Valerie Adams wants Russia banned from track and field at the Rio Olympics.

Married on Saturday, back in the gym on Monday: Valerie Adams knows every day counts in her build-up to Rio.

Athletes in favour of a flag change may be able to use the failed alternative at the Rio Olympics.

High performance boss Scott Goodman yesterday described New Zealand's collective performance at the world indoor athletics championships as "perfect".

Kiwi had gold in his sights before being run down to finish third in the 1500m final.

It's not a medal she's particularly used to, but Valerie Adams is taking the positives out of her bronze medal in the world indoor championships shot put.

Shot putter Tom Walsh heaved his way into New Zealand sporting history in Portland, Oregon.

Two years ago, Tom Walsh propelled himself on to the international shot put scene with a last round effort of 21.26m at the world indoor championships in Poland.