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Simiyu and Mutisya win Kenyan national chess titles
Kenya’s championship crowns its youngest national champion and determines Olympiad qualifiers.
Source: FIDE2026-01-02 · Chess · EventDavidson and Seine claim Haitian chess championships
Two undefeated champions lead Haiti’s selection for the 2026 Chess Olympiad.
Source: FIDE2026-01-02 · Chess · EventHong Kong Open reports record participation
The thirteenth Hong Kong International Open attracts more than 400 players.
Source: FIDE2026-01-01 · Football · ClubLiverpool and Leeds start 2026 with Anfield stalemate
A late Leeds finish was disallowed as Liverpool’s winning run ended.
Source: Liverpool FC2026-01-01 · Cross-country skiing · EventKlaebo races clear in Toblach’s New Year pursuit
The Norwegian extended his Tour de Ski advantage with a solo 20km performance.
Source: International Ski and Snowboard Federation2026-01-01 · Cross-country skiing · EventDiggins dominates Toblach pursuit and receives a stadium honour
The American’s eighth win at the venue extended her Tour de Ski lead.
Source: International Ski and Snowboard Federation2026-01-01 · Ski jumping · EventDomen Prevc wins the New Year’s Four Hills contest
Hoerl and Embacher followed the Slovenian in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Source: International Ski and Snowboard Federation2026-01-01 · Anti-doping · International federationWADA's 2026 Prohibited List enters into force
The annual list became effective on 1 January, changing the compliance reference for athletes and support personnel in every signatory sport.
Source: World Anti-Doping Agency