Playing consistent rugby for the Blues is the priority for midfielder Roger Tuivasa-Sheck

The former Warriors fullback has made six appearances for the Auckland franchise this season, with his code switch driven by the prospect of playing for the All Blacks at next year's Rugby World Cup in France.

Tuivasa-Sheck says international duties aren't crossing his mind.



Olympic champion rowers Grace Prendergast and Kerri Williams will resume their partnership on the water next month for the first time since Tokyo.

New Zealand Rowing's named the pair to compete at two World Cup events in Europe next month - starting at Henley and then Lucerne.



There's a real sense of optimism among the New Zealand Sail GP team preparing for the season three opener in Bermuda this weekend.

The Peter Burling and Blair Tuke led team had an inconsistent debut season, finishing fifth among the eight teams.

This season there are more events and two more teams and grinder Josh Junior believes they will be more competitive.