Christopher Reive is a Specialist Multimedia Sports Journalist for New Zealand’s Herald. Covering the world of sport is his definition of living the dream.
I’m Christopher Reive and I have been a journalist since 2015. During my high school years, it became clear I should pursue a career that required me to write; being able to construct a decent essay, and not being all that good at a whole lot else. The opportunities and excitement journalism presented made it the clear path for me to follow. I got my start in the game in 2011 volunteering with entertainment magazine Rip It Up while I was in my first year of completing a BA at the University of Waikato, and went on to complete a post-graduate diploma in journalism at Wintec. My first full-time journalism job was as a general reporter with my hometown paper, the Taranaki Daily News, in 2015. I quickly jumped at an opportunity to move to the sports desk in early 2016, before joining the Herald sport team in Auckland in 2017. An avid fan of most sports, I have never wanted to pigeonhole myself as a sport-specific writer, and I have been fortunate to cover a wide range of codes since joining the Herald. For me, the opportunity to tell the stories of our country’s top athletes and teams will always be a privilege. I’ve covered some of the country’s biggest sporting moments in the past five years, from being cage-side to report on UFC championship victories to the Olympics Games; the America’s Cup to international rugby and league fixtures. Covering the world of sport, for me, is the definition of living the dream and getting to know the personalities behind the performances is a special, special thing.
‘Lip service’: Tuipulotu’s blunt reflection on Blues' loss to Chiefs
'The Chiefs, they played the physical game tonight and we didn’t really fire back.'
Watch: Streaker stops play in Chiefs' win over Blues
The streaker was one of several fans who tried to get a closer look at the on-field action
Chiefs stymie Blues in grand final rematch
The Chiefs kept the Blues scoreless in the second half on their way to the win.
The surprising injury count ahead of round one of the Super Rugby season
'The great thing about injuries is that it opens the door for somebody else.'
Ranked: New Zealand’s top 100 Super Rugby Pacific players
In an exercise that involved many drafts, we rank the top 100 NZ men's rugby players.
Fantasy Super Rugby: Who to pick and who to avoid in week one
OPINION: The opening round of the campaign has been a bit tougher than expected.
Super Bowl LIX: Philadelphia Eagles beat Kansas City Chiefs
All the action from Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans.
Black Foils improve but equal worst-ever SailGP finish
It matched their mark from last season’s event in France where they missed two races.
Israel Adesanya earns spot in UFC Hall of Fame
An iconic moment in Adesanya's career has earned him his spot in the Hall of Fame.
SailGP notches new record for penalty points in Sydney
Three teams combined for the biggest loss of points in SailGP history.
‘Struggling to find our groove’: Black Foils make horror start to SailGP Sydney
The New Zealand team are now at risk of the event being their worst ever.
Watch: SailGP team capsize in Sydney, ruled out of event
It's the second time in as many seasons the US team have capsized their F50.
‘I’m where I should be': Kiwi heavyweight looks to resume rise in UFC return
'I’ve been wanting a bloody war for a while. That’s what my heart desires'
Why Caleb Clarke isn’t in Fantasy Super Rugby Pacific
A week out from the start of the season, Fantasy Super Rugby Pacific has finally arrived.
Burling on shared intel between Black Foils and ABs; open to Liam Lawson rematch
The NZ driver on crossover with All Blacks and why he wants a rematch against Liam Lawson.
‘Think about things’: Adesanya addresses future after knockout loss
'I was going to do that anyway but now I’m forced to – shout-out to Nassourdine for that.'
‘He got caught’: Adesanya knocked out in UFC return
Adesanya started strong before falling to his third loss in a row.
Channel 2019: Rival’s challenge for Adesanya ahead of Saudi Arabia bout
Imavov: 'He's still very good ... I expect the best Adesanya to come into this fight.'
Injury rules Breakers star out for rest of NBL season
The injury occurred during the team's loss to Brisbane last week.
Why Adesanya went back to ‘time that existed before’ in UFC return
It's just the fourth time in 18 UFC bouts that Adesanya hasn't been on a pay-per-view.
'I hear the fans': Breakers owner on local talent and trying to get Kiwi core
'Trying to find some more Kiwis to come back and be that local core will be great for us.'
Mea Motu falls in unanimous decision defeat to Ellie Scotney in world title fight
All three judges sided against the Kiwi in Nottingham.
Sadowski-Synnott makes history; Harrington goes from alternate to X Games gold
The Kiwi duo made it a golden day on the slopes of Aspen.
Sir Ben Ainslie warns of ‘legal and practical obstacles’ after Am Cup bombshell
Ainslie's team was 'astounded' to see the Ineos' announcement about parting ways.
What Dan Hooker wants to prove in highlight reel UFC match-up
'That’s the question people ask ... does he have that championship calibre skill level?'
SailGP sailor cleared of serious injury after Auckland incident led to hospital visit
The team was forced to withdraw from the second day of racing after the injury occurred.
‘I’m attaining my peace': Adesanya reveals renewed UFC outlook
'I’m going to have fun – more than I have in a long time.'
The diamonds Black Foils will take from Auckland disappointment
'Just seeing the rate of improvement is absolutely amazing,' Burling said.
Burling laments equipment issues as Australia sail to SailGP victory in Auckland
The form team of the weekend ended the regatta with the title in their grasp.
SailGP Auckland recap: Black Foils miss out on Auckland final
All the action from day two of SailGP's Auckland debut
Coutts reveals talks over long-term hosting agreement in Auckland
'We wanted to try Auckland and see if it worked. It clearly has.'
Rivalry reignites as familiar Burling and Tuke foe joins SailGP fleet
They've meet at the Olympics and America's Cup, now the rivalry resumes in SailGP.
‘That saved us’: What the Black Foils learned from day one in Auckland
New Zealand team remain in the hunt after a slow start at SailGP Auckland.
Black Foils save best for last on tricky day at SailGP Auckland
Home team fourth on the leaderboard after opening day of event.
SailGP Auckland recap: Black Foils claim victory in final race
All the action from the opening day of SailGP’s Auckland debut.
The call that led Kiwi to join Jimmy Spithill’s SailGP team
'The pitch was, basically, just come down, hang out, give it a go.'
‘Could be the best ever’: All you need to know ahead of SailGP Auckland
All you need to know ahead of SailGP’s Auckland debut.
‘Lucky no one was hurt’: SailGP team’s close call ahead of Auckland event
The NZ flight controller put the incident down to hitting 'something small in the water'.
Team ruled out of SailGP Auckland due to issue with new boat
France were expected to make their season debut at the Auckland regatta.
The great equaliser?: What data shows about key change in SailGP’s Auckland debut
'The scattering of where people had things set is still huge'
Why Kiwi switched from SailGP champions to cellar dwellers
Dodson is the only Kiwi athlete to have hoisted the SailGP championship.
‘A lot to get right’: SailGP trials major change ahead of Auckland debut
The new format could have a big impact on future racing, but won't be used this weekend.
Revealed: How much Auckland has committed to hosting SailGP regatta
The event is forecast to bring a multimillion-dollar boost to the city.
‘It is what it is’: Kiwi reflects on having to sit out SailGP opener
'You need to speak a lot less now because everyone knows their role.'
'Keeps things fun': Why Whittaker is training with long-time rival Adesanya
'There is no way I thought we'd be here breaking bread, but here we are.'
‘Significant undertaking’: Coutts on task of getting full SailGP fleet ready for Auckland
'It’s a pretty significant rebuild and pretty significant modification,' Coutts said.
‘New year, new friends’: Adesanya’s familiar new training partner
Adesanya will return to the UFC octagon early next month in Saudi Arabia.
SailGP Auckland tipped to bring multimillion-dollar boost to city
Next weekend's regatta will be the competition's debut in Auckland.
ASB Classic: Gael Monfils claims Auckland title
Gael Monfils beat Zizou Bergs in straight sets in Auckland.
Sydney UFC return booked for City Kickboxing fighter
'That’s what we do, right? We try to hurt each other as early as we can.'
Coutts' advice for young sailors ahead of SailGP’s NZ return
'At the end of the day, kids want to have fun.'
David Nyika knocked out in bid to claim world title
All the action from the transtasman cruiserweight clash
UFC star on career resurgence, sparring IShowSpeed, and Conor McGregor
'The key to this is to just stay patient and not do anything dumb, really.'
ASB Classic final: Osaka forced to retire after winning first set
All the action from the final of the women’s ASB Classic.
'It all worked out': How stop in Auckland shaped MLB pitcher's future
Five years on from playing in NZ, Jared Koenig has made a name for himself in MLB.
17-year-old phenom claims darts world championship
Luke Littler was impressive in a 7-3 win over a three-time world champion.
‘You want close racing’: Sir Russell Coutts on potential for future SailGP athlete draft
SailGP introduced athlete transfers during the off-season which saw two Kiwis on the move.
‘Something quite unique’: Why UFC newcomer brought camp to NZ ahead of debut
'They know how to make a champion. That comes from the culture to begin with.'
Live updates: Usyk takes victory over Fury by unanimous decision
All the action from the second heavyweight title clash.
‘I don’t see it the same way’: Sir Russell Coutts on SailGP finding its place and co-existing with AmCup
Now in its fifth season, SailGP has made its mark on the global sporting scene.
Auckland FC's unbeaten start continues against Melbourne City
Two moments the goalkeepers would like to have back decided things in Melbourne.
Stirling makes successful UFC debut
New Zealand's newest UFC athlete looked comfortable in his debut win.
Adesanya’s UFC return confirmed for February in Saudi Arabia
It will be the first time in almost six years Adesanya has fought in a non-title bout.
London calling: Why UFC's return Downunder didn't fit Ulberg's timeline
'He’s a legend in the game, so in his territory is the one to go for.'
The conversation that laid plans for NZ's newest UFC athlete
After thoughts of taking his career abroad were scrapped, Navajo Stirling took a new path.
Ulberg books UFC return against first man to beat Adesanya
Carlos Ulberg’s road to UFC title contention goes through London.
'I'm not a matchmaker': UFC champ open to Kiwi's challenge - if UFC wants it
The two shared the cage in 2016, with the reigning champion winning an exhibition bout.
'It's really open': Mackay on SailGP's milestone camp and why the future looks exciting
'I really want to just keep pushing for more, for more women to have those opportunities.'
Ben Ainslie explains explicit dig at Kiwi AmCup commentator
Looking to tap into a siege mentality in his team, he saw his opportunity and took it.
Major MMA promotion exploring expansion Downunder
The promotion is considering a venture Downunder towards the end of 2025
SailGP set for shake-up ahead of NZ return
'All the information is out there now and we’re going to just dive in'
'Not ideal in my line of work': Fox reflects on injury and lessons from rocky PGA Tour season
Ryan Fox on PGA Tour struggles and the key conversations in righting the ship.
'A different kind of human': NZ kickboxing legend on growth and tournament tests
'When I was coming up in the rankings, we weren’t even on TV'
'What handcuffs it': Jimmy Spithill's biggest America's Cup frustration
Spithill announced his retirement, but hasn't ruled out returning in a different role.
'Going to be king': Ulberg turns attention to UFC title run
'I'm getting better at this and I feel like the sky's the limit for me.'
Timeline set on confirmation of next America's Cup venue
The Defender and Challenger of Record have started the clock in the search for a venue.
'That was epic': Black Foils start new SailGP season on top
The Black Foils have set the benchmark for the new SailGP season.
All Blacks player ratings: Who stood out in forgettable test?
How the players rated in the All Blacks’ 29-11 win over Italy in Turin.
Black Foils make strong start to SailGP season
The Black Foils navigated the light conditions well to open the season in Dubai.