US telco Comcast has announced plans to spin off most its cable networks, which include USA Network, which frequently shows live sports as part of NBC’s media rights deals, and the Golf Channel.

Rolex has upgraded its SailGP sponsorship to become its first-ever title sponsor, having previously conditioned its support on the team sailing series going without such a designation.

US-based MMA promotion the Professional Fighters League has doubled down on its commitment to the gulf states, striking a hosting deal in the UAE that puts it in direct competition with UFC.

Ben Morel, the former Six Nations Rugby and NBA executive, is to step down next year as chief executive of LFP Media, the commercial rights entity of France’s Professional Football League.