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UFC announces details of Saudi debut and commitment to more Perth bouts
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has revealed details of its first event in Saudi Arabia on 22nd June 22, while also announcing a multi-year partnership with the Western Australian…
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Mike Trimby to become first non-rider inducted into MotoGP Hall of Fame
In honour of his off-track contributions to the sport, Mike Trimby will become the first non-rider to be inducted into the MotoGP Hall of Fame. Trimby, who died in September 2023, was…
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United Nations General Assembly passes draft resolution designating 11th June as International Day of Play
The United Nations General Assembly has this week passed a draft resolution - co-sponsored by 138 countries - designating 11th June as International Day of Play. Passed on 25th March the…
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IAKS to stage post National Sports Convention study tour
The International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities’ (IAKS) collaboration with 2024 National Sports and Physical Activity Convention (NSC) will see the Germany-based body…
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Gay Games Hong Kong delivers economic boost of US$25.5 million
A post-event study has revealed that the Gay Games 11 Hong Kong 2023 (GGHK) has delivered an economic boost of about US$25.5 million – and unlike previous games the Hong Kong games…
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Hong Kong Stadium to host its last Rugby Sevens tournament
After 30 years, and in what is expected to be a “glorious finale”, this year’s edition of the Rugby Sevens marks the final time the renowned tournament will be played at…
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Sri Lanka Aquatic Sports Union annual sea swim event draws more than 700 competitors
Organised by the Sri Lanka Aquatic Sports Union (SLASU), the 85th annual Two Mile Sea Swim event attracted over 700 swimmers on 15th and 16th March - held at the Mount Lavinia Beach and…
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Sport for Tomorrow reviews its 2024 conference
Sport for Tomorrow held its 2024 conference in early March delivering a hybrid symposium for international development through sport. Sport for Tomorrow (SFT) is an international…
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