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FIFA approved the quality of Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 World Cup in a 110-page evaluation Saturday that noted higher risks related to human rights in the oil-rich kingdom. FIFA’s in-house inspection team noted Saudi Arabia must invest “significant effort and time” to fulfill promises for the tournament that comply with international standards, […]
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FIFA has released the second wave of Team Base Camp options for the 2026 World Cup with additional U.S. cities not hosting games among the options along with several host cities throughout the U.S. and Mexico. There were 24 locations in the first list and FIFA’s announcement on Thursday added 25 options to that list […]
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The Las Vegas Grand Prix is moving toward a year-round experience. Race organizers have announced that the Las Vegas Grand Prix Pit Building will become home to the Grand Prix Plaza in partnership with Round Room Live, featuring karting, educational exhibitions, merchandise and more. The plaza is expected to open in the spring of 2025. […]
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A series of venue changes for the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles from the original plans remains under consideration by the Los Angeles City Council after a Monday report by the city’s chief administrative officer and chief legislative analyst. As detailed by The Sports Examiner earlier this week, the report issued says in […]
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A sliding center being rebuilt for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games is starting to take shape as the clock ticks to a March deadline, reported The Associated Press this week. The AP reported through photos shared with it by the government agency in charge of building infrastructure for the Games the outline of the […]
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Move United was given the 2024 Rings of Gold Award by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee during its annual assembly last week in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The Rings of Gold award, inaugurated in 1996, annually recognizes an individual and a program dedicated to helping children develop their Olympic or Paralympic dreams and reach […]
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At this year’s TEAMS Conference, Indianapolis was announced as the winner of Best Host City at the SportsTravel Awards. Since July of 2023, Indianapolis has hosted events that total an estimated $500 million in economic impact, including the 2023 Big Ten Football Championship, the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend, the 2024 NFL Combine, 2024 NCAA Division […]
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Toronto’s esports scene is booming, driven by a passionate grassroots community, a rich cultural diversity, and an expanding pool of design and tech talent. As Canada’s leading hub for interactive digital media and game development, the city stands out on the global stage. Known for producing top-tier players and influential creators, Toronto remains a premier […]
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Circa Resort & Casino brings a new era of sports and entertainment to downtown Las Vegas. Located in the heart of the iconic Fremont Street Experience, the property has over 600 rooms and suites offering luxurious accommodations. With the iconic Vegas Vickie neon sign as a centerpiece, Circa Resort & Casino seamlessly blends luxury with […]
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The NFL Combine will remain in Indianapolis through 2026, staying in the Midwest destination that has hosted the event since 1987. Since coming to Indy more than three decades ago, the event has grown immensely. The 2024 NFL Combine generated $9.26 million in estimated economic impact while attracting more than 27,200 fans who attended the […]
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