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German law change gives Euro fans green light to party

Before the announcement football fans faced the prospect of watching the beautiful game in near silence late at night or on Sundays otherwise bars and fan zones risked the prospect of being fined.

Olympics 2024: Kiwi Billy Stairmand to take on one of the world's most feared surf breaks

Billy Stairmand is heading to Tahiti as part of the two-athlete NZ team.

Wolff sees “no relevance” to Mintzlaff’s Verstappen pursuit criticisms

Toto Wolff says Red Bull chief Oliver Mintzlaff’s criticisms of him over his pursuit of Max Verstappen has “no relevance”, as he denies “playing chess” with Formula 1 drivers.

Football round-up: Best of rivals for Phoenix finals adventure

The Nix now know who stands between them and their first-ever A-League grand final, and it couldn't be a more perfect rival, Mathew Nash writes.

Shared pain of personal loss powers Kiwi surfers for Paris Olympics bid

"Sometimes you think that they are sending you good waves to do well in and I'll keep believing that."

A long road back to a very long jump

Phoebe Edwards took years out from athletics but, almost accidentally, has come back to a personal best and win the national long jump title The post A long road back to a very long jump appeared first on Newsroom.

Crystal Palace v Manchester United referee to wear camera for first time in Premier League

Crystal Palace v Manchester United referee to wear camera for first time in Premier League - Referee Jarred Gillett will wear a bodycam at Selhurst Park, though fans will not have access to the footage

Peter Shilton speaks after being awarded CBE by Prince William

Former England goalkeeper Peter Shilton speaks after receiving a CBE for his services to football and gambling awareness at the investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. He was honoured by the Prince of Wales, Prince William.

World champion Humphries, teen superstar Littler confirmed for NZ Darts Masters

Littler, 17, will make his first appearance at Hamilton, after winning in Bahrain in January.

Super Rugby Pacific teams: Rieko Ioane out, brother Akira returns for Blues

All five New Zealand Super Rugby teams are playing in round 12.

WRC Sardinia schedule sheds light on part-time driver programmes

Rally Sardinia has released its entry list revealing further details of 2024 programmes for part-time World Rally Championship drivers Sebastien Ogier and Dani Sordo.

Penske suspends Cindric and other senior staff over IndyCar scandal

Legendary team boss Roger Penske has suspended four senior members of his IndyCar team operation and apologized for the “errors that were made” in the recent push-to-pass scandal.

NRL referees boss rules on controversial non-call, as struggling Warriors search for answers

Graham Annesley has given his two cents on the DWZ incident, while a former Warrior makes his own assessments on where the team is going wrong.

Carlos 'The Black Jag' Ulberg finally back in the octagon to fight Alonzo Menifield

Kiwi UFC star Carlos Ulberg returns to the octagon this Sunday, after a string of cancellations.

New combination ride into New Zealand Paralympic team

Podium finishes in Australia have secured a Paralympic Games berth for equestrian rider Louise Duncan.

Ten Hag 'disappointed' after Man U thumped 4-0 by Crystal Palace

Reaction from Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag as they were thumped 4-0 by Crystal Palace on Monday night in the Premier League.

The 10 most overrated NBA players right now, including one big surprise

Biden fumbles again while awarding trophy to Army football coach

Coach Jeff Monken was standing a few feet away in the White House East Room when Biden asked, 'Where are you, coach' during his remarks. Biden was awarding a football trophy to Army.

Coach Webster keeps faith with Warriors line-up to face Roosters at Sydney

Injury has forced the only change to the Warriors run-on side for Sunday.

Casemiro given harsh message after Man Utd’s humiliation: ‘Move to the MLS or Saudi’

Casemiro given harsh message after Man Utd’s humiliation: ‘Move to the MLS or Saudi’ - Casemiro is one of the ‘modern greats’ but was a shadow of his former self in the 4-0 defeat at Selhurst Park

'Faboulous': All Blacks Williams, Taylor bolster Crusaders' Super Rugby Pacific title defence

At 2-8, the champions can use all the help they can get.

Are these the biggest steals of the 2024 NFL Draft?

The 'Dream Team' that has revolutionized women's basketball

Michael Owen urges Manchester United to sack Erik Ten Hag before FA Cup final

Michael Owen urges Manchester United to sack Erik Ten Hag before FA Cup final - Michael Owen spoke out about Erik Ten Hag and makes damning FA Cup final prediciton

Melbourne Victory lose key player ahead of Phoenix clash

Melbourne Victory will be without their influential midfielder Zinédine Machach for the A-League semi-final series against the Wellington Phoenix.

Netball: Comebacks and close games light up quarter-way mark of ANZ Premiership

The Magic nearly pulled off the third comeback of the round before the unbeaten Tactix hung on 54-53 in Hamilton last night.

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.

Big stars to headline World Series of Darts in New Zealand

World Champion Luke Humphries and teenage superstar Luke Littler will headline a star-studded line-up when the World Series of Darts returns to New Zealand in August.

Notable People who died in 2024

Entire NZ Rugby board would be forced to reapply for jobs under governance proposal

NZR's governance structure will be voted on at a special general meeting this month.

Watch: The Hui investigates a hidden threat to the Hauraki Gulf

Watch the episode here.

Ukrainian Olympic hero killed in action fighting Putin’s invasion force

Waka ama world champ Kacey Ngataki chasing path to Olympic dream

After years competing in waka ama, the talented athlete is turning to canoe sprinting.

NBA mock draft 1.0: Not as weak as initially thought?

Hamish Kerr to compete in star-studded Doha high jump event

Kerr has been invited along with 11 other of the world's finest high jumpers including the reigning world and Olympic champions.

Angry Jamie Carragher tells ‘awful’ Antony to ‘just get off the pitch’ after Manchester United debacle

Angry Jamie Carragher tells ‘awful’ Antony to ‘just get off the pitch’ after Manchester United debacle - Erik ten Hag’s side were thrashed 4-0 at Selhurst Park

England goalkeeper Mary Earps receives MBE at Windsor Castle

Manchester United and England goalkeeper Mary Earps was made MBE for her services to football at the investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. She was honoured by the Prince of Wales.

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

Young Kiwi Kobori earns 'unexpected' Major debut at US PGA Championship

The Japanese-born Cantabrian won his spot with early success on the PGA Tour of Australasia Order of Merit.

Has Joel Embiid’s image changed for better or worse during the 2024 NBA playoffs?

NRL: Kiwis star Joseph Manu outlines All Blacks hopes after sealing Japanese rugby union switch

The 27-year-old is trading the NRL for Japan in 2025.

Phoenix coach relishes challenge of AAMI Park hoodoo in A-League semi with Victory

The Phoenix haven't won at the Victory's home ground since 2017.

Russia issues arrest warrant for former chess champion Garry Kasparov

'Not where we want to be' - Warriors enter big period across Tasman

Andrew Webster is urging the Warriors to focus on themselves as they prepare for this weekend's match against the Roosters.

David Moyes gave West Ham their greatest night but leaves them with just one concern

David Moyes gave West Ham their greatest night but leaves them with just one concern - Moyes lifted West Ham’s first trophy in 43 years but, now his departure at the end of the season is confirmed, there is no guarantee that his replacement will be an upgrade

Adam Wharton: The Crystal Palace star who has gone from the Championship to an outside bet for Euro 2024

Adam Wharton: The Crystal Palace star who has gone from the Championship to an outside bet for Euro 2024 - Wharton has been a star since moving from Blackburn to Crystal Palace and he could be an underrated option for Gareth Southgate this summer

Invictus Games will last 'as long as it's serving a purpose' - Duke of Sussex

The duke, who was joined onstage by Sir Keith Mills, the former Invictus Games Foundation chairman, said whenever he was asked how long Invictus will last, his reply was "as long as it's serving a purpose". He added: "The root cause of the problem is conflict and I can't fix that.

NZR back down and side with Governance Review, board to potentially reapply

After originally fighting for a modified version of the review findings, NZR have indicated they intend to adopt them in full.

Nottingham Forest points penalty upheld in Premier League survival blow

Nottingham Forest points penalty upheld in Premier League survival blow - Forest remain three points clear of Luton Town and the relegation zone with two games of the season remaining

Football Ferns to play Olympics warm-up matches against Japan in Spain

New Zealand will play two games against the world No. 7-ranked Japanese.