Waikato sports news
Hong Kong Jockey Club pays $625k for Savabeel colt at Karaka
The colt, from Trelawney Stud, will be trained in Australia before heading to Hong Kong.
Karaka Millions: Te Akau takes out mega money double at Ellerslie
Two fillies combined with two Australian jockeys to continue the stable's domination.
Karaka Millions: Orchestral claims 4yo mile after 10 magical seconds
Six months of doubt for Orchestral disappeared in just seconds at Ellerslie tonight.
YMP Waka Ama club shines with 6 golds at nationals
YMP Waka Ama Club dominated the junior races at the sprint nationals. Here's why.
Orchestral must shrug off bum notes of this season
She has strong backing for Karaka Millions night but recent showings have been below par.
Trainer’s party night advice: ‘Get on the Bourbon train’
Trainer Stephen Marsh sounds a little like a liquor salesman before the Karaka Millions.
Gisborne waka ama paddler Queen of Karāpiro once again
Akayshia Williams powers her way to a seventh victory in the blue-ribbon waka ama race.
Waka Ama Nationals 2025: First event without legendary paddler
New teams like Kiwi ki Tai pay tribute to Kiwi Campbell's skills and knowledge.
Up and Under: Kiwi Searancke - a rugby legend in Waikato and beyond
From player to coach, Searancke's impact on rugby spans decades, generations and countrie.
‘Incredibly grateful’: Ian Foster reacts to New Year Honour
The former All Blacks coach has been made a companion of the NZOM.
Hay and Duffy star as Black Caps seal series win
The Black Caps brushed aside Sri Lanka thanks to a quartet who missed the World Cup squad.
Taupō Cup opportunity ideal for Weatherley stayer
Trainers Darryn and Briar Weatherley will have only one runner at Taupō on Monday.
‘Beyond magical’: Rugby legends wed in fairy tale ceremony
Despite a few setbacks before their wedding, the pair had the best weekend of their lives.
Orchestral exhibition a likely pointer
The best horse at Ellerslie on New Year’s Day won’t even be racing.
Sport news from around NZ
Uefa Champions League: 18 matches at once to decide final 16 spots
The new format sees 18 games played at once, with knockout spots on the line.
Barrett backs NZ Rugby’s ‘backbone’ on eligibility rules
Barrett is back with the Blues after a season in Japan.
More Waikato sports news
'The right horse': Kennedy eyes victory in $500k Zabeel Classic
Jockey Warren Kennedy believes favourite Snazzytavi can win her first outing at Ellerslie.
Why La Crique’s return to 2000m racing is worth the wait
La Crique set for Group 1 return in Zabeel Classic at Ellerslie on Boxing Day.
Warren Gatland remains Wales coach but must 'change fortunes'
The Kiwi will coach Wales through the 2025 Six Nations.