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21/07/2026
📢 The latest edition of ACES Italia Sport Magazine is now available!
We are proud to share Issue #16, marking eight years of publications made possible thanks to the commitment and support of our entire ACES family.
A sincere thank you to everyone who has contributed to this journey. Enjoy it here:
👉 https://www.acesitalia.eu/aces/europe-sport-magazine
Happy reading! 🇪🇺📖
20/07/2026
🇬🇪 Today, ACES Evaluation Commission is in Kutaisi, Georgia, assessing the city’s candidacy.
Throughout the visit, the Commission will evaluate Kutaisi’s sports facilities, sports policies, community engagement, and commitment to promoting sport as a tool for health, inclusion, education, and social development.
We wish the city of Kutaisi the very best during this important evaluation process.
🏀 Kayseri Hosted the FIBA 3x3 Lite Quest!
The FIBA 3x3 Lite Quest, held last week in Kayseri, the World Capital of Sport 2029, marked a major international success.
With more than 20 international teams and a total of 32 teams competing, the event stood out as one of the most ambitious FIBA 3x3 Lite Quest tournaments ever organized in Türkiye, thanks to its high level of competition, strong international participation, and professional organization.
Once again, Kayseri demonstrated its capacity to host major international sporting events while strongly reflecting its vision as the World Capital of Sport 2029.
16/07/2026
The challenge begins! ⚽🌎
From the future American Capital of Sport 2027, Zapopan proudly supports Ricardinho Silva as he embarks on his incredible attempt to set a new Guinness World Record.
A challenge driven by passion, dedication and perseverance—values that sport inspires every day.
Best of luck, Ricardinho! The world is watching, and history starts now. 💪🏆
15/07/2026
🇬🇷 We had the pleasure of visiting Palaio Faliro, Greece, and we were truly impressed by everything the city has to offer.
From its outstanding sports facilities to its strong commitment to promoting active lifestyles and community wellbeing with innovation, Palaio Faliro left us with a fantastic impression.
Thank you for your warm hospitality. We look forward to continuing our collaboration!
already launched the campaign of the American Week of Sport 2026. Are you ready?
The heartbeat of the World Capital of Sport2027: Buenos Aires. ❤️❤️❤️
10/07/2026
🚴🇪🇺 Sport, community and one of the world’s greatest sporting events!
Tomorrow, the Tour de France will ride through Calès, proudly awarded European Town of Sport 2026 together with Trémolat. 🏆
This iconic stage is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the region’s passion for sport, its beautiful landscapes and its commitment to promoting active and healthy lifestyles.
Congratulations to Calès and Trémolat on being part of this unforgettable celebration of cycling! 💛
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09/07/2026
🌍 Meet the SANE European Sport Ambassadors!
We are proud to introduce the outstanding ambassadors leading the SANE – Sports Network of European Ambassadors Erasmus+ project:
🇭🇺 Szilvia Bonyhadi
🇫🇷🇧🇪 Karine Van de Eynde
🇮🇹 Daniele Piccardo
🇳🇱 Hans Derks
🇲🇨 Isabelle Bonnal
🇱🇻 Artis Lagzdins
🇵🇱 Marta Niewczas
🇮🇹 Roberta Chyurlia
🇮🇹 Giorgio Minisini
🇵🇱 Igor P***k
⭐ Honorary Sport Ambassador: Jesús Tortosa
🎯 Sport Ambassadors’ Coach: André de Jeu
Together, they will promote inclusion, healthy lifestyles and the power of sport to build stronger communities across Europe.
08/07/2026
This coming weekend, the Podpromie Hall will once again become the center of the chess world – this time during the Polish Junior and Junior Blitz Chess Championships. Join European City of Sport 2026.