The world's top football league, the Premier League, has rules in place to ensure the sustainability of the competition. These rules have both advantages and disadvantages, depending on the perspective, and have attracted considerable criticism.

With the registration period for the World Aquatics Championships in Qatar from 2-18 February 2024 now closed, the Russian athletes have decided not to take part, despite the option to do so as neutrals.

The announcement was made by the organisers of the Intercontinental Series, scheduled to start on 26 January, due to the lack of approval from the Colombian government.

Despite security concerns and the potential for attacks, Israel has confirmed its participation in the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. It has also been confirmed that Israeli athletes will be accommodated in the Olympic Village, just like any other delegation.

The Bahrain Paralympic Committee team is preparing for the fourth edition of the West Asian Para Games, which will be held from 26 January to 3 February 2024 in the city of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has appointed Dr. Mayumi YaYa Yamamoto as the Director of the Asia/Oceania Office, a position she will assume from the first of March in Japan.

This Friday sees the start of the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Asia, in the city of Gangwon on the northern tip of South Korea. The Opening Ceremony is scheduled for 19 January, 2024, and will be held simultaneously at the Gangneung Oval and the PyeongChang Dome.

This Saturday sees the start of the Pre-Olympic Football Tournament in Venezuela, which will determine the two spots reserved for CONMEBOL at Paris 2024. Brazil must secure their place if they are to defend their title, while Argentina must qualify if they are to see Messi at the Olympics.

International Cricket Council chief executive Geoff Allardice, held positive talks with Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and the sports minister, raising hopes that the suspension imposed in November last year will be lifted.

Barranquilla Caimanes, led by Brazilian pitcher Daniel Missaki, won the Colombian Professional Baseball League title for the 13th time in the club's long history.

The General Authority of Sports in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the General Authority of Sports in the Kingdom of Bahrain to collaborate in the field of sports and benefit from shared experiences.

Spain won a tight match against Croatia 10-11 with a crucial goal from Granados to claim the European Water Polo Championship. They also picked up another prize by qualifying for Paris 2024.

The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) has announced the first neutral individual athletes who will compete under the Ad Hoc Rules, as well as the rules to be applied.

Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal, one of the greatest players in history and winner of 22 Grand Slam titles, was appointed ambassador of the Saudi Tennis Federation on Monday as part of Saudi Arabia's strategy to host more professional tournaments as part of its sports expansion goals.