FIE announces $1 million COVID-19 support plan
The International Fencing Federation (FIE) has unveiled a CHF1 million (£830,000/$1.05 million/€930,000) COVID-19 support plan for the sport.
Prize money worth £10 million to be distributed to players after Wimbledon cancellation
The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) has announced it will distribute a total of £10 million ($12.5 million/€11 million) in prize money to 620 players after the cancellation of this year’s Wimbledon due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Kipchoge sub-two hour marathon pacer given two-year ban over whereabouts failures
Kenya’s Alex Korio Oloitiptip has been banned for two-years after three whereabouts failures within a 12-month period.
Colombian Football Federation fined over World Cup ticket scam
The Colombian Football Federation (FCF) has been fined $4.9 million (£3.8 million/€4.3 million) over an alleged ticketing scam during qualification for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
Biles discusses Nassar abuse and reveals she was "broken" after Tokyo 2020 postponement
Four-time Olympic champion Simone Biles has discussed her experience of abuse at the hands of disgraced doctor Larry Nassar and revealed she was "broken" at the postponement of the Olympics in Tokyo as it meant staying with USA Gymnastics for another year.
Solheim Cup to remain in 2021 despite clash with Ryder Cup
Solheim Cup organisers confirmed the dates of the competition will not be impacted by the postponement of the Ryder Cup to 2021.
IBU and Russian Sports Ministry welcome Maigurov election as Russian Biathlon Union President
Viktor Maigurov has been elected President of the Russian Biathlon Union (RBU) on a two-year term, with the former world champion tasked with overseeing the efforts to restore the organisation's full membership of the International Biathlon Union (IBU).
England 1966 World Cup winner Jack Charlton dies at age of 85
The passing of Jack Charlton has severed another link with the only England team to win football’s World Cup.
Notre-Dame to be restored to original design in time for Paris 2024
Notre-Dame cathedral is set to be restored to its original design in time for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in the French capital.
ITTF announce new dates of World Team Table Tennis Championships
The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Executive Committee announced the World Team Table Tennis Championships in Busan will now take place from February 28 to March 7 2021.
Athens Marathon cleared to proceed as mass participation event in November
The Athens Marathon - and the postponed Athens Half Marathon - have been cleared to take place later this year, with social distancing restrictions.
First ever FIBA Esports Open proves a hit with fans around the globe
The first ever FIBA Esports Open has proved a hit with fans around the world, being broadcast in more than 100 different locations and receiving more than five million views on FIBA and National Federation social media channels.
UEC announce Plouay to host European Road Championships in August
European Cycling Union (UEC) has announced the French city Plouay will host the European Road Championships from August 24 to 28.
Philippine Olympic Committee seeking approval for Tokyo 2020 athletes to return to training
The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) is seeking approval for a return to training for athletes qualified for next year's Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Winners of first ever ISU Skating Awards announced
The winners of this year's International Skating Union (ISU) Skating Awards were announced today at a virtual ceremony.
