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Sports News for 14 October 2024
Team New Zealand extended their America's Cup lead over Britannia to 3-nil in the first-to-seven series winning today's one and only race, after the two boats came within "a matter of centimetres" of… Audio
Sinner wins Shanghai Masters to extend Djokovic's wait for 100th title
Novak Djokovic's bid to add a 100th singles title to his trophy cabinet was dashed after he was beaten by world number one Jannik Sinner.
Kostecki wins Bathurst 1000 as Kiwis miss out on podium
Defending champion Richie Stanaway finishes best of the NZ drivers in the Bathurst 1000 as Brodie Kostecki claims the King of the Mountains crown.
‘A bit traumatic’: Crankworx 2024 worth millions to Rotorua despite boycott blow
The Rotorua leg of the international mountain biking festival was boycotted by some - but still drew thousands of visitors and was worth millions to Rotorua's economy, its organiser says.
Black Ferns find their mojo with strong win over France
Katelyn Vaha'akolo scored a hat-trick of tries as the Black Ferns broke their run of losses at the WXV 1 tournament with a 39-14 over France in Vancouver.
As it happened: Black Ferns dominate France 39-14
The Black Ferns have beaten France in a game that may help boost their season. Follow all the WXV1 action from BC Place, Vancouver.
Britannia probing battery problems after two early losses to Team NZ
New Zealand have taken a 2-0 lead over Britain, with the holders setting the pace in the early skirmishes in the first-to-seven contest.
T20 World Cup: White Ferns keep semifinal hopes alive
A milestone innings from opener Georgia Plimmer set the White Ferns up for their second win at the T20 World Cup.
Jeremy Wells: The Alternative Commentary Collective Almanack
The unlikely broadcasting phenomenon, the Alternative Commentary Collective (ACC) have been poking fun at mainstream sports in New Zealand for over a decade. Audio
Update on America's Cup with Mark Orams
Team NZ Emirates now have 2-0 lead over Ineos Britannia in the America's Cup match in Barcelona. Audio
Last of 'Big Four', Djokovic battles on
The retirement of rivals Roger Federer, Andy Murray and Rafa Nadal has been overwhelming, tennis star admits.
Cricket series against India to be survival of the fittest - Aus captain
Australia are out to avenge consecitive home series defeats to India.
Arrest warrant issued for former Wallaby
Rocky Elsom is said to have embezzled nearly $1.25 million during his time at a French club.
Sailing: Britain to test Kiwi dominance in America's Cup duel
Team New Zealand and Britain go head-to-head for the America's Cup.
Team NZ miss out of women's America's Cup
Team New Zealand dramatically scraped into the semi-final in Barcelona, but failed to advance to the final.
Black Ferns world ranking on the line in final test of the year
The Black Ferns coaches are demanding the players take responsibility for some individual mistakes as the team stares down the barrel of some unwanted history.
Olympians add buzz to gymnastics showcase
Almost 1000 athletes are jumping, flipping, twisting and balancing this week at the national gymnastics championships. Audio
Watch: Kiwi's death-defying victory at Red Bull Rampage
Downhill mountain biker Robin Goomes flipped her way to winning the inaugural event.
Football World Cup qualifier: All Whites made to sweat before overcoming Tahiti
The All Whites have soundly beaten Tahiti in Vanuatu on Friday afternoon.
All Whites one step close to third Football World Cup
The All Whites are one step close to a third Football World Cup. New Zealand were too good for Tahiti this afternoon, picking up a 3-0 win in Vanuatu, sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio