Botswana Golden Grand Prix 2026 to Be Upgraded as Precursor to World Relays
After 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.
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Kirsty Coventry: A Controversial Bid for the IOC Presidency
The 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.
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Esports World Cup 2025 Returns to Saudi Arabia with Record-Breaking Prize Pool
This July, the Esports World Cup (EWC) will make a comeback in Saudi Arabia, bringing together surprise new additions like CrossFire and classic games such as League of Legends, Valorant, Counter-Strike 2, and Dota 2. The event is set to attract over 2,000 players, 200 clubs, and 24 games, with a staggering prize pool of €61.5 million, marking a new historical high.
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FIH's Digital Triumph: Strong Social Media Performance at Paris 2024 Olympics
Tayyab 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."
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Flag Football: The Rapidly Rising Sport Empowering Young American Girls
From parks across the United States to various championships, a quiet sports revolution is taking shape. Driven by the now - attainable dream of becoming a member of the flag football team at the Los Angeles Olympics, girls and teenagers are hitting the fields to engage in this non - contact sport. A non - tackling version of traditional American football, flag football was barely known just six years ago but has now emerged as the fastest - growing sport among young American women.
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Cricket's Inconsistent Participation in the Asian Games
Cricket enjoys great popularity across the Asian continent, yet its involvement in the Asian Games has been rather limited. Among the previous 19 editions of the Asian Games, it has only been present in three.
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IOC Announces Seven New Research Projects in Advanced Olympic Research Grant Programme
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the selection of seven research projects for the 11th edition of the Advanced Olympic Research Grant Programme, which is managed by the IOC’s Olympic Studies Centre (OSC). The chosen projects were selected for their academic quality and relevance to the IOC’s defined priority research areas for the Olympic Movement.
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Trump Approves $1B Security Funding, California Panel Debates 2028 LA Olympics Challenges
With three years to go until the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, the U.S. government and California lawmakers are ramping up preparations. On July 4, President Donald Trump signed H.R. 1, the "One Beautiful Act," allocating $1 billion to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Olympic-related security, planning, and operational costs . This marks the largest federal investment in Olympic security since the 2002 Salt Lake City Games, reflecting concerns over potential threats and logistical complexities.
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IOC Raises Concerns Over India’s 2036 Olympic Bid, Citing Governance and Doping Issues
The IOC has reportedly cooled India’s enthusiasm for hosting the 2036 Summer Olympics, highlighting three key obstacles: governance issues, doping problems, and underwhelming competitive performance, according to The Indian Express. These concerns were shared during a recent meeting in Lausanne with an Indian delegation led by IOA President PT Usha and Gujarat Sports Minister Harsh Sanghvi.
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2026 World Cup: Scientists Warn of "Most Climate-Damaging" Tournament in Football History
The next FIFA World Cup, featuring 48 teams, 104 matches, and 16 venues across three North American countries, is set to be a massive event—but scientists warn it could also be "the most climate-damaging tournament in football history." The alert comes from a report by Scientists for Global Responsibility and was highlighted by UK outlet The Independent.
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Scalo Romana Olympic Village Ready for Athletes, Poised for Post-Games Legacy
The 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.
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ICAS 2024 Financial Report: IOC Funds Less Than 1/3 of CAS Operations
The International Council of Arbitration for Sport (ICAS) released its 2024 financial statements, clarifying a frequently asked question: How much of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) funding comes from the IOC? Total operating revenue reached 24.15 million Swiss francs (CHF) (1 CHF = 1.26 USD), with a clear breakdown of sources.
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Hamburg Unveils Floating Venue Plan for Potential 2036+ Olympic Bid, 15 Years After First Attempt
Hamburg has revealed an ambitious proposal for a Summer Olympics and Paralympics bid—15 years after its last attempt—featuring a floating venue on the iconic Binnenalster lake in the city center. The plan aims to redefine urban Olympic experiences, drawing inspiration from Paris 2024’s stadium-breaking innovations.
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Sports Take Center Stage at 4th International Development Finance Conference; IOC’s Prince Feisal Highlights Its Role in Economic and Social Change
Sports emerged as a key focus at the 4th International Development Finance Conference, where International Olympic Committee (IOC) Member HRH Prince Feisal Al Hussein emphasized that sports are far more than a form of entertainment—they act as a powerful tool for economic and social transformation.
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Organizing Committee for the 2030 French Alps Olympic and Paralympic Games Advances Preparations with Key Senior Recruitment
The 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.
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