Suzanne McFaddenLockerRoom·2 Jun, 2026 05:18 AM9 mins to readWhite Ferns legend Suzie Bates (right) and former discus world champion Beatrice Faumuinā have been recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours. Photo / Photosport Suzanne McFadden for LockerRoomDuring her seven-season reign as captain of the White Ferns, Suzie Bates was called Queenie by her teammates. From the moment Beatrice Faumuinā became the world’s best discus thrower in 1997, she’s been known as Queen Bea.
From today, both queens of Kiwi sport will also
