Mauritius Sport News
Mauritius punches above its weight on the international sporting stage. Follow the latest on Mauritian football, Champ de Mars horse racing, athletics, the Indian Ocean Island Games, and local sporting heroes making their mark globally. From grassroots clubs to national teams, we cover sport across the island.
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World Cup 2026: Fans Fury Over US Visa Bars
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is already generating controversy — not on the pitch,…
Kimpembe sans filtre sur Mbappé : entre admiration et franchise sur les efforts défensifs
Presnel Kimpembe n'a jamais été homme à mâcher ses mots, et cette fois encore, l'ancien défenseur du Paris Saint-Germain ne fait pas excepti…
Xabi Alonso Takes the Chelsea Hot Seat: A Rebuilding Mission Full of Pitfalls
It is now confirmed: Xabi Alonso is Chelsea's new head coach. The 44-year-old Spaniard has signed a four-year contract at Stamford Bridge an…
Premier League 2025/26: Manchester United Seal Podium Finish With Thrilling 3-2 Win Over Nottingham Forest
Manchester United delivered a fitting farewell to their home fans this season, defeating Nottingham Forest 3-2 at Old Trafford in a pulsatin…
Champ de Mars Racing Day 3: False Starts, Fines and Vet Concerns Overshadow Saturday's Eight-Race Card
Saturday, 16 May proved to be one of the most incident-filled afternoons of the current racing season at the historic Champ de Mars racecour…
FA Cup Final: Manchester City Beat Chelsea 1-0 to Claim Second Trophy of the Season
Manchester City continued their relentless pursuit of silverware this season, defeating Chelsea 1-0 in the FA Cup Final at Wembley to secure…
Salah's Farewell Warning: Egyptian Star Demands Liverpool Rediscover Their 'Heavy Metal' Identity
Mohamed Salah may be heading for the exit door at Anfield, but the Egyptian king isn't leaving quietly. Following Liverpool's painful 4-2 co…
World Cup 2026: FIFA Remains Optimistic About Iran's Participation Despite Geopolitical Tensions
FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom has struck an upbeat tone regarding Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stating that h…
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports are most popular in Mauritius?−
Football (soccer) is the most widely followed sport. Horse racing at the Champ de Mars racecourse in Port Louis is a beloved tradition dating back to 1812. Athletics, badminton, boxing, and sailing also have strong local followings.
What is the Champ de Mars in Mauritius?−
The Champ de Mars in Port Louis is the oldest horse racing track in the southern hemisphere, established in 1812. Race days attract tens of thousands of spectators and are major social events in the Mauritian calendar, running from May to November.
Does Mauritius compete at the Olympics?−
Yes — Mauritius has competed at the Summer Olympics since 1984. The country's most notable Olympic performance was Bruno Julie's boxing bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Games. Mauritius also competes at the Commonwealth Games and the Indian Ocean Island Games.
What is the Indian Ocean Island Games?−
The Indian Ocean Island Games (IOIG) is a multi-sport event held every four years among Indian Ocean island nations including Mauritius, Réunion, Madagascar, Maldives, Seychelles, Mayotte, and Comoros. Mauritius hosted the Games in 2003 and has historically performed strongly.