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…
Global Youth Sevens: Kiwi teams give New Zealand rugby something to smile about
It was enough of a statement to prompt a major rethink about the balance of power in transtasman…
Northland outgun Poverty Bay at ND Under-19 cricket tournament
Campbell Soanes took 3-19 off 6.3 overs for Northland. Opener Tommy Litchfield put several of the Poverty Bay…
All Whites to play four-team tournament in March 2026 in Auckland, ahead of Fifa World Cup
The arrangement is a fillip for New Zealand Football, who have traditionally struggled to bring top nations to…
ASB Classic boss moves fast after Naomi Osaka’s unexpected change of plans
Lamperin declined to discuss the specifics of the contract and whether there was an exit or release clause…
Australian student expelled after playing in tennis tournament
Aarav’s days are taken up by school, training and homework, his mum told the programme. “I do homework…
Dan Hooker’s 1-minute scrap tournament winner Francis Waitai booked for regional title fight
“[If] you’ve got a 70kg boxer or fighter getting in and fighting a 120kg fighter, you’ve got a…
Te Arai Links announced as 2026 Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship host venue
“As well as providing an opportunity for our elite amateur golfers to compete with the best in the…
Gisborne students Ollie Egan and Francois Louw named in New Zealand Under-18 men’s indoor hockey team
Gisborne Boys’ High coach Wade Manson said he was “absolutely stoked” for both players. “It’s cool for them…