Events
UCI to launch Gravel World Series, continues to explore snow bike discipline
The International Cycling Union (UCI) has detailed plans to launch a new Gravel World Series in association with Belgian events organiser Golazo
Uefa doubles down on ‘real dangers’ of biennial World Cup
Uefa, football’s European governing body, has outlined four “real dangers” associated with the proposal by Fifa to make the World Cup a biennial event, hitting out at the world governing body’s “promot…
Madrid Mayor denies 2036 Olympics bid is underway
José Luis Martínez-Almeida, the Mayor of Madrid, has moved to deny that the city has formally begun putting together a bid to host the 2036 Olympics, contradicting Deputy Mayor, Begoña Villacís, who yes…
Vietnam given October deadline to make SEA Games decision
The Southeast Asian (SEA) Games Federation has given host Vietnam until October to decide on its plan for the postponed 2021 SEA Games, according to Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham Tolentino
Innovation and networking to the fore as SPORTEL returns to Monaco
SPORTEL CEO Laurent Puons outlines how the event, synonymous with the growth of the sports media sector, is ready to bring the industry together once again on its return to Monaco after a pandemic-enforced hiatus.
MLS, Liga MX revamp Leagues Cup into month-long, 47-team tournament
Major League Soccer and Mexico's Liga MX have unveiled a comprehensive revamp of the Leagues Cup to expand the regional club competition starting in 2023 into a month-long tournament initially involving…
Anthony Joshua pens ‘career-long’ Matchroom Boxing deal
Unified heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has signed a ‘career-long’ promotional deal with the Matchroom Boxing promoter.
Host selection process for 37th America’s Cup postponed
The search for a host venue for the 37th America’s Cup will continue after organisers announced they are extending the selection period in order to work through the final details of the sailing competition a…
Madrid Open contract extended, new court to be developed
A new deal has been struck for the Madrid Open tennis tournament to remain in the Spanish capital until 2030, with a new court to be constructed at La Caja Mágica as part of the agreement.
Halmstad Golf Club to host Scandinavian Mixed in 2022
The 2022 Scandinavian Mixed Hosted by Henrik and Annika will be held at Sweden’s Halmstad Golf Club on June 9-12 next year, organisers have announced.
New Zealand abandon Pakistan tour due to security concerns
The New Zealand's men's cricket team has abandoned its tour of Pakistan just minutes before the start of the first match, citing security concerns
Ironman adds races in Germany and France to 2022 calendar
The Ironman Group has added a new full-distance Ironman triathlon in Pays d'Aix-en-Provence, France and a half-distance Ironman 70.3 race in Dresden, Germany to its 2022 race calendar
Mariners plan $50m in ballpark upgrades with ASG selection
MLB club set to enhance home facility ahead of league jewel event in 2023
Kaka backs Orlando World Cup bid as Fifa delegation to visit
Retired Brazilian star finished his playing career for local MLS club
FA engages Pitch in four-year deal for new women’s international tournament
The Football Association is launching a new annual international women’s football tournament next year, in collaboration with the Pitch International agency.
YouGov Sport study: Extreme E debut provides Saudi Arabia with €47m economic boost
Extreme E’s inaugural event in Saudi Arabia in April delivered an economic impact of more than €47m ($55m), according to an assessment by international research and data analytics organisation YouGov Spo…
FIM eyes 10-year Supercross World Championship promoter deal
The International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) is looking for a ten-year agreement with a promoter of the new FIM Supercross World Championship after kicking off a tender process today (Wednesday)
GEF names host cities for first Global Esports Tour, signs FACEIT deal
The Global Esports Federation has announced that Los Angeles, Riyadh and Dubai will host events during the inaugural season of its Global Esports Tour, while FACEIT has been engaged as a strategic partner…