World Players will hold its first academic conference on 27–28 October 2026 at Trinity College Dublin.
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Wimbledon’s record 20% prize money increase highlights the impact of collective athlete action.
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The Australian Football Players Association and the Women’s National Basketball Players Association were honoured at the World Players Summit 2026 for their outstanding contributions to advancing athletes’ rights.
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More than 100 representatives from player associations and athlete organisations gathered in Washington, D.C., for four days of discussion, learning, and strategic collaboration focused on the future of sports and the recognition of athletes as workers.
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World Players contributed to discussions at the FIFPRO Africa General Assembly through a presentation on the ILO Guidelines on Decent Work in Sport, highlighting the importance of athlete rights, labour standards, and collective representation across Africa.
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The Professional Tennis Players Association has filed an emergency motion after being denied accreditation for the French Open and Wimbledon, in a case that highlights ongoing debates around athlete representation and governance in professional tennis.
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