UK Athletics has confirmed that the Novuna UK Athletics Outdoor Championships will return to Birmingham in 2026, with the nation’s best athletes set to compete at the Alexander Stadium on 20–21 June.

Senegal beat host, Morocco, in Rabat, to win a chaotic AfCON (Africa Cup of Nations) for a second time – but only after a final that was overshadowed when the eventual winning players temporarily refused to play when the hosts were awarded a controversial stoppage-time penalty when the match goalless.

Bangladesh's cricketers have begun a boycott of all forms of cricket in response to comments made by a national cricket board director, which have led to his removal.

The National Basketball Association (NBA) Africa and Senyorita For Food Industries, a leading manufacturer of snack foods in Egypt, through its chip brand Lion, announced a collaboration to launch the NBA’s first university basketball tournament on the continent and the largest Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA tournament ever in Egypt.

Senegal face Morocco in the final of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat tomorrow, as both teams look to win their second AfCON titles.

The LTA (Lawn Tennis Association) has announced the appointment of Roy Colabawalla as its new President, making him the youngest President in the organisation’s history and the first to be appointed from the Warwickshire region.