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Lawyers for teen suing NBA star Ja Morant over a fight during a pickup game withdraw from the case

Lawyers for teen suing NBA star Ja Morant over a fight during a pickup game withdraw from the case - A Tennessee judge has ruled that lawyers for a teenager who is suing two-time NBA All-Star Ja Morant over a fight during an offseason pickup game can withdraw from the case after citing irreconcilable conflicts with their client

Inaugural Rotorua Marathon winner takes home a suitcase and a barometer

Dave Heine will return to the Rotorua marathon this weekend with the event a far cry from when he won the inaugural race in 1965.

Hurricanes whallop Waratahs in Wellington

The Hurricanes have scored a dominant victory over the Waratahs in Wellington.

How athletes are smashing records in a NASA-inspired 'super-material'

The NASA-inspired 'super-material' is developed by Rheon Labs, and has already helped a number of athletes including Alexander Munyao and Tamirat Tola to break records.

Breakers confirm addition of former NBA forward Bolden for 2024/25 ANBL

The Australian-born big man was drafted by Philadelphia 76ers in 2017.

Blues grind down Rebels to set up Super Rugby Pacific top-of-table showdown with Hurricanes

Winger Mark Tele'a and lock Sam Darry both had try doubles at Melbourne.

Bailley Unahi’s Paralympic goals: 'I couldn't ask for a better lifestyle'

She has just returned from three months in Europe, honing her talent in the paraskiing sit-ski discipline.

Phoenix put A-League premiership disappointment behind to chase bigger target

Wellington watched Central Coast Mariners clinch the regular season crown in the last game of the schedule.

Football Ferns Stott, Fraser voted onto A-League Women's Team of Season

Defender Rebekah Stott makes her second appearance in the all-star selection.

Five key moments that cost the Phoenix their first ever trophy

Opinion - It seems preposterous to take a negative look at the Phoenix's season so far, but it's hard not to consider some pivotal moments, Mathew Nash writes.

Spurs boss speechless as Chelsea batter London rivals in 2-0 thriller

Spurs gaffer Ange Postecoglou did not have much to say after his side got battered by London rivals Chelsea. On the sidelines Postecoglou raged at plays for awful start to match.

Are the All Blacks bound for Qatar? Nations Championship concept takes shape

NZR boss doesn't confirm but certainly doesn't deny a potential trip to cash in on the Middle East's expanding sporting investment.

Unexpected Black Ferns call-up puts scare through rookie King's family

The Hurricanes Poua first-five was minding the farm, when she got the call.

Newest Mystics defender learning from the best

The Mystics newest defender Catherine Hall says she's in a good place to be learning on and off the court as she juggles a fledgling netball career with a degree in medicine.

'Definitely nerves': Wales centurion Halfpenny eyes long-awaited debut for Crusaders

The 35-year-old will be the sixth-oldest debutant in the history of the competition.

Alonso: Newey exit doesn't mean Red Bull F1 team is imploding

Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso doesn't believe Adrian Newey leaving Red Bull is a sign of Formula 1's dominant team imploding.

Nyika set for career defining fight

David Nyika says he is in the best condition of his career ahead of his biggest fight to date.

NRL considers divisive kickoff rule changes to reduce concussion risk in collision

Players and administrators protest that impact is an accepted part of the spectacle.

Hurricanes rebound from first Super Rugby defeat with resounding win over Waratahs

Winger Salesi Rayasi had a try double, as the Wellington side retained their lead atop the competition table.

End of an era: are LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry finished as champions?

Williams finally has its spare F1 car ready for Miami

Williams finally has a spare car available from this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix, having been without it so far this Formula 1 season.

Young Stars align as defections, injuries, maternity leave rock ANZ Premiership campaign

The two-time runners-up are still chasing their first win of the season.

'Trying not to get emotional': Highlanders' Tongan stars brace for historic return to Nuku'alofa

Prop Saula Ma'u and halfback Folau Fakatava have already been inundated with family requests for tickets.

F1 to sell 10,000 "backpacker" tickets for 2024 Las Vegas GP

Formula 1 has altered its approach to ticket sales for the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix, issuing 10,000 “backpacker” tickets in a bid to attract "a wider variety of fans".

What went wrong for the Los Angeles Lakers?

Ricciardo: No point in talking to unapologetic Stroll over China F1 clash

Daniel Ricciardo says Lance Stroll hasn't cleared the air with him over their Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix clash, but suggested there is little point if Stroll isn't actually sorry.

Milestone for New Zealand cyclist on world stage

Auckland professional rider Dion Smith becomes just the eighth New Zealander to compete in all three cycling Grand Tours when the Giro d'Italia begins in Turin this weekend.

Netball: Knee injury expected to keep star shooter Grace Nweke out of round four

The Northern Mystics expect to be without Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke this weekend, with the star shooter nursing a knee injury.

Late try earns NZ draw against South Africa in appalling conditions at U20 rugby championship

The opening match of the inaugural competition was played amid a deluge of rain on the Sunshine Coast.

Black Ferns Sevens progress to Singapore quarter-finals, All Blacks Sevens fall to Argentina

The The NZ men now face a must-win match against Australia on day two.

Cricket world shocked by death of Worcestershire's 20-year-old Josh Baker

Williams plays down Antonelli talk despite F1 superlicence request

Williams says Logan Sargeant must hit “tough targets” in getting closer to Formula 1 team-mate Alex Albon, but has dismissed rumours it is lining up Andrea Kimi Antonelli as a replacement.

Tottenham face test of faith in Angeball as Chelsea defeat reveals ‘bigger issue’ than set pieces

Tottenham face test of faith in Angeball as Chelsea defeat reveals ‘bigger issue’ than set pieces - Ange Postecoglou’s frustrations boiled over on the touchline during his side’s defeat to Chelsea

'Only see it as positive': NZ Rugby boss Robinson denies All Blacks tampering in Super Rugby

New national coach Scott Robertson has influenced the selection of his old Crusaders team.

Rafael Nadal says an emotional goodbye to his home tournament, the Madrid Open

Tennis great Rafael Nadal says an emotional goodbye to his home tournament, the Madrid Open, for one last time. The Spaniard was presented with a commemorative trophy and had five banners to celebrate each of his five Madrid Open title wins in his career.

The tragic death of future Bundesliga star Junior Malanda

Mark Clattenburg resigns in wake of Nottingham Forest VAR controversy

Mark Clattenburg resigns in wake of Nottingham Forest VAR controversy - Clattenburg has walked away while the Premier League and Football Association investigate Forest’s extraordinary statement accusing VAR Stuart Attwell of bias

Cricketer Josh Baker, 20, was found dead in his flat by a friend

Josh Baker, a talented Worcestershire spinner, had been playing in his county's second XI just yesterday, and was due back on the field in Bromsgrove today.

World Rugby considers Qatar as controversial host of new Nations Championship format

The Middle East nation was severely criticised over its human rights shortcomings during the Football World Cup.

Williams in talks with Newey about F1 reunion

Williams Formula 1 boss James Vowles has said his team is in discussions with design legend Adrian Newey about trying to lure him back to the squad.

NZ Rugby celebrates 'significant' increase in Super Rugby Pacific viewership

The numbers aren't as encouraging when it comes to fan attendance.

Perenara's hilarious taunt after claiming good mate Savea's Super Rugby try-scoring record

The veteran halfback claimed a record-setting 63rd try against the Waratahs and intends on sending his former long-time teammate a subtle reminder.

Phoenix fired up after missing out on minor premiership

Sam Sutton looms as a key figure in the Phoenix's finals run.

Black Ferns book blockbuster test against archrivals England Roses at Twickenham

The stadium capacity of 82,000 would smash the world record crowd for women' rugby.

Jurgen Klopp attacks English football and 'overworked' Premier League

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp launched a lengthy attack on the state of English football after claiming the Premier League is 'overworked not overrated'.

'100 percent ready to go': Blues forward Suafoa eyes return against Rebels after cancer scare

The Māori All Black was diagnosed with high grade sarcoma last November.

The horrible accident that killed Spanish world champion Isaac Gálvez López

New York Mets fan removed from stadium because people kept throwing hot dogs at him

New York Mets fan removed from stadium because people kept throwing hot dogs at him - The man was seen encouraging fans to toss the $1 ‘dogs his way

How Fittipaldi helped guide Senna on his path to F1 glory

Twice a Formula 1 world champion and Indianapolis 500 winner, Emerson Fittipaldi was a guiding light for a young Ayrton Senna and later became one of his closest friends in racing. Senna tested his IndyCar, and even shared a set-up tip that helped Emmo win at Detroit

Jurgen Klopp vows never to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool manager takes parting shot at broadcaster

Jurgen Klopp vows never to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool manager takes parting shot at broadcaster - Klopp offered ‘a little advice from an old man on the way out’ as he criticised the way TV companies schedule fixtures