Sport
Winter Olympics, Sail GP, and Netball NZ
Heading into the final weekend of the Winter Olympics - where does this Games rank for New Zealand? Who have been the stand-outs? Who are the remaining medal chances? Audio
Winter Olympics: Kiwi Mischa Thomas qualifies for halfpipe final as rival stretchered off
The Auckland freeskier qualified tenth in her event at the Winter Olympics.
Weekly Sports Panel for 20 February 2026
Weekly sports panel with 1News Sports Editor Abby Wilson, and former All Black captain Taine Randell Audio
Early sports chat
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
'Ten hours of hell': Rugby fans' fury as World Cup ticket site crashes
There were long waits and system crashes while trying to secure tickets for the 2027 Men's World Cup in Australia.
Breakers first season under new owners coming to an end
The New Zealand Breakers' first Australian NBL season under new owners comes to an end this weekend. The front office of the basketball club has plenty to ponder in the off-season as they once again… Audio
Sky TV lifts prices again
The prices of Sky Sport and Sky Sport Now packages are going up again.
Boxing NZ appoints new leadership as investigation into head coach drags on
Josh Wharehinga has been appointed new president of Boxing New Zealand as the sport grapples with complaints about its head coach.
Irish rugby star's debut overshadowed by racist response
An Irish rugby star had his international debut overshadowed by an ugly racist response online. Edwin Edogbo was born and raised in Ireland, but due to his Nigerian heritage, has not been welcomed by… Audio
Umaga names seven debutants for Hurricanes showdown
The Moana Pasifika head coach has made the bold decision to rest some of his star players who featured in the 40-26 win against the Fijian Drua in Lautoka.
'Brought strength to all of us': Black Foils draw inspiration from injured teammate
Grinder Louis Sinclair is out of hospital, after suffering compound fractures to both legs in a high-speed crash during New Zealand SailGP.
Midday sports update for 19 February 2026
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio
Arsenal drops points again
Arsenal let a two-goal lead slip at bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers in a 2-2 draw to waste a big chance to surge ahead in the title race.
Reporter sorry for 'having a drink' before Olympics live cross
After Danika Mason's went viral due to her slurred speech, which she's blamed on drinking on an empty stomach.
White Fern Lauren Down announces retirement
White Ferns and Auckland batter Lauren Down has announced her retirement from cricket.
All World Cup matches sold out, says FIFA
The FIFA president says requests have come from more than 200 countries.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 19 February
A very happy Zoi Sadowski-Synnott joined us after becoming the most decorated Olympic snowboarder in the world; Corin Dann spoke with Reserve Bank governor Dr Anna Breman following her first official… Audio
Watch: Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's medal-winning run
The Wānaka snowboarder says she's "keen to ride some powder or go to the beach and go surfing" after the Winter Olympics.
Sports Chat for 19 February 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
