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Clareburt can't end long Kiwi drought in the pool
New Zealand’s long wait for an Olympic swimming medal is set to go on.

While you were sleeping day two: Kiwis short of medals again
All the action from overnight at the Paris Olympics.

Antoine the Great: How Dupont inspired French sevens success
This final will go down in Olympic history as one of those unique moments.

Fairweather all but forgotten in 'race the world is watching'
The Kiwi wasn't out of place in the 400 free final but almost an afterthought to her foes.

Backlash after Olympics ceremony drag queens parody The Last Supper
Right-wing politicians and Elon Musk are among critics of the scene.

Swift but insufficient: NZ Football speaks out after Canada penalised
New Zealand Football responds to drone scandal with disappointment.

Olympics While You Were Sleeping: Rowers start strong, Fairweather misses bronze
All the action you may have missed from day one of the Paris Olympics 2024.

First look: Athletes’ condoms tell users to ensure they have consent
Packaging urges consent and reminds competitors of dangers of STDs.

Canada hit with six-point deduction over spying scandal
Canada have lost the points they won against New Zealand.

Shock and shame as Canadian fans react to spying scandal
Canadian fans in Paris have reacted with shock and disappointment to Drone gate

South Korea upset by awkward opening ceremony blunder
They have demanded assurances from organisers the mistake will not happen again.

Michael Burgess: Behind the scenes of Dronegate as it takes Paris by storm
OPINION: 'It's hard to remember anything as bizarre as Dronegate'.

'I've got something people want': Why Olympians are joining OnlyFans
Posting provocative photos online has become an acceptable – and profitable – side hustle.

Michael Burgess: Why Kiwis need to temper their expectations for Paris
OPINION: As much as we are striving to achieve, there is a limit for such a small nation.

Olympics 2024: New Zealand's best medal chances on day one
All you need to know ahead of today's Olympic action

Olympic flag accidentally raised upside down at opening ceremony
An unapologetically French ceremony included one notable gaffe, which viewers spotted.

Bienvenue à Paris: The Olympic Games begin in soggy but spectacular style
After an aggressively French celebration, the 33rd Olympiad is officially under way.

The miracle of 1984: How Los Angeles saved the dying Olympics
How one man transformed the Games from an unwanted burden to a coveted behemoth.

Can a Kiwi make a splash in swimming’s race of the century?
Erika Fairweather is a medal chance in one of the most highly anticipated Olympic events.

Canadian football legend speaks out over drone spying scandal
The FIFA all-time leading goal scorer speaks out after Canada defeated New Zealand.

The Opening Ceremony from NZ-themed bar in Paris
NZ Herald takes you along to experience the opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics 2024 from a Kiwi-themed bar in Paris. Video / NZ Herald

Lulu Sun: Olympic dreams and lessons from Wimbledon
The Te Anau-born Sun is in a new orbit, since her incredible Wimbledon run.

Editorial: Olympic storylines ignite sporting passions
OPINION: Olympic values resonate deeply with the Kiwi public.

Former Olympic athletes, parents share Olympic fever for Paris 2024
"I can remember him saying to me ‘I want to go to the Olympics one day’."

ABs’ early exit from Olympics Sevens highlights absurdity of games schedule
Throwing a few sports out would allow the most worthy to be run within the 16-day window.

How to feed 15,000 Olympians in Paris? Start with baguettes
New York Times: From baguettes to fine dining - Paris Olympics elevates athlete meals.

Another Olympic equestrian accused of horse abuse on eve of opening ceremony
Austrian medal contender Max Kuehner is at the centre of fresh allegations.