News: Sport

Hong Kong Cyclothon attracts 5,000 cyclists to the international event

The international cycling event ‘Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon’ organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board concluded on 22nd October having attracted 5,000 cyclists…

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Oct 26, 2023 Events / Sport /

 
 

World Rugby reveals expanded 2027 World Cup

The men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia will feature 24 teams after the World Rugby Council approved an expansion of the competition format, window and timing - the largest revamp…

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Oct 25, 2023 Events / Sport / Venues /

 
 

Danny Townsend named Chief Executive at Saudi Arabia’s SRJ Sports Investments

Danny Townsend, who announced his resignation as Chief Executive of Australian Professional Leagues last week has been named the Chief Executive of SRJ Sports Investments, a new vehicle…

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Oct 25, 2023 ByNigel Benton Events / Sport /

 
 

Olympic gold-medallist Simone Biles to headline Global Wellness Summit 2023

Seven-time Olympic medallist Simone Biles has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the upcoming 2023 Global Wellness Summit, taking place from 6th to 9th November. Widely regarded as…

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Oct 25, 2023 Hospitality / Sport / Wellness /

 
 

Saudi Crown Prince announces creation of Esports World Cup

Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, has announced the launch of the Esports World Cup, an annual event that will include the most popular games.…

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Oct 23, 2023 Events / Sport / Technology /

 
 

How live fielding data capture is changing cricket

It was a moment of street-smart fielding that has already gone down in Ashes history: Alex Carey's controversial stumping of Jonny Bairstow at Lord’s in July motivated a stunning…

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Oct 22, 2023 ByJarod Pickering Features / Sport / Technology /

 
 

UFC extends deal for Abu Dhabi fight deal for five more years

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) have announced an extension of their longstanding events deal through an…

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Oct 20, 2023 Entertainment / Events / Sport / Tourism / Venues /

 
 

FSB to explore sustainability in sports facility and playground construction

Set to commence next week, FSB, the International Trade Fair for Public Space, Sports and Leisure Facilities, is turning the spotlight on sustainability. Being held in the German city of…

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Oct 20, 2023 ByKaren Sweaney Environment / Recreation / Sport / Venues /

 
 

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