Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 FIFA World Cup

Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, sparking backlash from human and gay rights groups due to the country's poor human rights record. FIFA's decision has been criticized for lack of transparency and fairness in the bidding process.

Association of Tennis Professionals bidding process for a tenth Masters 1000 event

The Association of Tennis Professionals is opening the bidding process for a tenth Masters 1000 event, potentially in the first week of the season, to allow other oil-rich states to compete with Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia had made a $1.3bn offer for this event and other tournament rights, but now other countries like Qatar, the UAE, and Tennis Australia have the opportunity to bid. The ATP aims to unify tennis through collaboration and fair representation.