Every year, since 1995, July 2 is celebrated International Day of Sports Journalists.

The history of the International Day of Sports Journalists

On this day in 1924, the association of the sports press was created in Paris, which united more than 150 unions of journalists. It later included representatives of news agencies, online publications, television, radio and press services of sports clubs.

How is this day celebrated?

Every year, solemn meetings and awards for the best correspondents working in the field of sports are timed to the day of celebration. Some publications also organize sports competitions in order to spread the development of physical education and a healthy lifestyle. Athletes often recall funny and witty phrases that commentators say during competitions.

Interesting facts about sports journalists

• A significant part of the representatives of the profession came from ardent fans.
• The best sports journalist in the world, Bill Simons (USA), had a salary of about a million dollars a year.
• To be a sports journalist, it is not necessary to have a specialized specialty and a diploma. You just need to love sports and know how to write.