The Mayor of London is working to secure even more international events, including the 2027 Tour de France Femmes, the 2029 World Athletics Championships, and the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup, in addition to those already confirmed.
Mr Khan said: “London is the undisputed sporting capital of the world and there are so many exciting events for Londoners and visitors to look forward to in 2026.
“From the return of the NBA and the Laver Cup to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, our capital will be home to the biggest and best sporting competitions over the next 12 months.
“I am determined to continue bringing more of the world’s biggest sporting events to London and I am actively working with partners to help us secure the 2027 Tour de France Femmes, the 2029 World Athletics Championships, and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035 for the capital.
“It’s a great opportunity for Londoners and visitors to attend some of these amazing sports events and experience everything our city has to offer, as we work to build a better, healthier, more prosperous London for everyone.”
This year’s calendar already features the return of regular-season NBA basketball, with the Orlando Magic and Memphis Grizzlies facing off at The O2 on January 18.
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will also come to London, with the semi-finals to be played at The Oval on June 30 and July 2 and final to be played at Lord’s on July 5.
Other major highlights include the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships in April and May at the Copper Box Arena and Arena Wembley, marking the centenary of the event’s inaugural World Championships.
Tennis will once again take over The Queen’s Club with the HSBC Championships in June, while The O2 will host the Laver Cup from September 25 to 27, featuring confirmed stars Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz.
Wembley Stadium will make its college American football debut in September, hosting the Union Jack Classic between the Kansas Jayhawks and Arizona State Sun Devils. The NFL will also return to London later in the year.
Twickenham Stadium will see the conclusion of the inaugural Nations Championship rugby tournament in November with three days of double-header fixtures from November 27 to 29.
Other returning staples include the London Marathon on April 26, the Women’s FA Cup Final at Wembley on May 31, the Wimbledon Championships from June 29 to July 12, and the London Athletics Meet at London Stadium on July 18.
Future ambitions are equally high, with bids in place for the 2027 Tour de France Femmes and the 2029 World Athletics Championships.
The UK’s solo bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup also positions London as a core host city, with five proposed venues.
Beth Barrett-Wild, tournament director of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, said: “With just under six months to go until the opening game of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, the stage is set for a transformative tournament that will reset the narrative about women’s cricket, propelling it firmly into the mainstream.
“World-class athletes will descend on England and Wales for 24 days of high octane, elite sport that will not only engage countless fans across the country but also deliver lasting impact for the growth of women’s sport.
“And with tickets for some of the biggest clashes at The Oval and Lord’s already close to selling out, Londoners should act now to secure their chance to be part of history.”
Jack Buckner, CEO of British Athletics, said: “London is a leading destination for world class athletics and we look forward to staging the Novuna London Athletics Meet in July in what is the biggest one-day athletics event of the year.
“Returning to the London Stadium, this incredible event has sold out three years running and will once again showcase global superstars and record-breaking performances.
“We are also excited to be working with the Mayor and partners to bring the 2029 World Athletics Championships back to the capital, which would be another hugely significant moment as we grow the sport across the UK.”
