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The 1461

An Olympic Cycle consists of 1,461 days.

Four years of dreaming and training before eventually executing on the world’s biggest stage.

We cover that.

  • Road to LA28: Flag Football Qualification Route

    Road to LA28: Flag Football Qualification Route

    Flag Football will make its Olympic debut in Los Angeles, with both the men’s and women’s tournaments taking place at Exposition Park Stadium. The event runs from July 15-22, with…

    March 18, 2026
  • The LA 2028 Zones Explained: Downtown LA (DTLA) Zone

    The LA 2028 Zones Explained: Downtown LA (DTLA) Zone

    Rather than a single Olympic Park, the LA28 Games will be organised into several distinct Zones. Some Zones are action-packed, featuring multiple disciplines and medal events, while others focus on…

    March 9, 2026
  • Five Stories You Missed in February

    Five Stories You Missed in February

    Four years is a long time to keep track of all 36 sports that will be contested at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. That’s why we’re keeping you up to…

    March 5, 2026
  • Great Britain Baseball Ready for World Baseball Classic

    Great Britain Baseball Ready for World Baseball Classic

    In October 2023, the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) published an article titled: ‘Great Britain: Are we witnessing the rise of a new baseball and softball European powerhouse?’ The article…

    March 3, 2026
  • How UK Sport Funding Works: Individual Sports Investment

    How UK Sport Funding Works: Individual Sports Investment

    UK Sport will distribute over £230 million in funding from 2025 to 2029, aligning with Olympic and Paralympic cycles. This initiative aims to support athletes, improve accessibility, and develop sustainable…

    February 27, 2026
  • Road to LA28: Baseball & Softball Qualification Route

    Road to LA28: Baseball & Softball Qualification Route

    In September 2025, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) outlined its Qualification System Principles, aiming for each qualification system to be clear, easy to comprehend and leave no room for interpretation.…

    February 18, 2026
  • The LA 2028 Zones Explained: Exposition Park Zone

    The LA 2028 Zones Explained: Exposition Park Zone

    Rather than a single Olympic Park, the LA28 Games will be organised into several distinct Zones. Some Zones are action-packed, featuring multiple disciplines and medal events, while others focus on…

    February 15, 2026

The 1461

With illustrations from Ellen Kerbey

Est. 2026

 

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