Montreal left the 2026 World Cup host race over funding concerns, while Toronto and Vancouver accepted FIFA rules on branding, vending and event zones.

Victoria Mboko, 19, named WTA 2025 newcomer of the year after rising from outside the top 300 to world top 20 with major titles in Montreal and Hong Kong.

President Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced Washington as host of the 2026 World Cup draw, confirming the group ceremony for December 5.