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Toulon-bound Ribbans accepts end of England road ?for now'

The 28-year-old has signed a three-year deal with the Top 14 club, making him unavailable for England selection under RFU eligibility rules.

F1: Former McLaren race member Bob McMurray weighs in on Liam Lawson and Daniel Ricciardo future at AlphaTauri

Reports say Daniel Ricciardo is set to take back Liam Lawson's AlphaTauri seat.

Lawson in the dark over F1 place with AlphaTauri poised to confirm 2024 pairing

Newshub understands an announcement is imminent as to who will drive for Red Bull's sister team next year.

'Our strongest team': All Blacks give 'few bodies coming back' update

There is no mistaking the bye week for a rest week with the nature of the upcoming schedule keeping the New Zealand camp very much on their toes.

Silver Ferns frustrated by second-string England squad sent for Taini Jamison Trophy

The Silver Ferns confess they're disappointed to be denied a shot at revenge against the side that tipped them up in the World Cup semi-finals.

Sheffield United Women devastated by sudden death of 27yo captain Maddy Cusack

Rugby World Cup: The five best matches this weekend and why you should be watching

Quarter-final spots, fiery coaches and former All Blacks make for top viewing this weekend

Lawson "wouldn't be happy to go back" to F1 2024 reserve role

AlphaTauri stand-in Liam Lawson has said he "wouldn't be happy to go back" to a Red Bull reserve role ahead of his last chance to claim a 2024 Formula 1 seat.

This Rare 1969 Yamaha TR2 Homologation Racer Is Looking For A New Home

It's located in San Diego, California and sold on a bill of sale only.

Warriors v Broncos: Large numbers of Kiwis make trip across the Tasman

The Warriors won’t lack for support on Saturday night.

Warriors v Broncos kickoff time, how to watch in NZ, live streaming, teams, odds

The Warriors are in a preliminary final for the fifth time in the club’s history.

Return of the Ferns

Football, netball, cricket and rugby - it's all on for Kiwi women's sports teams across the globe this weekend. Merryn Anderson gives the lowdown on all the Ferns action. Did you think, with the wave of World Cups receding from our shores, women's sport was about to take a back seat? Think again. There are still plenty of opportunities to support our women’s sport teams, with the return of four of the Ferns teams in a bumper weekend of sport....

Why it's too late for the All Blacks to change their backline

All Blacks fans love to romanticise the upside of the many X-factor backs that call New Zealand home.

'Up the Wahs' makes it to Mexico: Kiwi Youtuber stumbles across taxi pimped with Warriors stickers

Watch the moment here.

How David Seymour and Winston Peters hogged the mic in the minor party leaders debate

Winston Peters and David Seymour filled up significantly more air time than Marama Davidson and Debbie Ngarewa-Packer.

'It?s hot for us gingers' - An 8-0 split, cake and Darwin's theory of evolution

The Rugby World Cup is nothing if not a wild, raucous and surprising tournament on the field - and that absolutely applies to what some of the players and coaches let slip at press conferences off the pitch.

‘We are the power’: Hastings Boys’ rips riotous anthem for Warriors captain Tohu Harris

The school's rendition of the Warriors chant was directed at an old boy.

Kia and Mercedes drivers get into terrifying game of cat and mouse on country lanes

Both drivers, Kevin Rowley, 59, and Michael Drage, 50, who live in Northampton, were interviewed by officers and were subsequently charged with dangerous driving.

Sean Fitzpatrick's verdict on All Blacks: 'We need our big boys'

Physicality will go a long way in deciding the Rugby World Cup, says a man who was part of the first team to ever win it.

Is 'unsung hero' Sironen NZ Warriors' most underrated player in 2023 run?

The off-contract forward's efforts have not gone unnoticed by his teammates.

"I went through hell and back": What happened to Jelena Dokic?

Warriors v Broncos: How Brisbane plan to shut down Shaun Johnson and the Warriors during preliminary final

Broncos coach Kevin Walters has revealed his strategy heading into the finals match.

Felipe Massa sues Formula 1, can Lewis Hamilton stay focused in Japan?

'Nothing's given': Smith senses Roigard pressure as race for All Blacks halfback spot heats up

The promising young rookie is starting to breath down the incumbent's neck.

Rugby World Cup 2023 results so far, schedule, fixtures and kickoff times in NZ

A full list of all the results and fixtures from Rugby World Cup 2023.

Ireland's view of South Africa's so-called ?Bomb squad?

Victory over the Springboks could seal a World Cup quarter-final place for Ireland.

Hulk Hogan’s surprising 'big regret' from his iconic wrestling career

'Like a bad dream': Adesanya breaks silence on shock UFC title defeat in Sydney

'The Last Stylebender' is determined to bounce back and claim the middleweight belt for a third time after his upset loss to Sean Strickland.

Young impresses with half-century, rain washes out Blackcaps v Bangladesh opener

The opener made his fourth ODI fifty, but less than 34 overs were able to be bowled in Mirpur.

Freddie Mills, the British boxing icon who "murdered eight women"

'He's not baiting, he's imitating': Davidson, Ngarewa-Packer team up in facing bickering Seymour, Peters

"It's like an arsonist showing up dressed as a fireman."

France v Namibia score, Rugby World Cup 2023 - France break World Cup record against 14-man Namibia

France produced their biggest win at a World Cup running in 14 tries.

Who is next to commit through 2026 after Verstappen and Piastri?

Oscar Piastri became the second Formula 1 driver after Max Verstappen to commit to a team until after 2025, when the new engine regulations take effect. Given the new regulations coming into force in the 2026 F1 season, it is important for drivers to make the right choice when signing a new contract.

Phil Mickelson reveals he is in recovery following alleged $1bn gambling addiction

Report: Another Australia player ruled out of the World Cup

Australia's 19-year-old fullback Max Jorgensen has been ruled out of the World Cup, according to the Sydney Morning Herald.

Son Michael Schumacher: "particularly sad"

Christopher Luxon tells Kiwis to read between lines as coalition questions continue

Luxon is saying without saying: don't vote for Winston Peters.

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal shares heartbreaking health update following injury battles

He's one of the greatest ever players. But the broken star has issued a sad update.

LockerRoom: How to watch the Football Ferns, Silver Ferns and White Ferns this weekend

It's all on for Kiwi women's sports teams across the globe this weekend.

'Surfing, pig hunting, fishing': Return to roots reinvigorates Martin for Warriors' finals charge

The trauma of a career almost lost to a brain bleed has taught Te Maire Martin the importance of striking balance in life.

'Scratching our heads': Jones' excuses wearing thin for ex-Wallabies winger

Drew Mitchell did not hold back in his appraisal of Australia's loss to Fiji.

Russell will keep "rolling the dice" despite Singapore F1 crash

George Russell insists that he will keep "rolling the dice" and taking risks in an effort to get his Mercedes Formula 1 team into a winning position in 2023.

Heartwarming moment NRL star Reece Walsh surprises young fan with kind act

The Broncos dynamo put a huge smile on his small supporter's face after his team's final training before their finals clash with the Warriors.

F1 Japanese GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more

Max Verstappen topped the Friday practice times for Red Bull ahead of the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix. Here’s how and when to watch qualifying.

'We?ve seen it coming up against them in the URC': Ireland familiar with Boks

Jack Crowley believes Johnny Sexton’s remarkable longevity has blazed a trail for Ireland’s aspiring fly-halves rather than impeded their international opportunities.

'Do or die': All Blacks' World Cup hopes on the line against underdogs Italy

Losing to France has left next Friday's encounter as a must-win for Ian Foster's side.

'We're here to win': Blackcaps out to end 15-year wait for Bangladesh series victory

New Zealand haven't won an ODI series in Bangladesh since 2008.

Lawson's non-selection 'makes mockery' of Red Bull driver programme, says veteran F1 expert

Despite his success, the Kiwi phenom is expected to miss out on a fulltime seat with AlphaTauri for 2024

Disgraced Kiwi runner Zane Robertson arrested in Kenya over alleged sexual assault - report

Police are also reported to have found an unlicensed AK-47 rifle in the 33-year-old's home.

Black Ferns train against Rotorua Boys’ High School First XV

Ferns "get to play against a lot more speed and a little bit more power".