It's a banner day for Kiwi athletics.

The late Sir Peter Snell's 62-year-old 800m national record has been broken by James Preston at a meet in Germany - by point two six (0.26) of a second.

It's an Olympic qualifying mark - pending selection by the national committee.

Preston says he's incredibly proud.

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It's a banner day for Kiwi athletics.
The late Sir Peter Snell's 62-year-old 800m national record has been broken by James Preston at a meet in Germany - by point two six (0.26) of a second.
It's an Olympic qualifying mark - pending selection by the national committee.
Preston says he's incredibly proud.
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.

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James Preston: Kiwi middle-distance runner on breaking Sir Peter Snell’s national record

This week, James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined D'Arcy to discuss the Black Caps' loss to India, the All Blacks' team selections and all the action from the Rugby League World Cup.

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This week, James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined D'Arcy to discuss the Black Caps' loss to India, the All Blacks' team selections and all the action from the Rugby League World Cup.
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James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on the Black Caps' loss to India, the All Blacks' team selections and the Rugby League World Cup

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The Breakers are set to face off against the Cairns Taipans this evening, but one team veteran is set to face a big milestone.

Reuben Te Rangi celebrates his 400th match in the league he's been playing in since 2012.

He joined D'Arcy to look back on his career ahead of tonight's game.

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The Breakers are set to face off against the Cairns Taipans this evening, but one team veteran is set to face a big milestone.
Reuben Te Rangi celebrates his 400th match in the league he's been playing in since 2012.
He joined D'Arcy to look back on his career ahead of tonight's game.
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Reuben Te Rangi:  Breakers guard speaks ahead of 400th NBL game

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The Kiwis are gearing up for their next Rugby League World Cup match in Christchurch - where they're set to face the Cook Islands.

This follows the Kiwis' 24-22 defeat to the Australians last week, and they're hoping to do better this time round.

Kiwis assistant coach Slade Griffin joined D'Arcy to discuss ahead of the match.

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The Kiwis are gearing up for their next Rugby League World Cup match in Christchurch - where they're set to face the Cook Islands.
This follows the Kiwis' 24-22 defeat to the Australians last week, and they're hoping to do better this time round.
Kiwis assistant coach Slade Griffin joined D'Arcy to discuss ahead of the match.
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Slade Griffin: Kiwis assistant coach previews upcoming World Cup clash against the Cook Islands

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James Preston: Kiwi middle-distance runner on breaking Sir Peter Snell’s national record

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