Kiwi running phenom Sam Ruthe is out to set a world record.

The 15-year-old wants to become the youngest person to ever run a sub-four minute mile.

He's having a crack at Mt Smart tonight, and Newstalk ZB sports reporter Elijah Fa'afiu is there. 

Elijah spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on Sportstalk.

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Kiwi running phenom Sam Ruthe is out to set a world record.
The 15-year-old wants to become the youngest person to ever run a sub-four minute mile.
He's having a crack at Mt Smart tonight, and Newstalk ZB sports reporter Elijah Fa'afiu is there.&nbsp;
Elijah spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on Sportstalk.
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D'Arcy Waldegrave lives and breathes sport. He loves motorsport and revels in the torment of being a Warriors and Black Caps fan. Whatever the sport, big or small, he’s got a view. His non-stop enthusiasm sees him battle it out with a diverse selection of armchair commentators resulting in a sometimes explosive, but always compelling show weeknights 7pm-8pm on Newstalk ZB.

D'Arcy Waldegrave lives and breathes sport. He loves motorsport and revels in the torment of being a Warriors and Black Caps fan. Whatever the sport, big or small, he’s got a view.

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Elijah Fa'afiu: NZ Herald sports reporter on Sam Ruthe's bid to set a running record

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Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include:

NZ20 establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon on NZ Cricket backing the proposed NZ20 privatised franchise league.

Piney's power rankings!

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Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include:
NZ20 establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon on NZ Cricket backing the proposed NZ20 privatised franchise league.
Piney's power rankings!
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - March 23, 2026

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Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between.

This week, he talked about the Warriors' continued NRL success, Auckland FC striking out and the Hurricanes holding strong this Super Rugby season. 

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Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between.
This week, he talked about the Warriors' continued NRL success, Auckland FC striking out and the Hurricanes holding strong this Super Rugby season.&nbsp;
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Piney's Power Rankings: Hurricanes lead Super Rugby table and Warriors flying in NRL

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A T20 cricketing revolution is officially underway in New Zealand.

The governing body is backing the proposed NZ20 privatised franchise league as a preferred option for the domestic game next season, which already has major association and players' association support.

NZC say the decision is in principle only.

NZ20 establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon joined Piney to discuss.

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A T20 cricketing revolution is officially underway in New Zealand.
The governing body is backing the proposed NZ20 privatised franchise league as a preferred option for the domestic game next season, which already has major association and players' association support.
NZC say the decision is in principle only.
NZ20 establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon joined Piney to discuss.
LISTEN ABOVE

Don Mackinnon: head of NZ20 steering committee on NZ20 winning out as preferred option for NZ domestic T20 competition

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/c2f24dd8-5106-4e7d-b611-b416007eb346/transcript

Elijah Fa'afiu: NZ Herald sports reporter on Sam Ruthe's bid to set a running record

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