Welcome to the World Sports Photography Awards 2027, the world's leading celebration of sports photography!
Celebrating the world’s finest sports photographers, and judged by leading figures from sport, media, photography, branding, and the creative industries, the awards recognise images that capture the passion, raw emotion, athleticism, and focus at the heart of sport.
Prizes are provided by sponsors of the World Sports Photography Awards.

Key details:

• Entries open: 09 September 2026
• Submission deadline: 23 November 2026
• Eligibility: Up to 10 images taken between December 2025 – November 2026
• Categories: 24 sports categories
• Cost: Free of charge