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2026 World Cup: Scientists Warn of "Most Climate-Damaging" Tournament in Football History2026 World Cup: Scientists Warn of "Most Climate-Damaging" Tournament in Football History
French Fencer Ysaora Thibus Cleared of Doping Charges, CAS Accepts "Kiss Transmission" DefenseFrench Fencer Ysaora Thibus Cleared of Doping Charges, CAS Accepts "Kiss Transmission" Defense
Hockey's Digital Triumph: Expanding Horizons and Winning HeartsHockey's Digital Triumph: Expanding Horizons and Winning HeartsThe FIH Hockey5s World Cup, along with events like the Nations Cup, has significantly broadened the narrative scope of hockey. These competitions have not only spotlighted emerging teams but also underscored the sport's global allure. By featuring teams from various corners of the world, they have added new dimensions to the hockey story, highlighting the sport's growth beyond traditional powerhouses.
Baseball's Return to the Olympics in Los Angeles 2028: Progress and UncertaintyBaseball's Return to the Olympics in Los Angeles 2028: Progress and UncertaintyPreparations are underway for baseball's return to the Olympic program in Los Angeles 2028. However, a key issue remains unresolved - whether MLB players will participate. This is a matter of great concern for event organizers and stakeholders.
Scalo Romana Olympic Village Ready for Athletes, Poised for Post-Games LegacyScalo Romana Olympic Village Ready for Athletes, Poised for Post-Games LegacyThe Scalo Romana Olympic Village is set to welcome athletes for this winter’s games, having been completed in 900 days—one month ahead of schedule, according to Designboom. The milestone marks a key step in preparations for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Plan Ahead: LA2028 Olympic Schedule Unveiled Three Years Before OpeningPlan Ahead: LA2028 Olympic Schedule Unveiled Three Years Before OpeningWith exactly three years to go until its July 14, 2028 opening, the Los Angeles 2028 Organizing Committee released its first sport-by-sport, date-specific competition schedule on Monday, July 14. For fans and travelers, this marks the perfect time to start planning for the Games.
International Testing Agency Welcomes New Board Member, Reviews Strategic Plan ProgressInternational Testing Agency Welcomes New Board Member, Reviews Strategic Plan ProgressAt its semi-annual meeting last month, the Board of the International Testing Agency (ITA) welcomed Ms. Dagmawit Girmay Berhane and reviewed progress on its 2023-2026 strategic plan. As of June, 91% of 152 projects had either been completed or were underway.
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.
FIH's Digital Triumph: Strong Social Media Performance at Paris 2024 OlympicsFIH's Digital Triumph: Strong Social Media Performance at Paris 2024 OlympicsTayyab Ikram, President of the International Hockey Federation (FIH), lauded the organization's digital success, stating, "The FIH and the sport of hockey delivered an outstanding overall social media performance during the 2024 Paris Olympics. This reflects our continuous efforts to enhance digital services and bring the sport closer to millions of fans. These achievements are truly inspiring. We will spare no effort; I have established a dedicated task force within the FIH, focusing on boosting fan engagement."
Brazilian Olympic Committee Launches 2028 LA Olympics Strategic Prep, Building on Paris 2024 SuccessBrazilian Olympic Committee Launches 2028 LA Olympics Strategic Prep, Building on Paris 2024 SuccessThe Brazilian Olympic Committee (COB) has initiated strategic preparations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, focusing on logistics, planning, and cross-departmental collaboration—all built on Team Brazil’s strong performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. With three years to go until the 34th Olympic Games, the COB gathered all key departments for a meeting to officially launch its strategic roadmap. The session reviewed key tasks and shared updates from a recent inspection trip to California.
Organizing Committee for the 2030 French Alps Olympic and Paralympic Games Advances Preparations with Key Senior RecruitmentOrganizing Committee for the 2030 French Alps Olympic and Paralympic Games Advances Preparations with Key Senior RecruitmentThe Organizing Committee for the 2030 French Alps Olympic and Paralympic Games (hereafter referred to as the “Committee”) is pressing ahead with preparations, and has now launched recruitment for four key senior positions. These strategically significant roles aim to steadily build a team capable of delivering its ambitious vision.
London Mayor Expresses Interest in Bidding for 2040 OlympicsLondon Mayor Expresses Interest in Bidding for 2040 OlympicsLondon Mayor Sadiq Khan has expressed his interest in bidding for the 2040 Olympics as part of his ambitious vision to transform the British capital into a world - leading sports hub. However, reports suggest that Madrid and Munich are also vying for the opportunity to host this prestigious event.
LA 2028 Olympics: Investing in Youth SportsLA 2028 Olympics: Investing in Youth SportsThe host city of the upcoming Summer Olympics has officially applied to the Organizing Committee of the 34th Olympic Games for $33.1 million (30.9 million euros) to support the "PlayLA" project from 2025 to 2026. This is a crucial move aimed at increasing the participation of young people in the years leading up to the Olympics. As a positive legacy project of the 2028 Olympics, the program, which initially started with only the swimming event, has experienced a difficult beginning. It was severely hampered by the global outbreak of the H1N1 influenza pandemic. However, as everything has retur
Los Angeles Unveils Ambitious 2028 Olympic Schedule, Third Hosting MilestoneLos Angeles Unveils Ambitious 2028 Olympic Schedule, Third Hosting MilestoneWith exactly three years until the opening ceremony, the Los Angeles 2028 Organizing Committee (LA28) revealed its first official competition schedule Monday, marking a historic milestone for the city’s third Olympic Games and first Paralympics. The schedule introduces major structural shifts, including reorganized sports timelines and expanded youth engagement initiatives, aiming to create a "once-in-a-lifetime experience" for athletes and global audiences.
IOC President - Elect to Attend OCA's 45th General AssemblyIOC President - Elect to Attend OCA's 45th General AssemblyThe Asian Olympic Council (OCA) has announced that the newly - elected President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), who emerged victorious in a highly competitive election in March this year, will travel to Kuwait, a Middle Eastern country, to attend the 45th General Assembly of the OCA next month.
Squash's Long-Awaited Olympic Debut at LA 2028 Olympics to Be Relatively ModestSquash's Long-Awaited Olympic Debut at LA 2028 Olympics to Be Relatively ModestAfter the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed that the athlete quota for squash at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will be 16 men and 16 women, the long-anticipated Olympic debut of this racket sport is set to be somewhat low-key. This quota is only half of the initially proposed number.
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.
China's Inaugural AI - Driven Robot Games Kick Off in WuxiChina's Inaugural AI - Driven Robot Games Kick Off in WuxiChina's first - ever AI - driven robot games have opened in Wuxi, a city in eastern China near Shanghai. These games mark a significant step as AI emerges from the laboratory to face the most human - like physical challenge: competition.
