UK Eyes Athletics Championships to Regain Footing Post-Brexit and TurmoilUK Eyes Athletics Championships to Regain Footing Post-Brexit and Turmoil
Kentucky University Transforms Athletics Department with New LLCKentucky University Transforms Athletics Department with New LLC
Hamburg’s Olympic Bid Faces Backlash as City Prepares for Public VoteHamburg’s Olympic Bid Faces Backlash as City Prepares for Public Vote
French Alps 2030 Winter Olympics: A New Vision UnfoldsFrench Alps 2030 Winter Olympics: A New Vision Unfolds
World Athletics Adopts Cheek Swabs and Dry Blood Tests to Determine Female Athletes' Biological SexWorld Athletics Adopts Cheek Swabs and Dry Blood Tests to Determine Female Athletes' Biological SexRecently, World Athletics has announced that it has agreed to use cheek swabs and dry blood tests to determine whether athletes are biologically female, aiming to "uphold the fairness of the women's categories in sports competitions."
Edwin Moses Urges India to Reflect on True Intent of Bidding for Major Sporting EventsEdwin Moses Urges India to Reflect on True Intent of Bidding for Major Sporting EventsTwo - time Olympic champion Edwin Moses has urged India to reflect on its true intentions behind bidding for events like the 2030 Commonwealth Games and the Olympics. In an interview with the Press Trust of India (PTI) in Madrid during the 2025 Laureus Awards ceremony, Moses criticized India's approach to sports development.
Russian Gymnasts' Stance and the Changing Landscape of International SportsRussian Gymnasts' Stance and the Changing Landscape of International SportsThe president of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG), Morinari Watanabe, who ran for the presidency of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) earlier this year but lost to Kirsty Coventry from Zimbabwe, visited Ukraine and Russia in March, apparently to ease tensions. In last year's Paris Summer Olympics, only 15 Russian athletes participated, and all had to follow strict neutrality guidelines, being required to prove that they had no connection with the Russian military or security services. A similar arrangement seems likely for the Milan - Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Olympics
South Korea's North Jeolla Province Becomes Candidate Region for 2036 Olympics BidSouth Korea's North Jeolla Province Becomes Candidate Region for 2036 Olympics BidNorth Jeolla Province in South Korea has defeated the capital city of Seoul by 49 votes to 11 to become the candidate region for South Korea's bid to host the 2036 Summer Olympics.
Icelandic NOC Allocates €128,000 to Fund Young Athletes’ National Team ParticipationIcelandic NOC Allocates €128,000 to Fund Young Athletes’ National Team ParticipationThe Icelandic National Olympic Committee (NOC) has announced a €128,000 funding package to cover costs for 285 young athletes representing national teams between January and March. The initiative is part of a broader high-performance sports program approved in late 2023, aiming to boost youth athlete development.
French Fencer Ysaora Thibus Cleared of Doping Charges, CAS Accepts "Kiss Transmission" DefenseFrench Fencer Ysaora Thibus Cleared of Doping Charges, CAS Accepts "Kiss Transmission" DefenseFrench Olympic fencer Ysaora Thibus had her doping charges dismissed on Monday, after arbitrators accepted her defense that a positive drug test resulted from exposure to a banned substance via kissing her partner. The ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) echoes the 2009 verdict in tennis player Richard Gasquet’s famous "cocaine kiss case."
Russian Sports Minister Vows to Bid for Olympics Despite SanctionsRussian Sports Minister Vows to Bid for Olympics Despite SanctionsRussian Sports Minister and President of the Russian Olympic Committee, Mikhail Degtyarev, has revealed that Russia, currently under IOC sanctions, is preparing to submit bids for both the Summer and Winter Olympics, aiming to host the world - renowned sporting event for the third time.
Modern Pentathlon Loses 8 Spots for 2028 OlympicsModern Pentathlon Loses 8 Spots for 2028 OlympicsDespite being retained on the programme of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, the modern pentathlon will see its athlete quota reduced from 72 to 64. Among the 31 sports set to continue in the 2028 Games, only surfing (with 48 athletes) has a smaller entry, yet modern pentathlon has been an Olympic sport since 1912.
Challenges Mount for Los Angeles 2028 OlympicsChallenges Mount for Los Angeles 2028 OlympicsFor the organizers of the upcoming Los Angeles Summer Olympics, transportation, security and budget issues top the list of unresolved to - dos. Since the Donald Trump administration, organizers have been navigating a growing number of bureaucratic, political and social hurdles. In recent weeks, they have rolled out an updated venue plan. Although the arduous task of hosting the Olympics has rarely been a smooth - sailing affair, and various problems often crop up during the preparations for this comprehensive sports event,
IOC Tenders Olympic Broadcasting Rights, Eyes Cricket’s Potential Amid India’s 2036 Bid PushIOC Tenders Olympic Broadcasting Rights, Eyes Cricket’s Potential Amid India’s 2036 Bid PushThe International Olympic Committee (IOC) is launching an open tender for international broadcasting rights for upcoming Games while closely monitoring the prospect of a potential 2036 Olympic host in India—a country where cricket reigns as the most popular sport. The move aims to secure future regional sponsorship deals, strengthening its global financial position.
Athletes to Decide Six Seats on World Athletics Athletes’ Commission Ahead of Tokyo 2025Athletes to Decide Six Seats on World Athletics Athletes’ Commission Ahead of Tokyo 2025Ten promising athletes, a global stage, and six seats up for grabs. As World Athletics prepares for elections during the upcoming World Championships in Japan, the future of athlete representation lies once again in the hands of those who live it daily—the athletes themselves.
Germany Reconsiders Elite Sports Model: Public Demands Focus on Morality and InclusionGermany Reconsiders Elite Sports Model: Public Demands Focus on Morality and InclusionGermany is rethinking its elite sports model. A survey released this week by the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) shows that the public expects more from sports than just medals, calling for a national strategy centered on ethics, inclusivity, and social impact.
Kirsty Coventry: A Controversial Bid for the IOC PresidencyKirsty Coventry: A Controversial Bid for the IOC PresidencyThe former Olympic swimmer and current candidate for the presidency of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Kirsty Coventry, claims that her experience as a champion makes her the most suitable to succeed Thomas Bach in June this year. However, her controversial performance during her tenure as the Minister of Sports has cast doubts on her ability to translate her athletic success into effective leadership.
NBA Vice President Details League's Potential Expansion into European MarketNBA Vice President Details League's Potential Expansion into European MarketThis week, Mark Tatum, the vice president of the National Basketball Association (NBA), elaborated on the league's potential for entering the European market. However, he first emphasized that "the goal is not to replace the Euroleague," but rather to tap into Europe's "deep - rooted basketball traditions."
2028 LA Olympics Schedule Details: First Events, Medal, and Final Races Revealed2028 LA Olympics Schedule Details: First Events, Medal, and Final Races RevealedAdditional details emerged Monday on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics’ sport and venue schedule. The first events will start July 12—days before the opening ceremony—with team sports like cricket (Pomona Fairplex), handball (Long Beach Arena), and field hockey (Dignity Health Sports Park) kicking off at 9 a.m. local time. More early soccer prelims may be added later.
Botswana Golden Grand Prix 2026 to Be Upgraded as Precursor to World RelaysBotswana Golden Grand Prix 2026 to Be Upgraded as Precursor to World RelaysAfter the successful conclusion of the Botswana Golden Grand Prix in 2025, the event organizers have officially announced that the 2026 edition of the event will be comprehensively upgraded and will serve as a prelude to the World Relays Championships.
