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Also while hanging out in the lobby at USOPC Assembly this week: Even with all of the attention on the two upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games in the U.S. over the next decade, there was the reminder that its athletes will be competing in Italy in the 2026 Winter Games in less than four months.
USOPC Bullish on Chances of Success at 2026 Winter Olympics
Even with all of the attention that has been  focused on the two upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games hosted in the United States over the next decade, there was the reminder during this week’s US…
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In the coming months, the Salt Lake and Park City regions will host both the International Skating Union and International Luge Federation — part of a buildup of international events and federations putting ever-deepening roots in the home of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
International Events Emphasized in Leadup to 2034 Winter Olympics
In the coming months, the Salt Lake and Park City regions will host both the International Skating Union and International Luge Federation — part of a buildup of international events and federation…
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News and notes looking to the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games;

• How bobsled and skeleton athletes feel about the track in Cortina
• The spread-out nature of the Games logistically for athletes and NGBs.
• The attention on U.S. Ski & Snowboard after Lindsey Vonn's return to competition.
New Venues Bring Opportunities for 2026 U.S. Winter Olympians
With International Olympic Committee praising the completed new sliding venue for the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, one of the longest-running sagas surrounding the event in Italy appea…
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When the Pacific Nations Cup came to Salt Lake City on Saturday, one team was absent: The United States, after a 29-13 victory over Samoa in Denver earlier in the tournament clinched a berth in the 2027 Rugby World Cup, a crucial step ahead of when the tournament comes to the U.S. in 2031.
World Rugby, USA Rugby Continue Countdown to Future World Cups
When the Pacific Nations Cup came to Salt Lake City on Saturday for its final weekend of competition, one team was absent: The United States. Its absence was noted with excitement. Because with a 2…
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Carlos Ezpeleta and Dan Rossomondo of Moto GP and Dorna Sports discuss Guenther Steiner taking ownership of a Moto GP team, the series since Liberty Motor Group took a new majority role, the intersection of travel and sports and how they look to elevate spectator experiences and much more.
Dan Rossomondo and Carlos Ezpeleta: The Growth of MotoGP and What’s Next to Come
Carlos Ezpeleta joined Dorna Sports as an intern in 2007, took on a full-time role in 2013 and has since worked his way to Chief Sporting Officer of MotoGP, directly responsible for the Sporting an…
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LIV Golf will return to Hong Kong Golf Club in March 2026 for the third edition of its Hong Kong event, now elevated by a title partnership with HSBC. The Hong Kong announcement is the latest as LIV continues to roll out its 2026 schedule.
LIV Golf Returns to Hong Kong in 2026 with HSBC Sponsorship
LIV Golf will return to Hong Kong Golf Club in March 2026 for the third edition of its Hong Kong event, now elevated by a title partnership with HSBC. The Hong Kong announcement is the latest as LI…
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Podium34, an initiative by the organizing committee for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, has raised in excess of $200 million toward its $300 million goal, more than eight years before the Games return to Utah.
Podium34 Surpasses $200 Million Raised For 2034 Olympics
Podium34, an initiative by the organizing committee for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, has raised in excess of $200 million toward its $300 million goal, more than …
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The past 12 months in Montreal have seen the Presidents Cup, the 4 Nations Face-Off, Formula 1, WTA and, this weekend, the return of the Jackalope action sports festival to Old Town Montreal before the UCI World Tour in two weeks’ time. It's been a big year for Montreal.
In Montreal, a Big Sports Year Continues Throughout Fall
The past 12 months in Montreal have seen the Presidents Cup, the 4 Nations Face-Off, Formula 1, WTA and, this weekend, the return of the Jackalope action sports festival to Old Town Montreal before…
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With one of the potential superstars of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games ready to burst onto the scene and two international events coming to the national governing body’s home, it is a big few months ahead for US Speedskating.
US Speedskating Sees Big Opportunities Ahead
With one of the potential superstars of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games ready to burst onto the scene and two international events coming to the national governing body’s home, it is a…
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Remember when people were upset about Salt Bae being on the field and holding the trophy after Argentina beat France? Because I have something to give y'all a heads-up about ...
Trump has somehow mugged Infantino for a second FIFA trophy. The obsequiousness levels remain as expected. Everyone on brand.
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With the Super Bowl coming in February and then six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Levi's Stadium recently unveiled $200 million in renovations as it welcomed hundreds of season ticket holders for “Levi’s Stadium Under the Lights.”
Levi’s Stadium Debuts Upgrades Ahead of Super Bowl, FIFA 2026 World Cup
Within a year’s time, more attention than ever will be focused on Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. With the Super Bowl coming in February and then six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, …
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College football is nothing if not pageantry. With tailgating scenes that go on for hours before — and sometimes after — games, there may be no scene like it in sports This year, SportsTravel has built the ultimate weekend road trip that can last a full season.
2025’s Ultimate College Football Road Trip
There are 136 FBS football teams and this year, there are almost as many incredible games. College football is nothing if not pageantry. With tailgating scenes that go on for hours before — and som…
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Rob Stull was elected president of the International Modern Pentathlon Union in November 2024, a four-year tenure that includes the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. We discussed the lead-up to LA28, Stull’s work since being elected president and much more in the latest SportsTravel Podcast.
Rob Stull: Growing Modern Pentathlon’s Global Reach
Rob Stull was elected president of the International Modern Pentathlon Union in November 2024, a four-year tenure that includes the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. Stull was an alternate …
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There will be matches and they will be massive, drawing tens of thousands to stadiums and millions upon millions watching around the world. For the cities and regions that are hosting 2026 FIFA World Cup games in the United States, that is only part of what the impact should be for the tournament.
Sports Tourism a Major Focus for 2026 FIFA World Cup Host Cities
There will be matches and they will be massive, drawing tens of thousands to stadiums and millions upon millions watching around the world. For the cities and regions that are hosting 2026 FIFA Wor…
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will look like none other. With 48 countries participating and matches spread over three countries, the biggest event in the competition’s history will also be at U.S. stadiums that will look different for the football fans familiar with their layouts.
‘Clean’ Stadiums and Natural Grass; How 2026 FIFA World Cup Stadiums Will Look Different
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will look like none other. With 48 countries participating and matches spread over three countries, the biggest event in the competition’s history will also be at U.S. stadi…
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If only there were a recent example of people destroying a famous piece of Washington DC, out of which we might make an example
Trump: "If you so much as touch or even think about destroying a statue or monument in Washington DC you go to jail for 10 years."
As anticipation started to build with the one-year countdown in June and continuing this summer for the World Cup, there is something that nobody has been able to do yet — promote the teams that will be playing in group stage matches, because the draw has not been made.
Host Cities Await News on 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw
As anticipation started to build with the one-year countdown in June and continuing this summer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there is something that nobody has been able to do just yet — promote th…
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For each of the 11 U.S. host cities, anticipation is building toward the matches, the economic impact, the worldwide tourism and the draw to determine which teams will come to town. But dozens of other destinations could see one or more of the 48 national teams use their areas for base camps.
Base Camp Locations an Underrated Part of 2026 FIFA World Cup
For each of the 11 U.S. host cities ahead of next summer’s 2026 FIFA World Cup, anticipation is building toward the matches, the economic impact, the worldwide tourism and the upcoming draw to dete…
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Next summer’s return of the World Cup to North America has led to an evaluation and in some cases a fresh look at what host cities want to be able to have as a legacy project with everything from new community venues to deeper relationships within the region.
For FIFA World Cup Host Cities, Legacy a Key Focus
When the FIFA World Cup was last in the United States in 1994, its lasting legacy was the formation of Major League Soccer, which has grown to 30 teams around the U.S. and Canada. Next summer’s ret…
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Catching up from vacation ... a thread: Demand to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup via hospitality packages has led to what On Location is calling an “unprecedented” deposit campaign as details emerge about a variety of high-end options available before the general ticket sales phase begins.
FIFA World Cup Hospitality Options Show Strong Demand, Says On Location
Demand to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup throughout North America via hospitality packages has led to what On Location is calling an “unprecedented” deposit campaign as details emerge about a varie…
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