nebraska.

Mon, May 18

Australia ends exile to mount America's Cup challenge

Sailing heavyweight Tom Slingsby will lead the Australian contingent.

Thu, May 14

Peter Burling and Team NZ to square off in Italy

New Zealand sailor Peter Burling will race against his former team at this weekend's America's Cup Preliminary Regatta in Sardinia.

Fri, May 22

TVNZ the new home of America’s Cup defence

The broadcaster confirmed today it will screen the 38th America’s Cup Match and preliminary regattas.

Wed, May 13

Jono Ridler reflects on 'tough' challenges during record swim

The 36-year-old swimmer told Breakfast it was "really tough" knowing he would be battling hypothermia, sharks and jellyfish every time he entered the water.

Tue, Apr 7

Peter Burling and Team NZ to square off in Italy

New Zealand sailor Peter Burling will race against his former team at this weekend's America's Cup Preliminary Regatta in Sardinia.

Fri, May 22

Former NZ sprinter Eddie Nketia clocks another flying 100m time

Nketia ran the 100m/200m double for the University of Southern California at the Big Ten Track and Field Championships in Nebraska.

Mon, May 18

Australia ends exile to mount America's Cup challenge

Sailing heavyweight Tom Slingsby will lead the Australian contingent.

Thu, May 14

TVNZ the new home of America’s Cup defence

The broadcaster confirmed today it will screen the 38th America’s Cup Match and preliminary regattas.

Wed, May 13

Jono Ridler reflects on 'tough' challenges during record swim

The 36-year-old swimmer told Breakfast it was "really tough" knowing he would be battling hypothermia, sharks and jellyfish every time he entered the water.

Tue, Apr 7

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Basketball

Breakers appoint World Cup winning coach on two-year deal

Gordon Herbert named to replace Finn Petteri Koponen who left at the end of last season after two years.

Wed, May 20

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29

"He was the gentlest soul who was the first to be there for all of his friends and family."

Wed, May 13

Is that smoothie packed with life-extending goodness, or just a whole heap of sugar?

Sun, Apr 26

Charlisse Leger-Walker #5 of the UCLA Bruins reacts after her three-point basket against the South Carolina Gamecocks during the third quarter in the National Championship of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 05, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Kiwi Charlisse Leger-Walker drafted to Connecticut Sun

Tue, Apr 14

New Zealand Breakers head coach Petteri Koponen.

'Ready for a new challenge': Breakers to part ways with coach

Sat, Feb 28

Breakers appoint World Cup winning coach on two-year deal

Gordon Herbert named to replace Finn Petteri Koponen who left at the end of last season after two years.

Wed, May 20

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29

"He was the gentlest soul who was the first to be there for all of his friends and family."

Wed, May 13

Is that smoothie packed with life-extending goodness, or just a whole heap of sugar?

Sun, Apr 26

Kiwi Charlisse Leger-Walker drafted to Connecticut Sun

Tue, Apr 14

'Ready for a new challenge': Breakers to part ways with coach

Sat, Feb 28

The 38-year-old played in all four of the Breakers' title winning seasons, and held the club record for the most appearances with 429.

Abercrombie 'honoured' by Breakers jersey retirement

Fri, Jan 30

Breakers appoint World Cup winning coach on two-year deal

Gordon Herbert named to replace Finn Petteri Koponen who left at the end of last season after two years.

Wed, May 20

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29

"He was the gentlest soul who was the first to be there for all of his friends and family."

Wed, May 13

Is that smoothie packed with life-extending goodness, or just a whole heap of sugar?

Sun, Apr 26

Kiwi Charlisse Leger-Walker drafted to Connecticut Sun

Tue, Apr 14

'Ready for a new challenge': Breakers to part ways with coach

Sat, Feb 28

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Golf

The Masters: Fox agonisingly misses cut as McIlroy takes solo lead

With the projected cut line at 4-over, Ryan Fox looks has missed the cut at the Masters by one shot.

Sat, Apr 11

Ryan Fox of New Zealand looks on from the fifth green during the first round of the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 09, 2026 in Augusta, Georgia.

The Masters: Disappointing front nine for Fox as Burns, McIlroy tied up top

Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox has recorded a rusty first round at the Masters golf tournament, carding a 5-over 77.

Fri, Apr 10

Kiwi golfing great says his main goal for 2026 is coming much later in the year.

Ryan Fox eyes Presidents Cup spot as he prepares for Masters

For the Kiwi golfer, it's his third trip to East Georgia, and a place he loves spending time.

Wed, Apr 8

Kelly Slater on Kiwi surf, golf, and becoming a father again at 54

The surf legend spoke to Breakfast from Queenstown, where he is an ambassador for the NZ Open.

Fri, Feb 27

Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, reacts to a missed putt on the seventh green during the final round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Aronimink Golf Club, Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Newtown Square, PA

Rory McIlroy has angry exchange with fan at PGA Championship

An errant shot out of heavy rough at the scoreable 16th hole derailed McIlroy's come-from-behind bid, and he appeared to respond to a fan in the crowd by telling them to "shut up".

Mon, May 18

Rory McIlroy has angry exchange with fan at PGA Championship

An errant shot out of heavy rough at the scoreable 16th hole derailed McIlroy's come-from-behind bid, and he appeared to respond to a fan in the crowd by telling them to "shut up".

Mon, May 18

The Masters: Fox agonisingly misses cut as McIlroy takes solo lead

With the projected cut line at 4-over, Ryan Fox looks has missed the cut at the Masters by one shot.

Sat, Apr 11

The Masters: Disappointing front nine for Fox as Burns, McIlroy tied up top

Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox has recorded a rusty first round at the Masters golf tournament, carding a 5-over 77.

Fri, Apr 10

Rory McIlroy has angry exchange with fan at PGA Championship

An errant shot out of heavy rough at the scoreable 16th hole derailed McIlroy's come-from-behind bid, and he appeared to respond to a fan in the crowd by telling them to "shut up".

Mon, May 18

Ryan Fox eyes Presidents Cup spot as he prepares for Masters

For the Kiwi golfer, it's his third trip to East Georgia, and a place he loves spending time.

Wed, Apr 8

Kelly Slater on Kiwi surf, golf, and becoming a father again at 54

The surf legend spoke to Breakfast from Queenstown, where he is an ambassador for the NZ Open.

Fri, Feb 27

Rory McIlroy has angry exchange with fan at PGA Championship

An errant shot out of heavy rough at the scoreable 16th hole derailed McIlroy's come-from-behind bid, and he appeared to respond to a fan in the crowd by telling them to "shut up".

Mon, May 18

The Masters: Fox agonisingly misses cut as McIlroy takes solo lead

With the projected cut line at 4-over, Ryan Fox looks has missed the cut at the Masters by one shot.

Sat, Apr 11

The Masters: Disappointing front nine for Fox as Burns, McIlroy tied up top

Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox has recorded a rusty first round at the Masters golf tournament, carding a 5-over 77.

Fri, Apr 10

Ryan Fox eyes Presidents Cup spot as he prepares for Masters

For the Kiwi golfer, it's his third trip to East Georgia, and a place he loves spending time.

Wed, Apr 8

Kelly Slater on Kiwi surf, golf, and becoming a father again at 54

The surf legend spoke to Breakfast from Queenstown, where he is an ambassador for the NZ Open.

Fri, Feb 27

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Motorsport

Scott McLaughlin, Team Penske Chevrolet during the NTT INDYCAR Series of the 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500 on May 24, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Scott McLaughlin third in Indy 500, Rosenqvist secures record-setting finish

Kiwi Marcus Armstrong was pipped for the win during the final lap of the race, which saw Rosenqvist and David Malukas fight for the closest finish in the event's history.

Mon, May 25

Twelfth placed qualifier Liam Lawson of New Zealand and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls is interviewed during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Canada at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on May 23, 2026 in Montreal, Quebec.

Lawson fights his way up to 12th on Canadian Grand Prix grid

Lawson managed seven passes during Sunday's sprint race after mechanical issues during free practice forced him to play catch-up this weekend.

Sun, May 24

An in memoriam photo of former driver Kyle Busch is displayed on the video board of the backstretch at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Friday, May 22, 2026, in Charlotte, NC.

Kyle Busch's family says he died after pneumonia progressed into sepsis

Sun, May 24

Kyle Busch is introduced during the NASCAR All-Star auto race at Dover Motor Speedway, Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Dover, Del.

NASCAR's Kyle Busch short of breath, coughing blood before his death

Sat, May 23

Mechanical issues meant Lawson missed free practice.

Lawson 'playing catch-up' in Canadian Grand Prix due to mechanical issues

Sat, May 23

Scott McLaughlin third in Indy 500, Rosenqvist secures record-setting finish

Kiwi Marcus Armstrong was pipped for the win during the final lap of the race, which saw Rosenqvist and David Malukas fight for the closest finish in the event's history.

Mon, May 25

Lawson fights his way up to 12th on Canadian Grand Prix grid

Lawson managed seven passes during Sunday's sprint race after mechanical issues during free practice forced him to play catch-up this weekend.

Sun, May 24

Kyle Busch's family says he died after pneumonia progressed into sepsis

Sun, May 24

NASCAR's Kyle Busch short of breath, coughing blood before his death

Sat, May 23

Lawson 'playing catch-up' in Canadian Grand Prix due to mechanical issues

Sat, May 23

Two-time NASCAR champion Kyle Busch dies at 41

Fri, May 22

Scott McLaughlin third in Indy 500, Rosenqvist secures record-setting finish

Kiwi Marcus Armstrong was pipped for the win during the final lap of the race, which saw Rosenqvist and David Malukas fight for the closest finish in the event's history.

Mon, May 25

Lawson fights his way up to 12th on Canadian Grand Prix grid

Lawson managed seven passes during Sunday's sprint race after mechanical issues during free practice forced him to play catch-up this weekend.

Sun, May 24

Kyle Busch's family says he died after pneumonia progressed into sepsis

Sun, May 24

NASCAR's Kyle Busch short of breath, coughing blood before his death

Sat, May 23

Lawson 'playing catch-up' in Canadian Grand Prix due to mechanical issues

Sat, May 23

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Tennis

Jannik Sinner faced exhaustion as heat wave temperatures reached 32C in Paris.

Jannik Sinner struggles with dizziness in French Open loss

The top-ranked Sinner was beaten by 56th-ranked Juan Manuel Cerundolo 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1 after wasting two chances to serve for the match.

Fri, May 29

Former tennis star Jelena Dokic speaks on wellbeing in sport

The former world No. 4 is in New Zealand for the National Sport and Recreation Integrity Wānanga, where she will share how the game carried her through years of family violence.

Mon, Mar 16

Lulu Sun of New Zealand in action against Czech Linda Fruhvirtova in the Australian Open match.

Kiwi Lulu Sun eclipsed in first round of Australian Open

Sun lost in straight sets to Czech qualifier Linda Fruhvirtova in Melbourne.

Tue, Jan 20

A Croatian tennis fan was made to turn his shirt inside out by security staff at the ASB Classic.

Tennis fan bats away explanation for Croatian shirt incident

Spectator says multiple fans from different countries were told to cover national shirts, disputing organisers’ account of one overzealous security guard.

Thu, Jan 8

Novak Djokovic congratulated Joao Fonseca after losing in the final three sets.

Djokovic's French Open loss to teenager ensures new men's winner

There will be a new men’s champion at the French Open after Novak Djokovic followed Jannik Sinner out of Roland Garros in a five-set stunner today.

Sat, May 30

Jannik Sinner struggles with dizziness in French Open loss

The top-ranked Sinner was beaten by 56th-ranked Juan Manuel Cerundolo 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1 after wasting two chances to serve for the match.

Fri, May 29

Former tennis star Jelena Dokic speaks on wellbeing in sport

The former world No. 4 is in New Zealand for the National Sport and Recreation Integrity Wānanga, where she will share how the game carried her through years of family violence.

Mon, Mar 16

Kiwi Lulu Sun eclipsed in first round of Australian Open

Sun lost in straight sets to Czech qualifier Linda Fruhvirtova in Melbourne.

Tue, Jan 20

Tennis fan bats away explanation for Croatian shirt incident

Spectator says multiple fans from different countries were told to cover national shirts, disputing organisers’ account of one overzealous security guard.

Thu, Jan 8

Djokovic's French Open loss to teenager ensures new men's winner

There will be a new men’s champion at the French Open after Novak Djokovic followed Jannik Sinner out of Roland Garros in a five-set stunner today.

Sat, May 30

Jannik Sinner struggles with dizziness in French Open loss

The top-ranked Sinner was beaten by 56th-ranked Juan Manuel Cerundolo 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1 after wasting two chances to serve for the match.

Fri, May 29

Former tennis star Jelena Dokic speaks on wellbeing in sport

The former world No. 4 is in New Zealand for the National Sport and Recreation Integrity Wānanga, where she will share how the game carried her through years of family violence.

Mon, Mar 16

Djokovic's French Open loss to teenager ensures new men's winner

There will be a new men’s champion at the French Open after Novak Djokovic followed Jannik Sinner out of Roland Garros in a five-set stunner today.

Sat, May 30

Kiwi Lulu Sun eclipsed in first round of Australian Open

Sun lost in straight sets to Czech qualifier Linda Fruhvirtova in Melbourne.

Tue, Jan 20

Tennis fan bats away explanation for Croatian shirt incident

Spectator says multiple fans from different countries were told to cover national shirts, disputing organisers’ account of one overzealous security guard.

Thu, Jan 8

Djokovic's French Open loss to teenager ensures new men's winner

There will be a new men’s champion at the French Open after Novak Djokovic followed Jannik Sinner out of Roland Garros in a five-set stunner today.

Sat, May 30

Jannik Sinner struggles with dizziness in French Open loss

The top-ranked Sinner was beaten by 56th-ranked Juan Manuel Cerundolo 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1 after wasting two chances to serve for the match.

Fri, May 29

Former tennis star Jelena Dokic speaks on wellbeing in sport

The former world No. 4 is in New Zealand for the National Sport and Recreation Integrity Wānanga, where she will share how the game carried her through years of family violence.

Mon, Mar 16

Kiwi Lulu Sun eclipsed in first round of Australian Open

Sun lost in straight sets to Czech qualifier Linda Fruhvirtova in Melbourne.

Tue, Jan 20

Tennis fan bats away explanation for Croatian shirt incident

Spectator says multiple fans from different countries were told to cover national shirts, disputing organisers’ account of one overzealous security guard.

Thu, Jan 8

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