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FIFA receives four expressions of interest for 2027 Women's World Cup

FIFA receives four expressions of interest for 2027 Women's World Cup A total of four bids have been received to host the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, it has been announced.
 

Paris 2024


Paris 2024 reveals flotilla of boats signed up for historic Opening Ceremony along Seine

Paris 2024 reveals flotilla of boats signed up for historic Opening Ceremony along Seine Paris 2024 has advanced its proposal for the historic Olympic Games Opening Ceremony along the Seine, with 42 river companies committed to its ambitious plans.

Tickets: Paris 2024 announces four million apply for individual Olympic tickets in second phase

Accommodation: Study suggests 130,000 to list accommodation on Airbnb for Paris 2024 tourists

Marathon: Paris 2024 Marathon for All to take place after men's Olympic race

Sustainability: Energy-saving electrical power terminals to be installed in time for Paris 2024

 

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Milan Cortina 2026


Bach confident that Milan Cortina 2026 preparations will go according to plan

Bach confident that Milan Cortina 2026 preparations will go according to plan International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach has expressed his confidence about preparations for the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Speed skating: Milan the unanimous choice for speed skating at 2026 Winter Olympics

Society: GEN26 Education Programme launched to inspire youth for Milan Cortina 2026

 

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Russian Olympic single sculls silver medallist Prakatsen may row for Uzbekistan at Paris 2024

Russian Olympic single sculls silver medallist Prakatsen may row for Uzbekistan at Paris 2024  Hanna Prakatsen, winner of women's single sculls silver for the Russian Olympic Committee at Tokyo 2020, has switched to represent Uzbekistan in order to compete internationally and may be able to take part at Paris 2024.

ALBA Games: Russia seek strengthened ties with Latin America during ALBA Games

Swimming: Russian European champion swimmer to switch allegiance to France for World Championships

 

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African Games


Rugby officials praise "extraordinary" African Games stadium in Accra

Rugby officials praise  

Rugby Africa officials have visited a new rugby stadium under construction in Accra for the African Games and insisted it will help Ghanaian rugby "take centre stage" and inspire other nations on the same path.

Athletics: Powell to feature at sprint training summit in Ghana prior to African Games

Football: Ofosu-Asare urges Ghana to shift focus from football before African Games

 

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Governing bodies


Armenia target global events after successful European Weightlifting Championships

Armenia target global events after successful European Weightlifting Championships Armenia has set a target of winning 25 Olympic gold medals by 2050 and is also using sport, and its biggest national stars, to achieve goals in health and tourism.

Rugby: FFR's Buisson to go up against Grill for Presidency after Laporte corruption scandal

Gymnastics: Bach joins celebrities in congratulating Olympic champion Biles on wedding

Netball: England Netball appoints Nelson and Foster to drive professionalisation of sport

Athletics: World Athletics releases "Kids' Athletics Day at home" toolkit for those without access to activities

 

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Today's blog


Mike Rowbottom: Sifan Hassan and the art of winning a marathon without actually knowing how

 Mike Rowbottom: Sifan Hassan and the art of winning a marathon without actually knowing how How to explain Sifan Hassan? If she were in Friends, she would be Phoebe. She has that same unpredictability - you think she might be an airhead and then - boom! - she gets right to the point.
 

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Undefeated streaks extended by Japan and Norway at World Mixed Doubles Championship

Undefeated streaks extended by Japan and Norway at World Mixed Doubles Championship Japan and Norway have extended their undefeated runs to four wins apiece at the World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship after day three at the Gangneung Curling Centre.

Chess: Nepomniachtchi closes in on FIDE World Championship title after Game 11 draw

Canoeing: Australia finish New Zealand & Oceania Canoe Sprint Championships on top

Golf: Vu prevails over Yin in Chevron Championship playoff to earn first major

Cycling: Tokyo 2020 champion Mitchell earns home gold at UCI Track Nations Cup in Milton

Snooker: Selby to face fellow four-time world champion Higgins at World Snooker Championship quarter-finals

Softball: Australia edge out Japan to lift inaugural WBSC Under-23 Men's Softball World Cup

Badminton: Badminton Asia Championships beginning five-year stint in Dubai

 

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Events Consultant - ITF - Roehampton, London, United Kingdom

Events Consultant - ITF - Roehampton, London, United Kingdom We are recruiting for an experienced Events Consultant with a proven track record in event organisation and operations within sport to work on the Billie Jean King Cup and / or Davis Cup Finals and other events within the Major Events department. We are looking for someone who is fluent in English and Spanish and previous experience working in tennis is desirable. This a fixed term contract for a minimum of 6 months and maximum 12 month contract. International Tennis Federation (ITF) is the world governing body of tennis. Founded in 1913, its purpose is to ensure the long-term growth and sustainability of the sport, delivering tennis for future generations in association with its 213 member nations.