The International Testing Agency (ITA) has published its data for the past year. It covers work with more than 15,000 athletes and 65 Independent Federations. 485 potential anti-doping rule violations were handled. The ITA increased its revenue by €27.151 million. The 2023-2026 Strategic Plan continues.

Amir Orfia, president of SwissBoxing, addressed a letter to the members of the Swiss Boxing Federation to outline the current scenario and the difficult situation following the announcement of the withdrawal of national subsidies as of 31 December 2024,

A leg injury forced the champion to withdraw from the European Championships in Rome as a precaution. She has already qualified for the Olympics, so she doesn't have the same pressure as some of her teammates. This will be the British athlete's fourth opportunity to win an Olympic medal, having withdrawn from Tokyo 2020 due to injury.

The Brazilian, who has been suspended for doping but is appealing the decision, had been granted permission by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to compete in his home country this weekend but failed to reach the required 5.82m for Paris 2024, registering a jump of 5.65m.

Never before has Scotland won so many national awards in recognition of their innovation and commitment to school sport. 258 schools across Scotland have been awarded a Gold Award, with more than 222 schools achieving a Silver Award and 143 schools achieving a Bronze Award.

The route was full of symbolism, breathtaking views and places of remembrance. The Lac de Madine and a rowing relay on the Meuse were the highlights of a relay that ended with three-time judo world champion Amandine Buchard lighting the cauldron.

The Grand Boucle will start this Saturday in Florence and, for the first time in its history, will end outside the gates of Paris. The best version of Pogacar will face the uncertainty of defending champion Vingegaard, who is coming back from a serious crash in April. 21 stages, 3,498 kilometres, two crossings of the Alps and a final time trial in Nice. A plot worthy of Alfred Hitchcock.

IBA President Umar Kremlev met with Zimbabwean President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa and agreed to the organisation of a sporting event that would showcase some of the country's young talent. The IBA also pledged to support the grassroots of national boxing by improving facilities and providing equipment to facilitate training.

It is now official. This Wednesday, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Executive Board ratified the proposal to add Para Climbing to the LA 2028 sports programme. This is the first time a sport has been added to the Paralympic programme by an Organising Committee. It will join the 22 sports already included.

The mayor has been critical of President Emmanuel Macron's decision to call snap elections "without consultation with anyone". Hidalgo proclaims that this could "undermine this beautiful moment", referring to the potential impact the elections could have on the Olympic Games.

IBA President Umar Kremlev and the President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Adekunle Tinubu, exchanged ideas and projects during a meeting. Kremlev also expressed his desire to help restore gyms and facilities. Nigeria will host a boxing tournament in August.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) in France has projected a video onto the Eiffel Tower and other iconic landmarks in the French capital. The video shows the results of an investigation into the mistreatment of animals for their skins. PETA is targeting parent companies such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Fendi directly.

The Montenegrin city of Budva will be the venue for the competition, which will take place from 20 October to 6 November 2024. This will be the first time the event has been held in the Adriatic city. It will be the fifth edition to feature both men's and women's boxers together since the merger in 2014 in Sofia, Bulgaria.

The Olympic Village restaurant welcomed athletes, politicians and journalists for a trial run on Wednesday with vegetarian dishes, local cuisine and not a fast-food restaurant in sight. To combat the sweltering heat, the aim is to provide healthy food options.