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Sydney Marathon organisers confirm a medal features Munich’s Allianz Arena instead of Sydney’s Allianz Stadium. The mistake is acknowledged as an unfortunate error, with the medal described as beautiful and now more unique. Organisers say record participation is expected with over 40,000 runners, and the event proceeds as planned.
Harry Kane has won the Kicker magazine Player of the Year award after a 61-goal season with Bayern Munich, aiding a Bundesliga title, German Cup, and a run to the Champions League semi-finals. He leads the England captaincy into a Ballon d’Or conversation as Bayern open the new season.
Gobena has broken the Sydney Marathon course record with a 2:04:42 win, while Peres Jepchirchir sails to a women’s title in 2:18:31, as Sydney hosts its second World Marathon Major with 40,000 runners on a scenic Harbour Bridge course.
UEFA has announced 2028, 2029 finals across Europe. The Allianz Arena will host the 2028 Champions League final; Camp Nou will host in 2029. Barcelona continues reconstruction at Camp Nou, while Madrid’s Metropolitano hosts the 2026-27 final. Women’s final lands in Lyon in 2028 and Cardiff in 2029. London misses 2029 World Athletics and Wembley remains a historic host.
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed he is continuing with Portugal under manager Jorge Jesus, aiming to reach 1,000 career goals while helping the national team win the Nations League. He has dismissed retirement and signalled a new generation will shape Portugal’s future.
Germany has named Munich as its Olympic bid city for the 2036 Games, with the DOSB moving to shortlist candidates after Berlin and Hamburg withdrawn. A referendum last year backed Munich’s bid. The IOC will decide the ultimate host in 2029.
Portugal has kept Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench for a Nations League win in Norway, with Ronaldo's role and status under scrutiny as the team stays top of Group A4. Ronaldo has not trained with the squad since Sunday, while Jorge Jesus says he will talk to him after the match. Portugal hosts Norway next, aiming to extend its lead in Group A4.