The New Zealand women’s hockey team featuring Nelson’s Anita McLaren and Kelsey Smith began their Olympic campaign in Rio with a comfortable 4-1 win over South Korea.
New Zealand made light work, as expected of the South Koreans as they continue their charge towards a medal which has eluded the team over the past two campaigns.
Nelson cyclist George Bennett finished a gritty 33rd in a gruelling Men’s Road Race to complete a busy schedule of racing after his efforts in the Tour de France.