News: Sport

Sport climbing’s Olympic legacy already in motion

The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) has advised that, in advance of the sport’s second appearance at an Olympic Games, its legacy plan is already in place for…

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Jul 31, 2024 Recreation / Sport /

 
 

Golf federations back Sports for Nature initiative

Leading international golf federations have this week become signatories of the Sports for Nature initiative championing the protection and restoration of nature and the environment across…

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Jul 26, 2024 Environment / Golf / Sport /

 
 

Sports tourism identified as key driver of visitor economy growth

A new report from the United Nations has identified sports tourism as one of the four top trends driving travel booking decisions. Also revealed as one of the fastest-growing sectors…

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Jul 26, 2024 Events / Finance / Sport / Tourism / Venues /

 
 

New research reveals value of Sport and Music Events

Collinson International, the owner and operator of Priority Pass - a leader in airport experience programs - has released new research revealing the value of sport and music tourism The…

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Jul 26, 2024 Entertainment / Events / Finance / Sport / Tourism /

 
 

International Olympic Committee generates US$902 million in revenue for 2023

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) generated US$902 million in revenue for the 2023 financial year while distributing US$363 million in revenue to organising committees for the…

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Jul 25, 2024 Events / Finance / Sport /

 
 

Australia and Papua New Guinea to host scaled down 2026 Rugby League World Cup

The International Rugby League (IRL) has announced that Australia and Papua New Guinea will stage the next Rugby League World Cup in what it claims will be the “most competitive and…

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Jul 24, 2024 Events / Sport /

 
 

Singapore Marathon selects Anderson Bridge as 2024 finish line and adds philanthropic element

Participants in this year’s Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, held from 29th November to 1st December, can look forward to a new finish line with the race concluding at…

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Jul 24, 2024 Events / Sport /

 
 

World Athletics launches Athletics Rush fan engagement tool

Looking to engage new fans, World Athletics, in collaboration with TapNation, has announced the launch of Athletics Rush, a runner-style game that offers players the chance to earn rewards…

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Jul 22, 2024 Events / Marketing / Sport / Technology /

 
 

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