Netball Australia reports surplus, appoints Ellis as new chair
Netball Australia has announced a surplus of A$235,657 (€145,000/$157,000) for the 2023 financial year and appointed Liz Ellis as its new chair.
Former Olympian Hollingsworth named Athletics Australia CEO
Athletics Australia has appointed former track and field athlete Simon Hollingsworth as its new chief executive, as Brisbane continues preparations for hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2032.
Rexona signs up Vinícius Júnior as brand ambassador
Deodorant and antiperspirant brand Rexona has announced Brazilian footballer Vinícius Júnior as a new brand ambassador.
A-League players arrested over alleged betting corruption
Three footballers at A-League club Macarthur FC have been arrested on suspicion of manipulating yellow cards during matches last year.
Brazil to make history with 2027 Fifa Women’s World Cup
The Fifa Women's World Cup is heading to South America for the first time in 2027, after Brazil today (Friday) defeated a joint proposal from Belgium, Netherlands and Germany.
Queen’s to host WTA Tour event in 2025 as global schedule unveiled
London’s Queen’s Club will host a WTA Tour event in 2025 as part of a reshuffle of the women’s tennis grass-court season.
La Vuelta to start in Monaco in 2026
Monaco will host the first two stages of cycling’s Vuelta a España in 2026.
Under Armour set for layoffs amid sharp revenue drop
Back at the helm, Under Armour founder Kevin Plank says the company is "seizing this critical moment to make proactive decisions" for its future.
Istanbul’s European Games to serve as major LA 2028 qualifier
The 2027 edition of the European Games multi-sport event in Istanbul will serve as a major qualifying event for the following year’s Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
OptimallyMe names Ryder Cup captain Donald as first brand ambassador
Health technology company OptimallyMe has announced golfer Luke Donald as its first brand ambassador.