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A soaring Simone Biles lands her third gold medal of Paris Olympics
Gymnast continues her redemptive performance at Paris.
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'I'm looking forward to a cuddle': Twigg follows silver with family reunion
Emma Twigg spent six weeks away from her 2-year-old son leading up to the Olympics.
Emma Twigg adds silver to late-in-life medal surge
Eight years after retiring from rowing, Emma Twigg has raced to a second Olympic medal.
The silent battle before the sprint: Hobbs lifts the lid on her warm-up
Like every aspect of her career, Hobbs has adjusted with time and experience
The text from Tom Walsh's wife that helped him qualify for shot put final
Jacko Gill and Tom Walsh thrive amid electric Olympic atmosphere.
Paul Lewis: What the first week of Paris 2024 taught us
OPINION: Paris slays but the Seine's a hot mess - should the Olympics stay here forever?
Golden night? New Zealand's best medal chances on day eight
All the Kiwis in action on day eight of the Paris Olympics.
How Zoe Hobbs plans to 'thrive' under the pressure of 100m
The signs are good for Hobbs, after a polished performance in the heats in Paris.
'It's devastating': Schmidt's medal hopes crash to the floor
Answers were hard to find as Dylan Schmidt came off the trampoline in search of a medal.
France and Argentina clash at final whistle of grudge match
Police entered the stands to prevent disorder between fans.
Olympic drama: 30-man brawl mars France's victory celebration
Live updates of all the action from the Paris Olympics on day seven.
'All of Tūrangi heard us': Meet Olympic medallist Hayden Wilde's biggest fans
Bruce and Nita Wilde cheered their grandson on from their home in Tūrangi.
Punching above our weight: Medal table per capita tally
When it comes to Olympic success, size doesn't always matter.
How Duke Kahanamoku won gold, lost to Tarzan and then found a bigger legacy
As the grandfather of surfing, the former Olympian left behind something more resonant.
Simone Biles fans find refuge and good time at NZ House in Paris
Open doors and full glasses: The appeal of Kiwi hospitality at the Olympic Games.
Kiwi sailors continue successful legacy in 49er
Living up to the Olympic history of Peter Burling and Blair Tuke was no easy feat.
Olympic official dropped for ‘white supremacy’ hand gesture
Man was wearing a broadcasting services outfit when spotted making the 'okay' hand sign.
Editorial: Olympic debate over trans inclusion hits female boxers hard
Female boxers are being targeted by anti-transgender activists
Jane Mander Village resident recalls Olympics of the past
Families were proudly cheering them on back home.
Paris Olympics: While you were sleeping day seven action
Our men's 49er crew have added a silver to New Zealand's medal haul. Video / Chereè Kinnear / Getty / Photosport
How a school competition is helping to create Olympic champions
Selestino Ravutaumada and Ngarohi McGarvey Black were in the Rotorua Boys High 1st XV.
Black Ferns sevens great played through facial fractures to win gold
Sarah Hirini has revealed the extent of her injury as her side went back to back.
Elliott Smith: Why All Blacks won't rush to Olympic Sevens
The lure of the Olympics seems stronger for the public than for rugby players.
One of Emma Twigg's boats could bring her a gold medal. Another is already behind the bar
Napier bar The Pavilion will be ground zero for rowing fans for 30 minutes of high drama.
The reason behind rowers' medal spree - with more yet to come
A now-familiar sight was was once again seen at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium.
Olympian Ilona Maher looking for love in Paris, All Blacks appear on the The Bachelorette
Matchmaking, viral TikToks and the fans who want Maher to step into reality TV.
New Zealand's best medal chances on day seven
All you need to know about today’s action at the Paris Olympics.
Is Russia at the Olympics and what is ‘AIN’?
The issue of Russia and Belarus athletes at the Olympics remains a contentious subject.
Glory at a price: How the Olympics breaks athletes’ bodies
New York Times: Olympians can list their injuries as readily as their achievements.
Sisters' rowing bronze 'something really special'
Whanganui female rowers have made the podium at every Olympics since 2012.