Rwanda will host the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Road World Championships in Kigali from September 21-28, 2025. Rwanda aims to boost tourism, targeting $20 million annually from sports tourism by 2029. Rwanda has invested in sports infrastructure, including the Kigali Convention Centre and BK Arena. The event will improve Kigali's infrastructure and organizational standards.

Russia insists on competing under its national flag and anthem at the inaugural Olympic Esports Games in Riyadh 2027, despite IOC sanctions since 2023. The Russian Federation of Computer Sports demands full national symbols for its athletes' participation, mirroring the Kremlin's broader strategy. The IOC confirmed the Esports World Cup Foundation will oversee the event, postponed to 2027. Dmitry Smit stresses the need for equal conditions and the importance of Russian participation, while the IOC presidential election influences Russia's potential inclusion or exclusion from the Olympic movement.