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Oklahoma City joins global list of top sports cities ahead of Olympics

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 10:01 AM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Oklahoma City joins global list of top sports cities ahead of Olympics
Summary

Oklahoma City has debuted at 86th on Burson's global ranking of top sports cities, highlighted by its upcoming role in the 2028 Summer Olympics, where it will host softball and canoe slalom events. Mayor David Holt emphasized the ranking aligns with the city's ambitions to enhance its global identity through sports. The report cites several cities that benefited from hosting major events, suggesting Oklahoma City's future hosting could lead to further advances in its ranking. Additionally, upcoming projects like the Oklahoma City Thunder arena could bolster the city's sports profile.

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  • •Oklahoma City ranked 86th in Burson's top sports cities list.
  • •The city will host softball and canoe slalom at the 2028 Olympics.
  • •Mayor David Holt envisions sports as key to the city's global identity.
  • •New projects include the Oklahoma City Thunder arena and Oklahoma City United stadium.
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  • 10:01 AMYahoo Sports — OKC joins list of world's top 100 sports cities as Olympics, new arena loom
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Oklahoma City makes its debut on a global list of top sports cities, with leaders eyeing future growth in 2028.

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