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Discipline issues: Why the Black Ferns fell short of defending their title

New Zealand conceded 53 penalties, more than any semifinal rival.

From dominance to legacy: England stamp authority on women’s rugby

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe bowed out in tears after her 50th international try.

'Pretty speechless': Black Ferns star caps off big year with World Rugby award

A big year for Braxton Sorensen-McGee was not without one final crescendo.

England claim Women's Rugby World Cup title

Alex Matthews scored twice, repeating her role in England's 2014 triumph.

Discipline issues: Why the Black Ferns fell short of defending their title

New Zealand conceded 53 penalties, more than any semifinal rival.

Gregor Paul: Why Rugby Championship is true test of All Blacks' strength

The All Blacks have won the Rugby Championship nine times since 2012.

From dominance to legacy: England stamp authority on women’s rugby

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe bowed out in tears after her 50th international try.

Gregor Paul: The All Blacks' soft spot exposed by Wallabies

ANALYSIS: The warning signs were perhaps missed when the ABs beat the Springboks.

Warriors reserves crowned NSW Cup champions

They will now face the Burleigh Bears in next week's State championship final.

Rookie Warriors sensation named finalist for two NRL Dally M awards

Erin Clark is also a finalist for Lock of the Year.

Warriors cult hero reveals future plans as his time at club nears end

While he's sad to be leaving, 29-year-old Bunty Afoa isn’t thinking about retirement.

'Heaviest sanction ever': Roosters star slapped with major club punishment amid Smith drug charges

Victor Radley has been hit with a 10-game ban and $30,000 fine.

Mick On Monday: The forgotten jockey too good to be ignored

An unheralded jockey is back from career-threatening injuries to shock the premiership.

Marsh’s magic run continues as he pulls carpet out from under punters

Magic Carpet causes an upset in the Guineas at Te Rapa.

Waitak wonderful as he adds another Group 1 to black type tally

The Proisir gelding stormed home to relegate La Crique to another runners-up finish.

Horrific Riccarton incident tempers celebrations over jockey's milestone

Kylie Williams achieves rare feat in feature race marred by five-horse fall.

McCausland-Durie backs Nweke’s plea for Dame Noeline's Silver Ferns coaching return

Grace Nweke threw her support behind Dame Noeline Taurua's return to face Australia.

Silver Ferns hit last-second goal to secure Taini Jamison Trophy sweep

New Zealand trailed by as many as nine goals in the third test in Invercargill.

Silver Ferns secure Taini Jamison Trophy

Grace Nweke starred with 60 goals to steer New Zealand to victory.

Silver Ferns ease to victory in Taini Jamison opener

No Dame Noeline Taurua, no problem for the Silver Ferns.

'Bulletproof rhythm': Kiwi pair crowned world champions in Shanghai

Ben Taylor and Oliver Welch beat the Romania pair by five seconds in the final.

Kiwi rowers take on new mixed events at World Championships in Shanghai

For the first time mixed crews will race at the World Championships in Shanghai.

87yo to row Tauranga Harbour in tribute to son’s Atlantic feat

The journey honours his late son Phil, a record-setting transatlantic rower.

'Integrity, fairness, consistency': School Sport NZ proposes Year 14 student ban

Debate comes to a head after recent issues in rowing, rugby, mountain-bike competitions.

'Champion of grassroots racing': Speedway community mourns death of 'Moon Goon'

Alan Luoni's involvement in speedway spanned more than four decades.

Christian Horner's $184m payout to leave Red Bull

Christian Horner had five and a half years left on his Red Bull contract.

Alex Powell: Dominoes falling as Lawson fights Tsunoda for F1 future

OPINION: What we learned from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Lawson claims career-best F1 result despite missing podium in Baku

The Kiwi defended admirably over the 51 laps of the Azerbaijan circuit.

‘It wouldn’t have worked’: Why Vettori didn’t want to coach Black Caps

The former New Zealand captain was sounded out to replace Gary Stead, but said no.

Ravindra poised to join cricket's elite as Kiwi summer begins against Australia

The 25-year-old Black Cap has been tipped to become one of the game's modern greats.

'One of cricket’s most beloved figures': Tributes flow for Dickie Bird

He umpired 66 Tests and three World Cup finals across a 23-year career.

Santner loses fitness race to face Australia, new captain for T20 series

The white-ball skipper will miss the start of the Kiwi summer with a sports hernia.

Former national champion tennis player dies in Auckland aged 94

Judith Tinnock won four tennis singles titles and was the sister of an All Black

'It doesn’t feel great': Serena Williams criticises hotel decor choice

The tennis star questioned a New York hotel's display of a cotton plant.

Former world No 1 to return to ASB Classic, in big coup for Auckland tournament

The four-time grand slam champion has risen to No 14 after impressive results.

Rising star and youngest player in WTA top 50 to play 2026 ASB Classic

Her presence will continue the trend of emerging global talent coming to Auckland.

Gregor Paul: Why Rugby Championship is true test of All Blacks' strength

The All Blacks have won the Rugby Championship nine times since 2012.

Gregor Paul: The All Blacks' soft spot exposed by Wallabies

ANALYSIS: The warning signs were perhaps missed when the ABs beat the Springboks.

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt frustrated with refereeing 'inconsistencies'

His work with Australia – a notoriously difficult assignment – has solidified his status.

Most encouraging sign for All Blacks at Eden Park - Phil Gifford

ANALYSIS: Perth test may be an even better yardstick to measure the side's progression.

Ravindra poised to join cricket's elite as Kiwi summer begins against Australia

The 25-year-old Black Cap has been tipped to become one of the game's modern greats.

Silver Ferns hit last-second goal to secure Taini Jamison Trophy sweep

New Zealand trailed by as many as nine goals in the third test in Invercargill.

Watch: Ulberg makes statement as Kiwis go unbeaten at UFC Perth

With a jab and two heavy right hands, Carlos Ulberg put himself in UFC title contention.

Warriors reserves crowned NSW Cup champions

They will now face the Burleigh Bears in next week's State championship final.

Rookie Warriors sensation named finalist for two NRL Dally M awards

Erin Clark is also a finalist for Lock of the Year.

All Blacks duo ruled out of Perth rematch against Wallabies

Damian McKenzie will be handed the reins as injuries hit the squad for the Perth rematch.

'Pretty speechless': Black Ferns star caps off big year with World Rugby award

A big year for Braxton Sorensen-McGee was not without one final crescendo.

Europe take commanding Ryder Cup lead as abusive fans see tensions rise

Rory McIlroy waited several times to play as American fans shouted.