How is virtual cycling thought of by clubs? And how does that fit into existing sport policy?

Digital Deceit in various forms is an emerging threat to competitive virtual sports, to which this blogpost brings an overview

The ECIS 2026 track on (e)Sports, gaming and Meta-Sports explores the organisational and societal impact of the interplay between technology, gaming and physical activity. The track is chaired by members of the Virtual Sports Research Network.

Making exergaming accessible for wheelchair users

Using the field of virtual cycling and virtual triathlon as a case, this research paper identifies and discusses four governance issues in virtual cycling which include (1) doping, (2) platform fragmentation and commercial interests, (3) transparency and open criteria, and (4) commitment and decision-making.

Can virtual sports effectively increase engagement in traditional disciplines?

Exploring the new playing field in sports, where transparency and perception of fairness appear crucial

Virtual Sports are emerging in all kind of formats, to which this blogpost provides an overview

Four members of the Virtual Sports Research Network shed their light on what is needed to develop virtual sports.

Whitepaper based on experiences at the Sports Innovation Campus.

Special issue for the journal Performance Enhancement & Health

Are virtual sports threatened by cheating in virtual worlds?