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IOC credits Beijing 2022 progress amid pandemic
The International Olympic Committee's Coordination Commission for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics has praised China’s preparation efforts.
“There’s going to be a strong trend towards localisation” | Andrew Messick, Ironman
Ironman Group chief executive Andrew Messick talks about the three steps the world's largest mass participation business has taken to minimise commercial impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Madrid mayor says city in talks to host Champions League final
The Mayor of Madrid has indicated the city is in talks with Uefa about hosting this year’s Champions League final, should the governing body decide to move the event from Istanbul because of the Covid-19 p…
NBA faces condensed 2020-21 season
The 2020-21 National Basketball Association season is likely to be condensed in order to allow the league to remain as close as possible to its current schedule format
Round-Up: AFL stadium opened, Pacquiao presidential bid, World Athletics losses, and more
Several thousand fans will be permitted to attend the Australian Football League game between the Adelaide Crows and Port Adelaide at the Adelaide Oval this Saturday night
Chinese Super League ‘may not return’ in 2020
The Chinese Super League is running out of time to restart and is in danger of not being able to complete its 2020 season, according to media reports
UFC’s “Fight Island” to be held at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has announced that its much-hyped "Fight Island" will be located on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, a popular tourist destination in the Middle East.
LPGA loses major as Evian Championship is called off
The Ladies Professional Golf Association Tour has lost its first major championship of the year in the wake of the global Covid-19 pandemic after the Evian Championship was called off.
Extreme E turns to virtual reality hospitality experience
Electric SUV off-road racing series Extreme E has unveiled its plans for providing a virtual hospitality experience for its races
MyCujoo strengthens CBF ties with e-Brasileirão deal
Football streaming platform MyCujoo has ramped up its association with the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) by agreeing a deal to live stream its esports competition
Returning crowds for Super Rugby Aotearoa will bring welcome cash injection
The opening games of the planned mini-series between New Zealand’s five Super Rugby teams are heading for substantial attendances.
Former Cricket Australia chief Sutherland to lead Live Entertainment Industry Forum
Former Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland has been appointed as chair of the Live Entertainment Industry Forum (LEIF), a grouping of Australia’s largest live event businesses designed to…
IBU announces candidates to host 2024 and 2025 World Championships
The International Biathlon Union has confirmed the line-up of candidate cities bidding to host its Biathlon World Championships in 2024 and 2025
Brazilian Football Confederation launches R$115m credit line for clubs
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has opened up a credit line worth up to R$115m (€21.2m/$23.8
MLB looks for audience lift in reformatted Draft
The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic helped lead to a dramatic reduction in the number of rounds for the MLB Draft. But the league and its media partners are still hoping for lift among a competition-starved fan base
Yanmar extends sponsorship of AFF Suzuki Cup
Japanese diesel engine manufacturer Yanmar has renewed its sponsorship of the AFF Suzuki Cup to cover this year’s tournament, the company’s third partnership with the championship.
Brazil pulls out of 2023 Women’s World Cup race
The Asia-Pacific region could host the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup after Brazil withdrew its candidacy, boosting the chances of Japan and Australia and New Zealand's combined bid.
Round-Up: Tokyo governor’s Olympic worry, Sydney wants Fury fight, Saudi to sponsor virtual Le Mans, and more
The governor of Tokyo has questioned whether the Olympic Games can go ahead next year without an international deal on travel and quarantine