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Swimmer does everything and more to get to Paris

NZ records fall for butterfly swimmer Hazel Ouwehand as she goes under a fast qualifying time for the Paris Olympics. Now, the official wait. The post Swimmer does everything and more to get to Paris appeared first on Newsroom.

Stuart Attwell involved in more controversy as Bournemouth win at Wolves

Stuart Attwell involved in more controversy as Bournemouth win at Wolves - Attwell was already in the spotlight for his role as VAR in denying Nottingham Forest three penalties in Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Everton.

The moment Liverpool surrendered their Premier League title challenge

The moment Liverpool surrendered their Premier League title challenge - Everton 2-0 Liverpool: Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s towering header wrapped up a first Merseyside derby win at Goodison Park in almost 14 years as the Reds were all but knocked out of the title race

Ko finishes in a tie for 17th after poor final day at Chevron Championship

Ko is still needs one more tour title to automatically qualify for the LPGA Hall of Fame.

Who is American heptathlon star Annie Kunz?

Is Arsenal vs Chelsea on TV? Kick off time, channel and how to watch Premier League fixture

Is Arsenal vs Chelsea on TV? Kick off time, channel and how to watch Premier League fixture - Can the Blues deny the Gunners in the title race in a midweek London derby?

Unbeaten Hurricanes suffer major injury blow

In-form Hurricanes hooker Asafo Aumua will be out of action for up to two months after a knee injury.

British football mourns the death of Leighton James

How a running joke turned into Black Ferns recall for veteran Parkes

Parkes changed from loose forward to loosehead prop midway through 2023.

All Blacks dress rehearsal looms for Ratima, when Chiefs meet Waratahs

The NZ No.9 jersey is up for grabs and Ratima can prove his worth against Wallabies halfback Jake Gordon.

Mystics ride strong fourth quarter to defeat Southern Steel in ANZ Premiership

A late run of five consecutive goals helped the visitors secure the victory.

Jett Cleary, younger brother of Nathan, signs with NZ Warriors on three-year deal

The Warriors are expected to officially announce Cleary’s signing soon.

'I was pretty tempted': Ex-All Black Cruden rejects pre-season SOS from embattled Crusaders

The 50-test international has revealed he received an offer to join the Super Rugby Pacific wooden-spooners.

Watch: Warriors fullback Nicoll-Klokstad relishes milestone, despite loss to Titans

The outstanding No.1 brought up 100 NRL games in the defeat.

Champman onslaught guides Blackcaps to bounce back win over Pakistan

The result comes just a day after the Blackcaps were bowled out for just 90 runs.

WADA fires back at critics over Chinese swimming scandal

WADA says it stood by its decisions and given circumstances and evidence would do the same again.

Super Rugby Pacific teams: Barrett, Havili return for struggling Crusaders

All five New Zealand Super Rugby teams are playing in round 10.

What next for Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino? Arsenal humiliation exposes a crisis from top to bottom

What next for Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino? Arsenal humiliation exposes a crisis from top to bottom - It is clear Chelsea have made mistakes but how long are is the club prepared to show faith in the process?

What is VAR, how does it work and what are the biggest problems?

What is VAR, how does it work and what are the biggest problems? - VAR continues to be a hot topic in the Premier League deep into the season, leading to the PGMOL coming under increasing pressure while Uefa’s officials have also been criticised for their handling

Live: Warriors v Titans NRL Anzac Day game updates

The Titans beat back the Warriors 27-24 in a rare Anzac Day match.

Ferrari "made too many mistakes" for podium fight at F1 Chinese GP

Ferrari "made too many mistakes" at Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix to fight at the front, reckons team boss Fred Vasseur.

Why everyone is talking about Mexican referee Katia Itzel García

Drug Free Sport NZ seeks answers after Chinese swimming scandal

Drug Free Sport NZ said there are unanswered questions on the positive drug tests of 23 Chinese swimmers.

Olympics 2024: Trampolining couple fall head over heels before Paris

Dylan Schmidt and Maddie Davidson were Olympic team mates in Tokyo but are returning to the Games as a couple seeking medals and inspiration from each other.

Hurricanes hooker Aumua sidelined from Super Rugby Pacific with long-term injury

Asafo Aumua will be out of action for the next 6-8 weeks.

Why ‘the worst-run club in the country’ is now playing for its future

Why ‘the worst-run club in the country’ is now playing for its future - IN FOCUS: With the threat of relegation looming once again as Everton host Liverpool at Goodison Park, the plight of one of England’s most successful clubs has come to sum up every major issue in the modern game, writes Miguel Delaney

NRL: Wobbly Warriors trail Gold Coast at halftime at Go Media Stadium - Live

The Auckland side are trying to return to winning ways on Anzac Day.

Wellington Phoenix becoming world leader when it comes to late drama

When it comes to late drama, the Wellington Phoenix are becoming a world leader this season.

A league of their own: these female athletes went head-to-head against men

Phoenix may have to wait to learn premiership fate

There are still plenty of ways the chips could fall in the final days of the season.

Forever young: The best sports for people over 70 years old

Euros sticker wars: Fans face £122 on Topps or £77 on Panini versions

Panini's 47-year dominance in holding the rights for the official European Football Championship sticker book came to an end when rival Topps won the contract for 2024 and 2028.

Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid: the hidden details behind a possible agreement

Ex-All Black Joseph's daughter one of five new players to earn fulltime Black Ferns contract

A 40-strong group has been announced by NZ Rugby.

Everton 2-0 Liverpool: Everton Boss Sean Dyche's press conference

Everton boss Sean Dyche speaks to the media following his side's 2-0 win over Liverpool in the Premier League. He said he felt 'delighted' by the teams performance, against a 'top side' like Liverpool.

Sheffield United boss speaks after 4-2 loss to Manchester United

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder speaks after 4-2 loss to Manchester United at Old Trafford, in the Premier League. He says his squad must 'take responsibility' for being 'taken to the cleaners'.

'A mistake was made': Kiwi McLaughlin stripped of third at IndyCar's St Petersburg GP

Fellow Kiwi Scott Dixon now leads the championship standings.

‘This is the end’: Jamie Carragher declares Liverpool’s title challenge over after Everton defeat

‘This is the end’: Jamie Carragher declares Liverpool’s title challenge over after Everton defeat - Liverpool were second best at Goodison Park as Virgil van Dijk questioned his team’s hunger to win the league

IndyCars: Scott McLaughlin disqualified from podium finish in season-opening race

New Zealand's Scott McLauglin has been disqualified from the opening IndyCar race of the year after finishing third.

Phoenix within touching distance of A-League premiership against Macarthur

The Wellington side will receive the silverware afterwards - if results fall their way.

Scott Dixon dedicates latest Indycar win to benefactor Sir Colin Giltrap

New Zealand motor racing driver Scott Dixon has shown he remains a contender in the Indycars series after winning the latest round in California.

Johnson admits Fisher-Harris signing provides another strong lure to return to Warriors

Shaun Johnson is currently off contract at the end of this year - a situation which may not last much longer.

Warriors suffer back-to-back losses with Anzac Day defeat to Gold Coast

Bottom-of-the-table Gold Coast took home their first win of the NRL season.

Coach Rob Penney tells Crusaders 'be brave, do more'

Crusaders coach Rob Penney says he's in a good space and just concentrating on the job in hand.

IndyCar Long Beach: Dixon wins strategic battle, Herta hits Newgarden

Chip Ganassi Racing’s Scott Dixon was able to pull off yet more strategic mastery and fend off late surges to win IndyCar's Grand Prix of Long Beach.

Former United and City player Carlos Tevez "rushed to hospital"

French President Emmanuel Macron shows off his skills in charity football match

French President Emmanuel Macron shows off his skills in charity football match - The French president took to the field as a midfielder, playing alongside icons such as Didier Drogba and Eden Hazard

Breakers confirm Aussie guard McCarron on two-year ANBL seasons

The 200-game veteran will replace Will McDowell-White in the Breakers backcourt.

Carrington to lead New Zealand's largest ever women's canoe sprint team at Paris games

A team of six athletes are set to paddle for New Zealand in Paris across the K1, K2 and K4 events.

MLB tragedy: Former Red Sox World Series winner dies