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Predicting Silver Ferns' squad for 2023 Netball World Cup title defence

Dame Noeline Taurua has a tough task to select her group to head to South Africa, writes Natasha Payne.

2023 IOMTT: Birchall Brothers Break 120 MPH Sidecar Speed Record In Race 1

The unstoppable brothers Birchall broke the record on the way to claiming their 13th career Sidecar TT victory.

Doubles team disqualified after ball girl struck

Japan's Miyu Kato and Indonesia's Aldila Sutjiadi were disqualified from the French Open after Kato struck a ball between points, hitting a ball girl during their women's doubles match.

Pep Guardiola insists: he wants Neymar at Manchester City! Photo

Although the Brazilian champion is very close to a move to Manchester United, the coach still believes he can sign him.

Edwards back following that black line in the pool

Swimmer Chelsey Edwards nearly gave the sport away twice, but with help from a pyschologist and a new training environment she's back competing for NZ Just weeks after moving cities for a new training environment, Aquablack Chelsey Edwards is off to her third World Aquatics swimming championships, in Japan, after being selected for the 4x100m mixed freestyle relay. But if it wasn’t for her high-performance sports psychologist, she would have...

Adesanya unleashes on judges after teammate Kara-France's controversial UFC loss

"How many times will they rob athletes of their moments of glory, of [sic] their money, their livelihood for their family?"

Evans had to be a 'roadblock' to secure Jakarta FE podium

Jaguar’s Mitch Evans said he was forced to be a ‘roadblock’ in order to hold on to a podium finish in the Jakarta E-Prix.

Superbike at Misano, umbrellas at work: photos from Romagna

Track weekend: lots of champions, lots of adrenaline, lots of people (ph. Fabio Fasanari).

Ko drops from contention at Mizuho Americas Open with horror round

The Kiwi fell from third to 27th on the third day in New Jersey.

10 things we learned at the 2023 F1 Spanish Grand Prix

With a reversion to its classic layout and the risk of rain, the 2023 Spanish Grand Prix brought a refreshed challenge to Formula 1. Despite a familiar result, there were battles up and down the order as recovery missions and surprise presences in the points shook up the order. Here's what we learned

A world champion wants to change teams. Images

The defender will not renew his contract with Benfica and from July will be free to move for free.

Gerard Piqué reveals secret of Messi

Gerard Piqué reveals secret of Messi

Crusaders confirm new coach to replace All Blacks-bound Robertson in 2024

Ex-loose forward Matt Todd will also return to his former side as an assistant.

Simona Halep takes it out: 'they are killing my career'

Simona Halep, the strong Romanian tennis player and two-time Slam winner, once again denounces from her social pages what is happening to her. The former number one (from 2017 to 2018) is suspended for alleged doping for eight months and a hearing against her continues to be postponed.Officially suspended on 7 October 2022 after testing positive for roxadustat at the US Open in August, she is now accusing anti-doping bodies of damaging her record.

NZ drivers finish in top 10 at IndyCar Detroit Grand Prix

All three New Zealand Indycar drivers finished in the top 10 but missed out on the podium at the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix as Alex Palou tightened his grip on the championship.

Most famous sportsmen turned politicians: Top 15 in photos

Great sports talents who entered politics after the end of their competitive careers

From Heroes to Cheaters: MLB stars who destroyed their reputation with steroids

Hovland wins playoff to secure PGA win; Fox shares 30th place

Viktor Hovland made a massive birdie putt at the 17th hole and saved par on his first playoff hole to win the Memorial Tournament in Dublin, Ohio.

The best female golfers of all time

Golf has been a male-dominated sport for much longer than women have been allowed to play. But over the decades, we've seen many female golfers dedicating themselves to the game, resulting in long, successful careers for many. Of course, there are only a select few who can be considered among the best golfers in history. So, who are the best female golfers of all time? With factors like longevity, total wins, and major titles in mind, click on to discover several legends of the game.

'Disgraceful': Doubles pair slammed for getting opponents defaulted for making ball girl cry

"I hope they have trouble falling asleep tonight."

Nienaber drops heavy selection hints ahead of Rugby Championship

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has a calculated selection strategy for South Africa’s build-up to the World Cup in France.

Johnson immense as Warriors dismantle Dolphins for biggest win of 2023

The Kiwi side surged in the second half to outclass the NRL newcomers.

England name squad for U20 Championship

Lewis Chessum, brother of England senior international Ollie, is set to captain England under-20 at the World Rugby U20 Championship later this month after the 30-player squad was announced today.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic: all trophies won with clubs. Photo

The Swedish striker has played for many teams and won many trophies: most recently, the Scudetto with Milan.

Watch: Wily Hurricanes veteran Coles has last laugh over rival in Wellington farewell

The hometown hooker got inside Codie Taylor's head during Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Crusaders.

Karim 'the Dream' Benzema leaves Real Madrid

'Always been a Warrior': Coaches wowed, as Johnson winds back clock

The veteran halfback's efforts proved decisive in Saturday's win over the Dolphins.

Karim Benzema, goal and standing ovation for farewell: photos

The French striker scored on a penalty kick in his last game in a Real Madrid shirt.

One Lotto player wins $1 million, 24 others claim over $14,000 - here's where the winning tickets were sold

It will be a night to remember for a lucky Lotto player from Porirua after winning $1 million on Saturday night. The winning Lotto ticket was sold on MyLotto to a player from Porirua. In Saturday's Strike 'Must Be Won draw', the $1 million jackpot was shared by two players from Auckland and Dunedin, who each take home $500,000. The winning Strike F...

Dunlop: “People haven’t come near me” as Isle of Man TT Superbike doubts mounted

Michael Dunlop admits people in the racing world “haven’t come near me” as they “doubted” his ability to win Isle of Man TT Superbike races prior to Sunday’s contest.

Jose Mourinho has a dream: Romelu Lukaku. Photo

Roma's coach would like to bring the Belgian striker to the Giallorossi. This is reported by calciomercato.com.

Mercedes: Uncertainties over W14 F1 car gone with new "baseline" in place

Mercedes says that uncertainties about what had gone wrong with its W14 Formula 1 car have now been taken off the table as it has new a "baseline" in place.

Brumbies wing faces race against time to make quarter-final

Winger Corey Toole is racing the clock to be fit for the Brumbies' Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final against the Hurricanes.

'It was a masterclass': Why Super Rugby needs Coles' gamesmanship

The Hurricanes hooker's antics were the catalyst for his side's turnaround win over the Crusaders.

Tragedy in Argentina, fan falls in the stands and dies during River Plate-Defensa

Tragedy in Argentina: Fatal accident during a football match between River Plate and Defensa Y Justicia. During the championship, a fan fell from the stands of the Monumental stadium and lost his life after hitting his head. According to reports in the Argentine daily Clarin, the fan allegedly climbed over a gate in the Sivori grandstand and threw himself into the void. Some chants from the crowd drew attention to the incident, leading to the interruption of the match in the 26th minute by decision of referee Fernando Rapallini, who informed the captains of the two teams. After the stadium speaker announced the incident, the crowd started to leave the Monumental stadium. The stadium cameras captured the incident, and the authorities are currently working to investigate the incident. River Plate expressed their condolences through their social profiles, also revealing the name of the deceased fan, Pablo Marcelo Serrano.

Lionel Messi's bitterness, booed in last game at PSG: photos

The Argentine striker was protested by Paris Saint-Germain fans in the last game played in Paris

The most iconic soccer players for each jersey number 1-10. Images

score90 elected the most iconic footballer for each jersey number from 1 to 10. Here is the list.

World's richest tennis players: top 15 assets

Ranking of the richest tennis players and former tennis players on the planet

Ecclestone lashes out at Hamilton: "Maranello is not a retirement home"

"Lewis Hamilton in Ferrari? In recent days, more than one fan has been intrigued by this theory put forward by the 'Daily Mail', according to which the seven-time world champion Briton is in talks with Maranello to create a potential dream team with Charles Leclerc. The annual fee would be 40 million, according to the British newspaper. However, the rumour was denied by Hamilton himself, who will remain with Mercedes until the end of 2023. Even the former F1 boss, Bernie Ecclestone, seems not to believe in a possible transfer of Lewis to the Italian team, and has made this very clear.

Tonga coach Toutai Kefu has a plan to topple world number ones Ireland

Tongan coach Toutai Kefu has what he believes is the country's best assembly of World Cup talent, and a few tricks up his sleeve.

Kiwis star Brown charged with 'sexual touching' after incident at Sydney bar

The half is expected to appear in court on Wednesday.

Dolphins duo face suspension, after dangerous tackles in Warriors victory

Prop Jarrod Wallace and half Anthony Milford may miss up to a month for their hits.

Super Rugby Pacific playoffs: No Kiwi derbies as quarter-finals locked in

Four NZ sides have progressed into the knockouts.

Ex Wallaby closing in on allegiance switch for World Cup

Cancer survivor Christian Lealiifano hopes to pen another special chapter in his rollercoaster career with a 2023 Rugby World Cup appearance for Samoa.

King's Birthday Honours: Public servant, doctor and rugby coach among list of new dames and knights

Some of New Zealand's freshly named dames and knights say receiving the honour was incredibly humbling and overwhelming.

4 clubs want to sign Eden Hazard. Images

Acquired after Cristiano Ronaldo's departure, the Belgian seemed destined to be the new idol of Real Madrid fans. It didn't happen.

The Wild Life of 'Iron' Mike: Unbeliveable and shocking stories from boxing's hardest hitter

2023 IOMTT: Dunlop Ties McGuinness For Second Most TT Wins Of All Time

With six more races to go in the 2023 IOMTT, what else will Michael Dunlop achieve?

Lappi frustrated to miss out on “big chance” for WRC victory in Italy

Esapekka Lappi declared Hyundai’s World Rally Championship 1-2 in Sardinia an "important team result”, but was left frustrated by not being able to fight for the win.

'Like a superpower': The difference between Henry, Hansen and Foster

The 2010s were as dominant of a decade as modern rugby has witnessed and that era was spearheaded by a trio of coaches who graduated from being each other's assistants.