The International Skating Union (ISU) has reversed a 2024 rule prohibiting neutral athletes from Russia from participating in press conferences and interviews during the upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. This change, confirmed by the Associated Press, excludes the Games themselves, which are overseen by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The initial ban, implemented in 2022 due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, previously impacted prominent skaters like Anna Shcherbakova. Other federations like World Athletics and World Aquatics have also implemented similar media restrictions for neutral athletes.

World Athletics has initiated the bidding process for the 2028 and 2029 World Road Running Championships and the 2029 World Cross Country Championships. The bidding window is open until April 3, 2026. Copenhagen will host the 2026 road event, and Yangzhou, China, is scheduled for 2027. The events attract elite athletes and offer mass participation races. Discussions are ongoing regarding the potential inclusion of cross country in the Winter Olympics, which could significantly benefit African athletes.

Following comments from Donald Trump regarding the Paris 2024 Olympics controversy surrounding transgender athletes in boxing, the International Boxing Association (IBA), led by Umar Kremlev, has called for a ban on transgender athletes competing in women's competitions. Kremlev praised Trump's stance and urged other sporting organizations to adopt similar policies, citing the IBA's own eligibility criteria and sex testing measures. This comes amidst ongoing debate and protests within the boxing world and broader sporting community regarding gender eligibility rules, with World Boxing and World Athletics also implementing testing protocols. The IOC is reportedly reviewing the issue.

The Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso, held on December 7, 2025, has been classified as an Elite Platinum Label event by World Athletics, solidifying its status as an international benchmark. Joyciline Jepkosgei of Kenya won the women's race in 2:14:00, the fourth-fastest time in history, and John Korir of Kenya took the men's title in 2:02:24. The event has experienced substantial growth over the past decade, with participant numbers increasing significantly and attracting a diverse international field from approximately 150 countries for the 2025 edition. Prize money has also been enhanced, with potential bonuses for record-breaking performances, making it a highly attractive event for elite athletes. The marathon has a considerable economic and tourism impact on Valencia, generating tens of millions of euros in tourism spending and supporting hundreds of jobs, becoming the second-largest annual economic event in the city.

The start-up Grand Slam Track, founded by Michael Johnson, is facing financial difficulties and has proposed paying vendors only 50% of the owed amounts. This follows reports that the league owes over $10 million to vendors and athletes. World Athletics has rejected this proposal, demanding the league first settle debts with athletes. The league's inaugural tour faced challenges, including cancellation of a leg due to poor economics and failure to secure broadcast income and sponsorships.