Diamond League finals to alternate between Zurich and Brussels from 2024 to 2027
The finals of the Diamond League athletics series will be held alternately in Zurich and Brussels between 2024 and 2027 following a decision by the league’s general assembly, World Athletics has announced.
BWF ‘recoups’ financial position with $19.7m profit
Badminton World Federation president Poul-Erik Høyer has hailed the international federation’s return to financial health after it posted a $19.7m (€18.7m) profit for the 2021 calendar year.
Covid-19 continues to plague Diamond League events in China, rugby in Japan
The two Diamond League athletics events due to take place in China later this year have been cancelled because of the country’s quarantine requirements and travel restrictions, World Athletics has announced.
Adani Group acquires UAE T20 League team
Indian conglomerate Adani Group has acquired a franchise in the new UAE T20 League cricket competition
IMG to produce and distribute Manchester United-Liverpool friendly
Bangkok-based events organiser Fresh Air Festival has appointed IMG to produce and distribute broadcast coverage of the forthcoming pre-season friendly match between Manchester United and Liverpool
Foxtel plans Kayo price hike as streaming subscribers grow
Australian broadcaster Foxtel has increased the price of Kayo Sports after reporting a big jump in subscribers at the sports streaming service during financial results for the first quarter this year
Oppo Italia expands AC Milan sponsorship
Italian Serie A football club AC Milan has expanded its sponsorship deal with smartphone brand Oppo Italia
Chengdu Universiade postponed for second time
The forthcoming World University Games in the Chinese city of Chengdu have been postponed until next year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the International University Sports Federation (FISU) has announced
Asian Games postponed, Asian Youth Games cancelled due to Covid-19 pandemic
The forthcoming Asian Games in the Chinese city of Hangzhou have been postponed due to ongoing uncertainty caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the Olympic Council of Asia has announced
Thailand to host AFC Cup fixtures
Buriram in Thailand is to host group-stage matches from the forthcoming AFC Cup after Chinese Taipei relinquished its hosting rights due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Asian Football Confederation has announced