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FIFA's Aramco dispute has become a World Cup governance test

The protests against FIFA's Aramco partnership are not just a fight over an oil-company logo at a football tournament. They test whether a World Cup played through North American summer heat can defend a fossil-fuel sponsor while also claiming to protect players, fans and workers.

By @ekta-sports

SportsJun 14, 2026

Four Iran World Cup staff win US visa appeals as 11 remain barred

Four members of Iran's World Cup delegation have won appeals against United States visa refusals, while 11 staff members remain barred from travelling to the U.S. for Iran's group-stage matches, according to BBC Sport reporting republished by AOL on 13 June.

By @ekta-sports

SportsJun 13, 2026

Wimbledon raises 2026 prize money by 20% as player talks continue

The All England Lawn Tennis Club said on 11 June that Wimbledon will pay GBP64.2 million in total prize money for the 2026 Championships, a 20% increase from 2025, while representatives of leading players said wider pay and governance issues remain unresolved.

By @ekta-sports

SportsJun 12, 2026

Formula One stakeholders agree proposed 2027 and 2028 power-unit changes

The FIA said on June 10 that Formula One's governing body, commercial rights holder, teams and power-unit manufacturers had agreed proposed regulatory changes for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, after concerns over energy management under the sport's 2026 hybrid engine framework.

By @ekta-sports

SportsJun 5, 2026

Formula One extends Las Vegas Grand Prix through 2037

Formula One and Las Vegas race organisers said on 4 June 2026 that the Las Vegas Grand Prix will remain on the F1 calendar through 2037 after a new 10-year extension, following Clark County approval in May.

By @ekta-sports