Stories by Barry Guy

Dick Tayler went into the 1974 Commonwealth Games knowing he was set for a good time, but he didn't think that would result in winning a gold medal.

Phoenix captain Annalie Longo concedes the season remains a challenging one as her side tries to stamp their mark in the women's A-League.

Returning from a potentially career-ending injury has cyclist Finn Fisher-Black excited about qualifying for the Olympics.

Wellington Phoenix women's coach Paul Temple says he'll reach out to departed midfielder Chloe Knott at some stage.

Former New Zealand motorbike star Simon Crafar has been impressed with the development of sustainable fuels in racing.

Former top New Zealand motorcyclist Simon Crafar says he will be forever grateful to his parents for helping him to achieve a childhood dream.

Finishing off a degree at Harvard and trying to qualify for the Olympics is something young New Zealand runner Maia Ramsden is taking in her stride.

The Tall Blacks face a monumental task to qualify for next year's Olympic Games.

New Zealand Football believes the country could sustain three professional clubs competing in the A-League. Audio

All Whites assistant coach Simon Elliott says now is the time for the side to take the next step on the international stage.

It's the biggest horse race in Australasia, but as far as former New Zealand jockey Michael Walker was concerned, it was just another race.

A spectacular three months is set to propel New Zealand tennis player Erin Routliffe towards one of her career goals.

Women's rugby takes a step forward this weekend with the introduction of a new global competition.

The Wellington Phoenix have sent out a call for fans to get behind the women's team, but realise they will play a big part in that happening.

White water paddler Luuka Jones has ticked off her aim for the season, but for the second straight year she's had to do it tough.

The New Zealand SailGP team will make it to the start line in Spain this weekend...but only just. Video

Some painful memories may have surfaced for New Zealand cricket fans on the eve of the World Cup in India.

Auckland golfer Ryan Fox returns to one of his favourite courses this week as the defending champion.

The 2023 Cricket World Cup will run from 5 October to 19 November in India. Here's what you need to know about the biggest tournament in cricket.

The Black Caps captain Kane Williamson could yet play in New Zealand's world cup opener against England next week.

New Zealand white water paddler Luuka Jones admits to some mixed emotions after her World Canoe Slalom Championship campaign in London.

Athletics is one of the glamour sports on the world stage, but for many nations having athletes competing at the highest level is nothing more than a dream.

With eleven world championships under her belt Luuka Jones can afford to take a relatively relaxed approach into the Canoe Slalom World Championships.

New Zealand middle distance runner George Beamish doesn't want to be pigeonholed as a steeplechaser, but for now that's the event he's hoping for glory in.

New Zealand sailor Jo Aleh says she's generally an excitable person, but she has to curb that enthusiasim when she's onboard.