Ahead of the draw for the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League which takes place on Thursday in Monaco, AFP Sport explains the format of the new, expanded version of Europe’s elite club competition: More clubs, no more groups The updated version of the Champions League will see 36 clubs feature in the competition proper, an increase […]
FedEx Cup playoffs, explained: Updated standings, points format & more to know about golf's 2023 championship
It’s crunch time on the course. The 2024 PGA Tour season has delivered a plethora of memorable moments. From Scottie Scheffler winning his second Masters in three years to Xander Schauffele dominating at the PGA Championship and the British Open, it’s been a season to remember in golf. All good things must come to an […]
Olympic soccer bracket, schedule explained: How group, standings work in 2024 football tournament format
The men’s and women’s Olympic soccer tournaments are major highlights in the world of international football. While the events do not carry with them the same level of prestige as the FIFA World Cup or European Championships, the chance to win a gold medal for your country is one that many players yearn to receive. […]
What is the repechage round? New format for athletics events at 2024 Paris Olympics
The athletics events have produces some of the most famous events in Olympics history. From Tommie Smith and John Carlos’ salute in 1968, to Cathy Freeman winning gold in front of a home crowd in 2000, and Usain Bolt’s world record run in 2008, some of the most defining images of the Games have come […]
How many rotations are in gymnastics? Explaining the format for every Olympic women's and men's event
Gymnastics is front of mind for sports fans during the Olympics, but it isn’t typically among the competitions that Americans familiarize themselves with daily. That leads to some gaps in knowledge about basic rules, scoring and lingo used within the sport. Most notably, the format of gymnastics competitions can be foreign to casual fans. After […]