Kelly Slater, Ash Barty and Michael Pena named New Zealand Open ambassadors
“I’ve been fortunate to compete in some of the most iconic locations around the world, and Queenstown sits…
New Zealand Open field boosted as Kevin Na, Nick Watney, Kyle Stanley join
Watney echoed those sentiments, excited by the setting and the chance to test his game in New Zealand.…
Black Caps v Afghanistan result: Tim Seifert heroics fire New Zealand to victory in T20 World Cup opener
While attention was focused firmly on Seifert’s opening partner Finn Allen, New Zealand’s wicketkeeper showed incredible composure in…
Twenty20 World Cup: Pakistan to boycott India group match
The World Cup runs from February 7 to March 8, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka and featuring…
Tournament of Champions: Lydia Ko and Lottie Woad share lead at LPGA season opener after round two
“I don’t know what I was expecting, but I saw a lot of good and I think I…
Whangamatā children hike 3km over hills to go around slips to reach Rotorua touch tournament
But without them, the under-14 boys’ representative team, at least, would have had to pull out. Whangamatā children…
Rangitoto College win Australian schools volleyball tournament
Rangitoto avenged their earlier defeats by beating Nudgee 3-0 in the semi-finals, then Lake Ginninderra 3-1 after dropping…
ASB Classic: Ben Shelton on 2026 Australian Open prospects, Trinity Rodman support
“It’s a little bit windy, the conditions here, which is great to start your year,” he said. “You…
ASB Classic: Stan Wawrinka out of Auckland ATP event, Roberto Bautista Agut gets wildcard
“I checked with his agent [on Friday night] and there was no change. But I got a phone…
Tennis Kenya admits controversial Hajar Abdelkader wildcard was a mistake
“At the time, Ms Abdelkader was the only other player who had requested a wildcard”, the federation added,…
Hotel shortage sees Whangārei miss out on $5m hockey tournament
But the Vantage Black Sticks Tri-Series was now being split between the North and South Islands, with the…
My Secret Auckland: ASB Classic tournament director Nicolas Lamperin shares his favourite spots in the city
Bistro in St Heliers is my go-to for brunch. It has a relaxed, neighbourhood feel but with consistently…