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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine
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Every Saturday and Sunday afternoon, Weekend Sport on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.
Whether it's on the international stage, or at the grassroots, we talk to the players, coaches, our sport correspondents and journalists, and most importantly... you.
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"No curb on alcohol intake at LIV Golf" - Jamie Mackay
LIV Golf is back in Adelaide for another year. The Country's Jamie Mackay headed along to see what it's all about, calling in to give Piney the rundown. He told...
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"Rugby was always the reason I came to New Zealand" - Anton Segner
From Germany to NZ, Anton Segner has become one of the best players on these shores. He’s starting on the blind-side for the Blues tonight, as the Reds host them...
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All Blacks selection "not talked about internally" - Brett Cameron
Tonight will see the Hurricanes clash against a wounded Brumbies side. The team has won their first eight matches, favoured to win in tonight’s game. Piney caught...
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"Brumbies need to win to be considered a serious contender" - Brett McKay
After a humbling loss at the hands of the Blues, the Brumbies are hosting the Hurricanes in tonight’s Super Rugby match. Our backup Australian Correspondent Brett...
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Reigniting the excitement in Super Rugby will be a 'team effort'
Super Rugby has a new CEO. Jack Mesley is currently the CCO of A-Leagues will begin his new role when the current A-League season comes to an end. Chair of Super...
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Macey Fraser: "Excited to see what I can do"
Wellington Phoenix star Macey Fraser is off to the United States after Utah Royals paid the Phoenix a record transfer fee to secure her services. Piney catches...
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Cameron Avery: "2023 was a breakout year for me"
Marathon runner Cameron Avery is gearing up to try and qualify for the Olympic marathon, in just his second ever full marathon when he runs the Vienna Marathon. Piney...
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Greg Murphy: Heimgartner never made any mistakes
Kiwi Andre Heimgartner became the first person to win a Supercars race at Taupo. Piney caught up with Supercars legend Greg Murphy to get the wash up from day 1...
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James McOnie: Crusaders still have a chance to make the playoffs
The Crusaders slumped to another defeat, this time at the hands of the Western Force in a battle for the Wooden Spoon. Piney discusses this with James McOnie, along...
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Nigel Avery: NZOC's job to "optimize athletes performances on the day"
With the Olympics now less than 100 days away, Piney caught up with the Team NZ's Chef de Mission Nigel Avery to discuss how the preparations are going for the Olympic...
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Warriors signing of James Fisher-Harris was a well-kept secret
The Warriors have been one of the biggest stories across the ditch with their coup. Their signing of James Fisher-Harris was a well-kept secret, a thing that’s...
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"We just have to be tough": Blues coach ahead of tonight's clash
The Blues and Brumbies are standing on equal ground leading into tonight’s clash. Each team has only lost one match, the Blues standing above the Brumbies on the...
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Win against Drua "wasn't perfect" - Hurricanes assistant breaks down the match
The Hurricanes are now 8 for 8 in Super Rugby. They picked up a win in Suva against the Fijian Drua, taking the win by 23 points. Assistant Coach Jamie Mackintosh...
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"Great to have a brand new track on the calendar" - Supercars Legend Craig Lowndes
Supercars has made its return to New Zealand’s tracks this weekend. The Taupō Super400 kicked off yesterday afternoon at the Taupō International Motorsport Park...
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"Best I've seen the Dragons play in years" - NZ Herald League writer
The NZ Warriors have been humbled in Wollongong as they fell to a heavy defeat against the struggling Dragons. The Australian league steamrolled the Warriors,...
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Jordie Barrett's unique sabbatical choice evoked "a real admiration" -NZR GM
Jordie Barrett has broken the trend, heading off to Ireland for his rugby sabbatical at the end of this year as opposed to Japan. He’s also the first player to...
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"I believe I'll come back a better rugby player": Jordie Barrett on his unique sabbatical choice
Many All Blacks will use a sabbatical to rest the body or grow their bank balance — both reasonable priorities for high-performance athletes. Jordie Barrett, however,...
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Warriors CEO answers your questions on Weekend Sport
The New Zealand Warriors are flying high in the NRL – coming within one game of the Grand Final in 2023. They’ve continued their form this season sitting firmly...
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Football Fever: Last minute ecstasy
Piney and Bonnie review the Phoenix's thrilling 1-0 win over Victory and assess their Premier's Plate chances. LISTEN ABOVE
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World Snooker Championships 2024: What can we expect from this year's event?
Ahead of this year's World Snooker Championships, commentator Alisha Singh joined Piney to discuss the event. LISTEN ABOVE
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James McOnie: Are the Hurricanes our Super Rugby favourites?
James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to talk about the ongoing Super Rugby season, the Warriors' latest draw, and the Masters tournament. LISTEN ABOVE
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Warriors v Sea Eagles: Both teams reach 22-all draw
The Warriors have clawed their way to a 22-all draw with the Sea Eagles in their NRL contest at Mt Smart. The home side overcame an 8-point deficit with a minute...
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'Shocked, disappointed': Bay Oval to miss out on hosting Black Caps test against England
The Bay Oval board can't believe they've missed out on a Black Caps test match against England. Christchurch, Wellington and Hamilton will host the three-match pre-Christmas...
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Masters Tournament: Ryan Fox slides down the leaderboard
Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox has slid down the leaderboard after a frustrating third round at golf's Masters. Fox has signed for a five-over 77 round to be four-over for...
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Niall Williams-Guthrie: Super Rugby Aupiki has been "unreal"
Super Rugby Aupiki reaches its climax this afternoon as the Blues Women hosts Chiefs Manawa in the final. The Blues are entering the game with a five-win, one-loss...