Kiwi stuns to claim world steeplechase gold
Kiwi Geordie Beamish stuns to claim world steeplechase gold
New Zealand’s Geordie Beamish has beaten Morocco's Soufiane El Bakkali to claim a stunning world gold in the 3000 metres steeplechase.
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France player appealing ban for biting
France player appealing ban for biting
France flanker Axelle Berthoumieu admitted biting Ireland's Aoife Wafer in their Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal but has appealed her 12-match suspension.
Steel defender named in Silver Ferns squad
Steel defender named in Silver Ferns squad
Southern Steel defender Carys Stythe is in line to make her international debut after being named in the Silver Ferns squad to face South Africa.
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Otago men unable to capitalise on chances
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Otago men unable to capitalise on chances
Otago had their chances but could not find a way to score to make it two straight wins at the National Hockey Championship in Christchurch.
Kings of Otago
Kings of Otago
An excellent rugby season for King’s High School was recognised when no fewer than four of their students were named in national squads last week.
Pirates take women’s C grade championship title fight to wire
Pirates take women’s C grade championship title fight to wire
Kawaroa Park and Ashhurst Pohangina won the titles at the New Zealand C grade championships at the Otago Squash Club at the weekend.
Gaze content with 12th
Gaze content with 12th
Cambridge professional Sam Gaze produced a remarkable ride to pass more than 50 riders and finish 12th in the elite men’s cross-country on the final day of the UCI world championships in...
England coast, France scramble to reach last four
England coast, France scramble to reach last four
England swamped Scotland and France edged Ireland yesterday to set up another another Women’s Rugby World Cup semifinal.
Casual terms agreed
Casual terms agreed
Finn Allen, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Tim Seifert and Kane Williamson have agreed terms to play on New Zealand Cricket international casual playing agreements for the 2025-26 season.
Runner becomes youngest woman to conquer Naseby race
Runner becomes youngest woman to conquer Naseby race
Christchurch runner Charli Watts, 21, has become the only woman aged under 30 to complete the 322km Naseby 200 Miler.
Former world boxing champ Ricky Hatton dies
Former world boxing champ Ricky Hatton dies
British boxing great Ricky Hatton, a former two-division world champion, has died at the age of 46, the World Boxing Association has confirmed.
Jamaica back on top as Seville, Thompson lead way
Jamaica back on top as Seville, Thompson lead way
It was just like old times in Tokyo this morning.
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Whalers smash Eels in record win
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Whalers smash Eels in record win
Talented centres Ngatokotoru Mateariki and Sailusi Temaka put the Aoraki Eels to the sword as the Otago Whalers began their season in style yesterday.
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Debutant perseveres to beat wind, claim victory
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Debutant perseveres to beat wind, claim victory
Dan Hayman has joined a select group of runners around the world to win a marathon on debut.
Fergus focused this time
Fergus focused this time
It was redemption of sorts for Canterbury’s Clara Fergus when she won the women’s section of the half-marathon in a smart 1hr 21min 53sec.
Wind blows Old Golds to convincing comeback victory
Wind blows Old Golds to convincing comeback victory
It is amazing what can happen when you get the wind behind you.
'We just had no response': Wilson questions ABs after loss
'We just had no response': Wilson questions ABs after loss
Former All Black Jeff Wilson says Saturday's record-defeat against the Springboks reminded him of the 1999 Rugby World Cup semifinal loss to France.
Black Ferns tackle midfield problem
Black Ferns tackle midfield problem
Defending champion Black Ferns are facing a midfield injury crisis five days out from their World Cup semi-final against Canada, with an unnamed player flying to England as cover.
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Otago men start championship quest with victory
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Otago men start championship quest with victory
The Otago men opened their national championship campaign with a solid 4-2 win over Wellington in Christchurch yesterday.
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Strong finish marks end to campaign
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Strong finish marks end to campaign
Dunedin United wrapped up their national campaign with a positive win.