Serbia
Euroleague Final Four heads to Belgrade for first time
Euroleague Basketball has announced that the 2017 edition of its Final Four end-of-season showpiece will take place in Belgrade, marking the first time the Serbian capital will host the contest.
Fiba awards hosting rights for Olympic qualifying tournaments
The International Basketball Federation (Fiba) has awarded hosting rights to Italy, Serbia and the Philippines for its three Olympic men’s qualifying tournaments, while France will stage the women’s event.
Czech Republic edges out EuroBasket Women champion Serbia for 2017 event
European basketball’s governing body, Fiba Europe, has awarded hosting rights for the 2017 edition of its EuroBasket Women tournament to the Czech Republic.
Djokovic and Federer bolster commercial portfolios
Tennis stars Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer have sealed new endorsement deals with wine maker Jacob’s Creek and telecommunications company Sunrise, respectively.
Uefa bans Red Star, Turkish clubs from Europe
Serbian football club Red Star Belgrade has been banned from participating in the Uefa Champions League next season, while two Turkish clubs have also been barred from competing in the Europa League.
Belgrade and Tbilisi land European Athletics events
The European Athletics Council has awarded its 2017 Indoor Championships to Belgrade, while Tbilisi has landed the inaugural edition of the Youth Championships in 2016.
Djokovic endorsement drive ticks over with Seiko deal
Men’s world No.2 tennis star Novak Djokovic has entered into a three-year global partnership with Japanese watch manufacturer Seiko.
Peugeot serves up Djokovic deal
Tennis star Novak Djokovic has signed a three-year agreement to become an international ambassador for French automobile manufacturer Peugeot.