Tuesday, July 2, 2024

World Sports Journalists Day

 

Every year, World Sports Journalists Day is celebrated on July 2. Sports has emerged as one of the significant career paths. Many people with special interest and deep passion for sports and journalism often pursue 'Sports Journalism'. 

Sports Journalists Day marks the success of sports media professionals and motivates them to put more effort into spreading knowledge about sports among the general public. Many news agencies organise events to honour their sports journalists on this special day.

World Sports Journalists Day: History

The International Sports Press Association (AIPS) established World Sports Journalists Day on July 2, commemorating the formation day of AIPS as an organisation in 1994 during the Summer Olympics in Paris. This day is marked to honour the outstanding work of journalists in the field of sports journalism. Over the years, many sports media professionals have been honoured for their accomplishments on this special day.

World Sports Journalists Day: Significance

The World Sports Journalists Day encourages and recognises the accomplishments of various sports journalists. One of the major reasons to celebrate World Sports Journalists Day is to spread awareness about sports across the globe. Many media organisations in different parts of the world organise special events in honour of sports journalists on this day. This day brings inspiration to people to make a career in sports journalism.


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