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.
'Best team ever': Team NZ defend America's Cup
One match point was all Team New Zealand needed to defend the Auld Mug.
'A glimpse of life': Will there be America's Cup racing today?
'I’m sure we’re going to have wind, but can we satisfy the wind limit?'
'Some amazing comebacks': Ainslie turns to history with Cup match slipping away
Sir Ben Ainslie was part of the most famous comeback in America's Cup history.
'Hugely satisfying': The variable Team NZ navigated to move to match point
'We had to see it before we fully believed it,' flight controller Andy Maloney said.
Match point to Team NZ after day of dominance
Team NZ rebounded with two big wins to be one away from retaining the America's Cup.
6-2, 5-3, or 4-4?: Crucial day looms in Cup campaign
At 4-2, the intrigue turns to what shapes up as a crucial day on the Mediterranean Sea.
Challenger's hopes for AmCup future and why NZ return would make it hard
'Let’s be frank. If it was in New Zealand, it would be much harder for us.'
Five key factors: How Britannia launched America's Cup comeback
Ineos Britannia won both races this morning to cut Team NZ's lead in half.
'That's life': The moment Team NZ helm knew their race was in trouble
'Sometimes you make mistakes and you learn from them. We won’t be making that one again.'
'Comeback is on': Britannia strikes back in America's Cup
Ineos Britannia won both races this morning to strike back in Cup match.
RNZYS enter Saudi performance partnership; no link to America's Cup future
'They can see why the event is here' – RNZYS vice-commodore on Kiwis in Barcelona.
How another Team NZ race win could impact Cup schedule
Another Team NZ race win will force the regatta director to make a decision.
Where Team NZ have gotten the better of Ineos Britannia
With NZ holding a big lead, Peter Burling has indicated one area of interest.
Greatest ever? Burling passes Spithill's America’s Cup record
Team NZ helmsman: 'It’s an incredible record to have.'
Team NZ pass halfway mark with fourth win in a row
Team NZ moved one win closer to defending the Auld Mug in the closest race so far.
How Team NZ exploited Ineos Britannia's 'comfort zone'
'It’s interesting to see how the rest of the America’s Cup unfolds in the pre-start box.'
'Never come back': Protesters march against AmCup in Barcelona
More than 1000 marched in opposition to the regatta being held in the city.
'A bit uncomfortable': Team NZ take 3-0 lead after near-collision
An uncomfortable moment in the starting box set up a strong day for Team NZ.
AmCup future blurry for Brits as billionaire backer yet to commit beyond Barcelona
Sir Ben Ainslie said his team would continue on regardless of the outcome.
'One of our best yet': Team NZ set the tone in crucial area
In their first race for a month, Team New Zealand were back like they never left.
Team NZ take two-race lead in America's Cup defence
Team New Zealand have started their America's Cup defence in fine form.
'Been watching closely': Two keys to deciding America's Cup match
The America's Cup match in Barcelona will begin on Sunday morning.
'We'll definitely be quicker': Team NZ lay down challenge ahead of Cup match
After four years of work, the final chapter of the 37th America's Cup will be written.
Why SailGP bought an ex-Team NZ America's Cup boat
After threatening to cut a team from the line-up, SailGP has changed tack.
Team NZ eliminated in semifinals of Women's America's Cup
The Kiwis did enough to make the semifinals, but couldn't progress further.
Team NZ at risk of missing semifinals in women's America's Cup
The pressure has shifted on to Team New Zealand in the women’s America’s Cup.
All you need to know ahead of the America's Cup match
Team NZ will return to match racing on Sunday morning, against Ineos Britannia.
How NZ helped shape Sir Ben Ainslie's America's Cup career
The Brit reflects on his America's Cup career and why Grant Dalton is 'like Marmite'.
Fox narrowly misses top 10 finish, makes progress to retaining PGA Tour card
The Kiwi golfer can sleep a little easier as the end of season approaches.
'Fastest boat I've ever had': Where Cup challenge went wrong for Luna Rossa
'We must acknowledge the fact that sailing has changed', the Luna Rossa chairman said.
'Hard to quantify': Team NZ's month of America's Cup enlightenment
Team New Zealand return to racing in the Cup match against Ineos Britannia next weekend.
Ryan Fox fires into top 10; Hillier continues strong St Andrews form
The golfer had a strong back nine, while Hillier leads a trio of Kiwis in Scotland.
Team NZ on the bubble after opening day of Women's America's Cup
Team NZ sit third after four of their pool's eight races.
'This will be it for me': Jimmy Spithill announces retirement
Jimmy Spithill retires after Luna Rossa's 7-4 defeat to Ineos Britannia in Barcelona.
Ineos Britannia eliminate Luna Rossa to book date with Team NZ
The Brits needed just one chance to seal their spot opposite Team NZ in the cup match.
Mikhailovich falls to TKO loss in title fight; Motu claims impressive win
Mikhailovich came up short in his world title bid, while Motu returned with a bang
'A double win': Why Team NZ helped Aussies ahead of Women's America's Cup
The Women's America's Cup is set to get under way this weekend.
Team NZ's one certainty ahead of America's Cup match
'We’re going to have a good challenger, one way or another,' Team NZ's port helm says.
'I'm almost safe': What Fox needs to do to retain PGA Tour card
Ryan Fox comes into his latest US run after a two-tournament return to Europe.
'Think we proved them wrong': British move to match point in Challenger Series
For the first time in the series, a team swept the day's racing – and at a crucial time.
'Would impede the growth': Why SailGP team replaced Kiwi driver
The Canadian team have replaced their Kiwi driver after two seasons.
Luna Rossa fight back to level series after nosedive
'These curveballs that keep coming our way, that’s when you see a champion team.'
'Gift that just keeps giving': Challenger Series final locked up again
'At some point, something will have to give, won’t it?'
Luna Rossa overcome damage to level challenger series final
The Louis Vuitton Cup final is locked at 2-2 after another day in strong conditions.
NZ-trained fighter falls in TKO loss in UFC return to Paris
French fighter Kevin Jousset fell in a TKO loss to American Bryan Battle.
'New for me': Black Fern learning to adapt on eve of WXV 1
New Zealand begin their campaign in Vancouver on Monday afternoon.
Clock runs out on British as racing abandoned due to low wind
Ineos Britannia could only watch as the clock ran out on the final leg of the race.
All Blacks finish on a high against Wallabies
The All Blacks held the Wallabies scoreless in the second half.
'Ready to introduce ourselves': Black Ferns set to welcome Ireland to WXV1
The two sides have met only twice previously, having won a game each.
'The perfect fight': UFC Paris provides full-circle moment for NZ-trained prospect
'If I get the win the way I think I can win, my career is going to explode.'
'Like racing a Ferrari on ice': Challenger series final tied early in top-end conditions
'This is going to be a fight ‘til the end. That’s what we want.'
Ulberg books biggest bout of UFC career (so far)
Ulberg could establish himself as a true title contender before the year is out
Why challenger series final will be more competitive than in Auckland
The British challenger has been the big improver through the challenger series so far.
Revealed: First look at grandstand set-up as SailGP prepares for Auckland debut
After a false start his year, SailGP will make its debut in Auckland in January.
Team NZ eliminated in group stage of Youth America's Cup
Kiwis needed a strong final race, but were chasing the rest of the fleet from the start.
Opinion: What we learned from challenger series semifinals
OPINION: Perhaps we’re in for more twists and turns this time around.
All Blacks cling on to retain Bledisloe Cup in thriller
Catch up on the action as the All Blacks beat the Wallabies in Sydney.
Kiwi Indycar driver reveals big change for 2025
After two seasons with Chip Ganassi Racing, the 2023 rookie of the year is moving on.
'Done his job': Why Kiwi UFC hopeful remains on radar despite loss
City Kickboxing coach Eugene Bareman said there had been good feedback after Tau’s bout
Team NZ's task becomes clearer as Challenger Series finalists found
Luna Rossa returned after their boat was damaged yesterday to eliminate American Magic.
'This is my destiny': Kiwi books boxing world title fight
Russian-born Kiwi will return to the ring in Sydney on October 4.
Ryan Fox adds 'another bit of Kiwi history' to famed golf club
The Kiwi returns to the BMW PGA Championship this week as the defending champion.
Another America's Cup challenger eliminated, Luna Rossa suffer damage
Ineos Britannia move into final of the challenger series with a 5-2 win over Alinghi.
'An absolute war': Kiwi beaten in quest for UFC contract
Aaron Tau finished strong, but a slow start to the bout ultimately cost him.
'I like this UFC stuff': Kiwi books debut a week after brutal KO win
Navajo Stirling has been granted his wish of a UFC debut before the end of 2024.
Mistakes cost Team NZ on first day of Youth America’s Cup
Young sailors have had a mixed day in tough conditions.
AmCup challengers avoid elimination in shortened day of sailing
Alinghi Red Bull Racing and American Magic live to fight another day.
Kiwi looking to welcome UFC 'back to the realm of Tūmatauenga'
The Kiwi mixed martial artist will fight for a UFC contract this week.
'Not dead yet': Do-or-die time as AmCup challengers reach match point
Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli and Ineos Britannia could wrap up their series within three days.
'They're relentless': Benchmark set for Black Ferns in loss to England
The New Zealand side fell in a 24-12 loss to England on Sunday morning.
'That's weather, right?' Ex-Cup sailor on conditions and reliability of forecasting
Jon Bilger spent 10 years managing the weather department with Alinghi.
Cup semifinal pressure goes on after top seeds' perfect start
The top seeds both ended the opening day of the semifinals 2-0 up.
'Struggled to breathe': America's Cup sailor breaks ribs in fall
The American Magic helmsman was injured on the penultimate day of the round-robins.
'A different side': Black Ferns set to hit England with new look at Twickenham
The Black Ferns will meet England in a one-off test at Twickenham on Sunday.
'Do a little bit of homework': Spithill snaps at journo
Luna Rossa helmsman and his crew will meet American Magic in the best-of-nine semifinals.
Decision made: Ineos Britannia select opponent to confirm Cup semifinals
As the top-ranked challenger in the round-robins, the British got to choose their opponent
Three big questions ahead of Louis Vuitton Cup semifinals
OPINION: There is plenty of intrigue surrounding the teams ahead of the next round.
New format and Sunday footy feature in Super Rugby changes for 2025
Super Rugby Pacific will shift to a six-team playoff format next season.