ITV drops plans for in-games ads for 2026 World Cup 

Despite testing picture‑in‑picture ads during the Six Nations, ITV looks unlikely to use the format at the upcoming World Cup. ITV is reportedly not planning...

NFL moves to hire replacement refs as CBA talks collapse

The NFL and its referees union are heading toward a lockout as disputes over pay, accountability and job structure push both sides to breaking...

FIA launches 2026 rule review following Ollie Bearman crash

Bearman’s Suzuka crash has raised huge questions about the risks of high closing speeds under F1’s new regulations.The FIA has started reviewing Formula 1’s...

FIFA confirms five new World Cup 2026 rules to cut time-wasting

FIFA has approved five rule changes for the 2026 World Cup targeting time-wasting and expanding VAR – but not everyone is convinced they'll have...

Sideline Moves: Marc Watson exits DAZN to lead Deltatre

Welcome to Sideline Moves, Insider Sport’s weekly roundup spotlighting the key moves shaping the business of sport.Every Friday, we bring you the latest executive...

Q&A: How Audi F1 and bp are tackling the 2026 fuel...

Luc Jolly explains how bp is developing sustainable, high-performance fuel for the Audi Revolut F1 Team and why it is so important to Formula...

Is Dagenham following the Wrexham playbook with KSI?

Dagenham & Redbridge’s use of KSI’s expertise is catching the eye of broadcast experts, but the challenge will be turning global attention into lasting...

Ex-Olympian Michael Johnson to settle debts from GST bankruptcy

Michael Johnson looks to close the chapter on Grand Slam Track’s unpaid creditors, while continuing to reject allegations.Michael Johnson, founder of the now-bankrupt Grand...

Premier League shirt ban forces betting sponsors to reinvent

As front‑of‑shirt betting deals disappear from the Premier League, operators are being pushed into a new era where survival depends on how creatively they...

Asian Cup host selections paused over FIFA schedule update

The AFC is rethinking its Asian Cup schedule as FIFA looks to standardise its calendar for major tournaments. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced...