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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.

The best Premier League managers of all time

Mark Chapman powers Black Caps to impressive win against Pakistan

The Black Caps levelled the T20 series with Pakistan after winning the third game in Rawalpindi by seven wickets.

Olympic heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis-Hill speaks on being a mum in sport

The former Olympic heptathlon champion touches on the challenges she faced returning to sport after having a child and also gives credit to her son for competing at the top.

2024 PGA Championship odds, field: Surprising PGA picks from golf model that's hit 11 majors

SportsLine's proven model simulated the PGA Championship 2024 10,000 times and revealed its PGA golf picks for Valhalla Golf Club

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.

Zurich Classic DFS picks 2024: Why Will Zalatoris and Sahith Theegala will have a big week

The PGA Tour heads to New Orleans for the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, the lone team event on the PGA Tour. There is certainly a bit of a different vibe this week for this uniquely singular tournament, yet still an opportunity for DFS golf players to turn a profit. In terms of the format, the field consists of 80 two-man teams who will play best ...

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.

Man Utd insider praises Erik ten Hag for 'the bit people don't see' amid doubts on his future

Manchester United academy director Nick Cox has leapt to the defence of first team manager Erik ten Hag as rumours over whether he'll still be in charge next season persist

NRL: Johnson 'open-minded' for another year at the Warriors

Despite the disappointment of a big loss on the weekend, Shaun Johnson isn't ruling out spending another season at Mt Smart.

MLB tragedy: Former Red Sox World Series winner dies

Vice golf balls (2024): What you need to know

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Vice Golf, the one-time small discount direct-to-consumer ball company that has gone on to become an edgy lifestyle brand with a global presence, launches its newest collection of golf balls. The group includes three new multilayer cast-urethane-cover models covering a full range of swing speeds, as well as two ionomer-cover ...

What happened to Dutch footballing legend Frank Rijkaard?

Why everyone is talking about Mexican referee Katia Itzel García

Scottie Scheffler is earning an average of $375K a day, report reveals

He has made more than $16 million in the last 43 days alone, with nearly half of that coming on consecutive weekends thanks to victory at The Masters ($3.6m) and RBC Heritage ($3.6m).

All Blacks greats pick their five key players New Zealand Rugby must tie down long-term including the ‘critical’ playmaker

Justin Marshall and Jeff Wilson believes that it is vital New Zealand Rugby tie down these players.

Mock Draft 12.0 picks 17-32: Decision time

Scheffler wins RBC Heritage adding another $3.6M to his earnings

He had three holes to negotiate on Monday in order to collect another $3.6million before heading home to his wife Meredith, who is due to give birth to their first child in the coming days.

'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.

Sibling rivalry and Dad's wise words help propel Maama Vaipulu into Black Ferns

The 21-year-old lock is one of five players to secure their first Black Ferns' contract and join the squad announced today.

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.

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.

2024 Kentucky Derby prediction, odds, horses, and contenders: Surprising picks from horse racing insider

When is the 2024 Kentucky Derby? The annual Run for the Roses takes place Saturday, May 4 at Churchill Downs

Arsenal v Chelsea: Mikel Arteta pre-match press conference

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta speaks ahead of his team's Premier League match against London rivals Chelsea. The Gunners currently top the league on goal difference, and hope another win will add pressure on their rivals to get a result.

Nottingham Forest claim VAR is a Luton fan after defeat at Everton

Nottingham Forest have accused VAR Stuart Attwell of being a Luton fan after feeling they were on the wrong end of "three extremely poor decisions" during Sunday's 2-0 Premier League defeat at Everton. Forest posted on X, formerly Twitter, soon after full-time that they were considering their options, having "warned the PGMOL that the VAR is a Luton fan before the game but they didn't change him", adding that their patience had now been "tested multiple times" this season.

Liverpool ‘deal collapses’ as FSG, Michael Edwards ‘plot move for a different French club’

According to reports, Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group were in 'talks' to buy Ligue Un club Toulouse but this 'deal has now collapsed'.

Scheffler's caddie earns another $360K after latest PGA Tour win

Scheffler took home $3.6million for finishing in first place at the RBC Heritage on Monday morning, adding to the $3.5m he secured after winning The Masters last week.

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.

Jurgen Klopp 'happy' with Liverpool performance after win at Fulham

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has siad he is 'happy' with his team's performance following a 3-1 win against Fulham. The win at Craven Cottage leaves Liverpool level on points with Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table.

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.

Blues send warning to rivals with dominant Super Rugby win over top Aussies Brumbies

The battle between second and third on the table quickly turned into a mismatch.

Sainz: Leclerc start battle "cost us a lot" in F1 Chinese GP

Carlos Sainz says his fight with Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc cost them both valuable ground in Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix.

Booted! North American cities that lost sports franchises

Fans of the NHL's Arizona Coyotes are still hurting after the team they've followed with dedication for nearly three decades is being relocated to Salt Lake City ahead of the 2024-2025 season. Of course, it's not the first time sports fans have had to deal with the news that their favorite team is no longer to be based in their home city. In fact, since the 1940s, dozens of sports franchises across North America have made the decision to relocate, usually to be rebranded as a result. But what are some of the more high-profile and controversial moves that have taken place over the last several decades or so? Click through and discover the cities that lost sports franchises.

'Hasn't been himself': Panthers coach Cleary philosophical over losing Fisher-Harris to Warriors

The NZ Kiwis captain will cross the Tasman on compassionate grounds.

Sargeant baffled about not being told of illegal F1 safety car overtake

Logan Sargeant does not understand why the FIA gave him no feedback that he had illegally overtaken Nico Hulkenberg behind the safety car in Formula 1’s Chinese Grand Prix.

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.

Erik ten Hag calls FA Cup final reach 'huge achievement'

Erik ten Hag claimed that stumbling into the FA Cup Final was a 'huge achievement' for Manchester United, even though they nearly faced humiliation by Coventry after a 3-3 draw in the FA Cup semi-final.

Farewell Kelly Slater: the 11-time World Champion retires from surfing

Athletes shine on Laureus Awards red carpet in Madrid

Athletes from around the world arrived in Madrid on Monday for the 24th annual Laureus Awards. Spain's World Cup winning midfielder Aitana Bonmati was named the Sportswoman of the Year, while Serbia's Novak Djokovic captured the top men's honour.

Jason Wilcox tasked with Ten Hag audit as Man Utd fear players ‘ignoring instructions’

Erik ten Hag's future at Man Utd is in the hands of Jason Wilcox, who will conduct 'an audit of the manager's credentials and dressing room relations' over the next month.

Liverpool XI vs Everton: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news and injury latest for Merseyside derby

Liverpool XI vs Everton: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news and injury latest for Merseyside derby - Mohamed Salah leading stars hoping for a recall

'Country bumpkin' Bell finds identity, success in discus circle before Paris Olympics

The athlete has found self confidence tossing "2kg dinner plates".

Walker in, Capewell out for Warriors against Titans on Anzac Day

Jacob Laban will make his first NRL start against Gold Coast on Thursday.

Home advantage boosts Kiwis Stanaway, Payne, Heimgartner up Supercars rankings at Taupō 400

But at the end of the day, championship leader Will Brown extended his advantage with victory on Sunday.

Erik Ten Hag brands reaction to win over Coventry a 'disgrace'

Erik Ten Hag tells journalists the reaction to Manchester United's penalty shoot-out victory over Coventry in the FA Cup semi-final is a 'disgrace'

Laureus Sports Awards: Usain Bolt on learning from mistakes

Usain Bolt held a press conference at the Laureus World Sports Awards where he talked about 'determination and learning from your mistakes'.

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?

Who is American heptathlon star Annie Kunz?

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.

Mystics sink Steel in Invercargill

The Northern Mystics are two from two to start their ANZ Premiership campaign.