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    Lawson hints at F1 move

    Liam Lawson racing in the Dutch Grand Prix last week. Photo: Reuters

    Lawson hints at F1 move

    New Zealand driver Liam Lawson has hinted that his Formula 1 future may not be with Red Bull.

    Anisimova upsets Swiatek at US Open

    Amanda Anisimova celebrates after knocking out the second seed at the US Open. Photo: Reuters

    Anisimova upsets Swiatek at US Open

    Amanda Anisimova executed a stunning upset over second seed Iga Swiatek at the US Open, gaining sweet revenge after falling flat in the Wimbledon final.

    Robinson thrilled to win national giant slalom title

    Queenstown ski racer Alice Robinson in action on The Hurdle on Tuesday. PHOTO: SEAN BEALE/SNOW...

    Robinson thrilled to win national giant slalom title

    Queenstown ski racing star Alice Robinson has been crowned the 2025 New Zealand giant slalom champion on home snow at Coronet Peak for the third year in a row.

    Ekenasio happy to be back home at Pulse

    Photo: ODT files

    Ekenasio happy to be back home at Pulse

    Ameliaranne Ekenasio is heading home.

    Trainer upbeat about Tuxedo’s prospects

    Photo: File photo

    Trainer upbeat about Tuxedo’s prospects

    Group 2 winner Tuxedo will test his talent at weight-for-age for the first time when he heads to Ellerslie on Saturday to contest the group 1 Proisir Plate (1400m).

    Track query for Bakhita in NZ debut

    Track query for Bakhita in NZ debut

    A new member will join the South Island’s racing ranks tomorrow, Deep Field mare Bakhita set to make her New Zealand debut in the rating 65 Property Brokers-Ray Kean (1200m) at Wingatui.

    Injury forces change for Otago against Northland

    Otago coach Mark Brown at a training session earlier this year. Photo: Peter McIntosh

    Injury forces change for Otago against Northland

    Otago have lost enforcer Saula Ma’u for the remainder of the season, which opens the door for Rohan Wingham to start at tighthead against Northland on Friday night.

    Alcaraz on track for showdown with Djokovic

    Carlos Alcaraz  is chasing his first hardcourt Grand Slam title since his 2022 triumph at the US...

    Alcaraz on track for showdown with Djokovic

    Former champion Carlos Alcaraz continued his imperious march at the US Open, staying on course for a potentially high-voltage showdown with 24-times Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic. 

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    Imperfect, unpredictable: just how we like it

    Burly Southland loose forward Semisi Tupou Ta’eiloa charges forward during a successful Ranfurly...

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    Imperfect, unpredictable: just how we like it

    We are midway through the NPC round-robin and competition for those final few playoff spots shapes as intense, rugby reporter Adrian Seconi writes.

    Swift overcomes flat tyre, rain in e-enduro

    George Swift rides to UCI e-enduro victory in the mountains of Valise, Switzerland, yesterday....

    Swift overcomes flat tyre, rain in e-enduro

    Nelson rider George Swift set the New Zealand team abuzz, becoming the elite women’s e-enduro winner in the first event of the UCI mountain biking world championships in Switzerland yesterday.

    ‘Achieved so much’: Dennis brother dies

    The Dennis brothers (from left) Joe, Ray, Tony and Martin celebrate with the New Zealand One...

    ‘Achieved so much’: Dennis brother dies

    A member of one of New Zealand’s most successful racing families, Tony (Anthony) Dennis, has died aged 86.

    Steel farewell Temu

    Steel farewell Temu

    Summer Temu will not play for the Southern Steel in 2026.

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    Blue and gold opened eyes to Ferns dream

    Kelly Brazier, 15 years old at the time, trains with the Otago Spirit in 2005. PHOTO: CRAIG...

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    Blue and gold opened eyes to Ferns dream

    Kelly Brazier has broken the glass ceiling when it comes to rugby.

    McMillan gets an upgrade

    PHOTO: ODT FILES

    McMillan gets an upgrade

    Former Black Cap Craig McMillan has been appointed White Ferns assistant coach.

    Parker bout being finalised

    Joseph Parker. Photo: Getty Images

    Parker bout being finalised

    New Zealand heavyweight Joseph Parker is poised to sign a deal for his next fight, but it will not be with undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk.

    ABs tap Wayne Smith for 'gold nuggets'

    Wayne Smith. File photo

    ABs tap Wayne Smith for 'gold nuggets' as Springboks showdown looms

    The All Blacks are drawing on "gold nuggets" of wisdom from coaching guru Wayne Smith as they prepare for Saturday's clash against South Africa at Eden Park.

    Former Highlander Shane Christie farewelled

    Shane Christie in 2021. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    'Rest easy, our great mate': Former Highlander Shane Christie farewelled

    Former Highlander Shane Christie has been remembered as a courageous leader and a staunch advocate for rugby player welfare at his funeral service in Nelson today.

    Premier League clubs splash nearly $7b in record transfer window

    Alexander Isak's move from Newcastle to Liverpool set a new British transfer record. File photo:...

    Premier League clubs splash nearly $7b in record transfer window

    Alexander Isak's British record 125 million pounds (NZ$286.7 million) move from Newcastle United to Liverpool completed an eye-watering summer of English Premier League spending.

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    Camaraderie sticks in McKenzie’s mind

    (clockwise from top left) Otago Spirit prop Margaret McKenzie in England at the 2025 Rugby World...

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    Camaraderie sticks in McKenzie’s mind

    Margaret McKenzie's name is synonymous with the Otago Spirit. Kayla Hodge hears her memories.

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    Porter chuffed rugby now a gender-blind career option

    Hannah Porter. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Porter chuffed rugby now a gender-blind career option

    Hannah Porter has seen the growth in women’s rugby more than most.
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