Sports World Surf League sale talks after audience growth and major Championship Tour changes in 2026 World Surf League is exploring new investors and a possible sale after strong audience growth, record digital figures and major Championship Tour changes for 2026. The story focuses on Dirk Ziff, Ryan Crosby, the new season format, Pipeline and the wider investor interest in professional surfing May 13, 2026 at 9:06 AM · Sports desk
Sports World Boxing allows Belarus back into the ring under neutral status and strict rules for boxers World Boxing has allowed Belarusian and Russian boxers to return to international competition, but only as neutral athletes. The decision bans flags, anthems and national symbols while introducing checks linked to the war in Ukraine and possible ties to military or security structures May 13, 2026 at 9:04 AM · Sports desk
Sports Las Vegas to Open Olympic Wrestling Qualification for Los Angeles 2028 at 2027 World Championships The 2027 World Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas will mark the first major stage of qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Held at Thomas & Mack Center from September 11 to 19, the event will award the first 72 Olympic quotas and shape the UWW rankings for the rest of the qualification cycle May 13, 2026 at 9:02 AM · Sports desk
Sports Ethiopian Marathon Runner Yebrgual Melese Dies During Training Before Ottawa Marathon Appearance Ethiopian marathon runner Yebrgual Melese has died aged 36 after falling ill during training in Addis Ababa. The former winner in Houston, Prague and Shanghai had been preparing for the Ottawa Marathon, while the official medical cause of death has not yet been confirmed May 13, 2026 at 8:59 AM · Sports desk
Sports Unsold World Cup 2026 tickets expose FIFA pricing concerns before the expanded tournament One month before the 2026 World Cup, many tickets remain available despite FIFA pointing to record demand. High prices, dynamic ticketing, costly hotels and long travel distances between host cities are shaping fan decisions and raising questions about access to football’s biggest global tournament May 12, 2026 at 6:49 PM · Sports desk
Sports FOX targets viewership record: Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving 2026 in the NFL The NFL has confirmed Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys for the late-afternoon Thanksgiving slot on November 26, 2026, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, televised by FOX. The window is typically the most-watched of the regular season, putting a major NFC East rivalry in the spotlight May 12, 2026 at 6:36 PM · Sports desk
Sports ITF keeps neutral status for Belarusian tennis players until annual general meeting vote in October The International Tennis Federation will not change the status of Belarusian tennis players, who will continue to compete as neutral athletes. A possible return of the Belarus Tennis Federation to full status will be decided by an ITF annual general meeting vote in October May 12, 2026 at 11:27 AM · Sports desk
Sports World Challenge Cup in Varna brings first gold medals and Artur Avetisyan’s rings victory The World Challenge Cup in Varna delivered a breakthrough weekend in artistic gymnastics, with several first-time gold medalists, Artur Avetisyan’s rings win and Tijana Korent’s vault bronze. The event opened the 2026 Challenge Cup season with strong international competition May 12, 2026 at 11:12 AM · Sports desk
Sports Roku to stream Enhanced Games from Las Vegas as doping debate returns to global sport Roku will stream the first Enhanced Games from Las Vegas on 24 May 2026, bringing a controversial sports event to a major digital platform. The competition combines swimming, athletics and weightlifting, while anti-doping bodies warn that its performance-enhancement model could endanger athletes and sporting integrity May 12, 2026 at 10:57 AM · Sports desk
Sports Asian Weightlifting Federation revolt over new constitution before Gandhinagar championship The Asian Weightlifting Federation is facing a governance dispute in Gandhinagar as delegates discuss a proposed new constitution during the Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships. Some member federations have raised concerns over procedures, elections and power balance, putting continental leadership under renewed scrutiny May 12, 2026 at 6:55 AM · Sports desk
Sports Helsinki strengthens Finland-backed bid for the 2030 European Athletics Championships at Olympic Stadium Helsinki is strengthening its bid to host the 2030 European Athletics Championships with support from Finnish authorities. The renovated Olympic Stadium, compact city layout and projected economic impact are central arguments as the Finnish capital competes with Brussels and Zurich May 12, 2026 at 6:55 AM · Sports desk
Sports Hamburg faces referendum on Olympic Games bid and costs for 2036, 2040 or 2044 Summer Games Hamburg will vote on May 31 on whether to continue its Olympic bid for the 2036, 2040 or 2044 Games. The debate centers on a €4.8 billion operating plan, long-term infrastructure investment, business support and concerns over inflation, security costs and public financial risk May 12, 2026 at 6:54 AM · Sports desk