Sports Trump and politicians criticize expensive tickets for the 2026 World Cup and FIFA's dynamic pricing model Find out why ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup have drawn sharp criticism from politicians, fans and the public. We bring an overview of the dispute over dynamic pricing, Donald Trump's reactions, FIFA's role and rising travel costs, as well as the question of whether the world's most popular football competition will remain accessible to a wide audience or become a luxury event. May 8, 2026 at 10:34 PM · Sports desk
Sports NCAA expands March Madness to 76 teams and opens a new financial chapter for American college basketball Find out what the expansion of the men's and women's NCAA basketball tournament from 2027 brings, how the new Opening Round will change entry into March Madness, and why the decision is linked to an additional 50 million dollars annually, greater media rights, new sponsorship categories and a broader debate about the balance between sporting opportunities and commercial interests in basketball. May 8, 2026 at 2:25 PM · Sports desk
Sports Freiburg and Aston Villa play the Europa League final in Istanbul after major semifinal comebacks Find out how Freiburg and Aston Villa reached the 2026 Europa League final in Istanbul, why it is a historic match for both clubs and which moments decided the semifinals against Braga and Nottingham Forest. We bring an overview of the key figures, tactical highlights, the importance of Beşiktaş Park and the stakes that can also bring the winner qualification for the Champions League. May 8, 2026 at 10:07 AM · Sports desk
Sports Crystal Palace and Rayo Vallecano for the Conference League trophy, Freiburg and Aston Villa play in Istanbul We bring an overview of the finale of the European club season: Crystal Palace and Rayo Vallecano secured the Conference League final in Leipzig, while Freiburg and Aston Villa will play for the Europa League trophy in Istanbul. After dramatic semifinals, the focus is on historic qualifications, key players and matches that can change the European status of clubs this season. May 8, 2026 at 10:06 AM · Sports desk
Sports Yauheni Tsikhantsou provisionally suspended due to growth hormone after Olympic bronze won in Paris Find out what is known about the case of Yauheni Tsikhantsou, Olympic bronze medalist in weightlifting, whom the ITA provisionally suspended after an adverse finding for growth hormone. We bring an overview of the procedure, possible consequences, the right to analysis of the B-sample and the broader context of anti-doping control in international sport after the Paris 2024 Games. May 8, 2026 at 9:42 AM · Sports desk
Sports Giro d’Italia 2026 starts in Bulgaria, and Jonas Vingegaard is chasing a historic victory on the long road to Rome Find out what the 109th Giro d’Italia brings, a race that starts on May 8 from Bulgaria’s Nessebar, moves to Italy after three stages and finishes on May 31 in Rome. We bring an overview of the 3,468-kilometer route, the key mountain challenges, the only time trial, possible rivals and the reasons why Jonas Vingegaard is the biggest favorite for the pink jersey this season. May 8, 2026 at 9:42 AM · Sports desk
Sports Survey strengthened Swiss candidacy for the 2038 Winter Olympic Games and opened the question of public costs Find out why a new survey, according to which 61 percent of respondents support the Swiss candidacy for the 2038 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, plays an important role in talks with the IOC. We bring an overview of the decentralized model, planned venues, financial doubts, political conditions and sustainability issues that will follow the project in the next key phases. May 8, 2026 at 9:39 AM · Sports desk
Sports LA28 launches the Cultural Olympiad in Los Angeles with local cities, artists, schools and regional partners Find out how the organizers of the Los Angeles 2028 Games are planning the Cultural Olympiad, a program intended to connect artists, cities, the county, schools and cultural institutions of Southern California. We provide an overview of the announced partnership model, the role of Maria Arena Bell and the questions that will show whether the cultural part of the Games can leave a more lasting legacy for the community. May 8, 2026 at 9:39 AM · Sports desk
Sports IOC delays cuts for Brisbane 2032, but the new procedure could change the Olympic programme of the Games We bring an overview of the latest decisions of the International Olympic Committee on the programme of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games and the uncertain future of the 2030 Youth Olympic Games. Find out why possible cuts are now being discussed by discipline, what the June vote means and how the IOC is trying to align tradition, costs, sustainability and the interest of a younger global audience. May 8, 2026 at 9:39 AM · Sports desk
Sports Major sporting events are increasingly important for Britain’s Olympic ambitions and plans through to Los Angeles 2028 We provide an overview of how Great Britain, through major sporting competitions, UK Sport investments and government strategy, is trying to strengthen the Olympic and Paralympic system, attract international events, increase economic impact and retain its place among the leading sporting nations. May 8, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports Berlin moves forward with the BERLIN+ plan for the Olympic Games, but the German race is only entering its key phase Find out why the Berlin Senate unanimously supported the BERLIN+ plan for a possible bid for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2036, 2040 or 2044. We bring an overview of the political decision, financial estimates, the role of the DOSB, competing German cities and the questions that will decide the future of the project. May 8, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports The IOC opened the door for Belarus to return to the Olympic system, while Russia remains under strict restrictions Find out what the International Olympic Committee's decision to lift restrictions on Belarusian athletes means and why Russian competitors can still compete only as neutral individuals. We provide an overview of the legal, sporting and anti-doping context ahead of qualification for the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028. May 8, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk