Sports Major sporting events are increasingly important for Britain’s Olympic ambitions and plans through to Los Angeles 2028 We provide an overview of how Great Britain, through major sporting competitions, UK Sport investments and government strategy, is trying to strengthen the Olympic and Paralympic system, attract international events, increase economic impact and retain its place among the leading sporting nations. May 8, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports Berlin moves forward with the BERLIN+ plan for the Olympic Games, but the German race is only entering its key phase Find out why the Berlin Senate unanimously supported the BERLIN+ plan for a possible bid for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2036, 2040 or 2044. We bring an overview of the political decision, financial estimates, the role of the DOSB, competing German cities and the questions that will decide the future of the project. May 8, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports The IOC opened the door for Belarus to return to the Olympic system, while Russia remains under strict restrictions Find out what the International Olympic Committee's decision to lift restrictions on Belarusian athletes means and why Russian competitors can still compete only as neutral individuals. We provide an overview of the legal, sporting and anti-doping context ahead of qualification for the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028. May 8, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports Formula 1 and Liberty Media achieved strong revenue growth in the first quarter and exceeded Wall Street estimates Find out how Formula 1 and Liberty Media achieved strong revenue growth in the first quarter of 2026, with higher revenue from races, media rights, sponsorships and premium offerings. We provide an overview of the results, the role of MotoGP, the impact of the race calendar, the growth of the hospitality segment and the question of the sustainability of such momentum in the global motorsport business in the coming months. May 8, 2026 at 6:30 AM · Sports desk
Sports Newcastle United modernises St. James' Park: better service, accessibility and digital infrastructure We bring an overview of Newcastle United's new investments in St. James' Park, from the replacement of seats and modernisation of kiosks to the 5G network, better lighting, public address system and more accessible entrances. The club links the upgrades with fan feedback, while in the background a final decision on the stadium's long-term future is still awaited. May 7, 2026 at 4:48 PM · Sports desk
Sports PGE Narodowy in Warsaw could get an athletics track and larger capacity because of Poland’s Olympic plans We bring an overview of plans for the possible major expansion of Warsaw’s PGE Narodowy stadium, which, as part of Poland’s Olympic ambitions, could get an athletics track, additional stands and a capacity of around 80 thousand seats. The project is still at an early stage, but it is already raising questions about costs, timelines, stadium use and Warsaw’s long-term sports infrastructure. May 7, 2026 at 4:45 PM · Sports desk
Sports Manchester City opens expanded North Stand in phases and prepares Etihad Stadium for a new record capacity Find out how Manchester City plans to gradually open the expanded North Stand at Etihad Stadium, why test events are crucial before using full capacity and how the project changes the fan experience, tickets, hospitality offer and wider development of the Etihad Campus ahead of the Premier League run-in and the match against Aston Villa on 24 May 2026. May 7, 2026 at 4:34 PM · Sports desk
Sports Aramco takes the name of the new stadium in Al Khobar and strengthens its sponsorship role at the 2027 Asian Cup Find out how the agreement between Aramco and the Asian Football Confederation changes the commercial framework of the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia. We bring an overview of the meaning of the naming rights for the stadium in Al Khobar, broader Saudi investment in sports infrastructure, the connection with future major competitions and the questions surrounding the organization of international football events. May 7, 2026 at 4:32 PM · Sports desk
Sports PSG withstood Bayern’s pressure in Munich and reached the Champions League final against Arsenal We bring an overview of the dramatic Champions League semi-final second leg in which PSG, with a draw against Bayern in Munich, defended their advantage from the first match and secured the final with Arsenal. Ousmane Dembélé’s early goal, Harry Kane’s late equalizer, controversial refereeing decisions and the tactical maturity of the Parisians marked the evening at the Allianz Arena. May 7, 2026 at 10:14 AM · Sports desk
Sports Formula 1 and Sky have extended a major television deal in the United Kingdom and Ireland all the way to 2034 Find out what the new long-term contract between Formula 1 and Sky brings, why it is important for the sports TV rights market and how it will affect race broadcasts in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Italy. We bring an overview of the estimated value of the arrangement, audience growth, availability of free-to-air broadcasts and the wider battle between television and streaming for premium sports content. May 6, 2026 at 8:33 PM · Sports desk
Sports Gabriele Rossetti won gold in skeet in Almaty and marked the ISSF World Cup with a world record Find out how Italian Olympic champion Gabriele Rossetti won gold in men's skeet at the ISSF World Cup in Almaty and set a new world record with a 35/36 final. We bring an overview of the competition, key results, reactions and the broader significance of his performance in Kazakhstan. May 6, 2026 at 9:50 AM · Sports desk
Sports Jonathan Simms ran 44.02 in the 400 meters and became the new big name of young world athletics in 2026 Find out how Jonathan Simms, a University of Georgia freshman, ran 44.02 seconds in the 400 meters in Athens, set a school record, and entered among the fastest juniors of all time. We bring the context of a race decided in thousandths, the meaning of the result for the NCAA season, and the reasons why his performance is already being viewed on a world level in the 400-meter sprint. May 6, 2026 at 9:49 AM · Sports desk