 The biggest changes to come include AR and AI, and the materials used for sports uniforms ( 888 Sport) Dr Pearson said: 'Drone races would be a bit like pod racing in Star Wars – so that's an emerging sport which could be regulated in a similar way to Formula 1. 'The drones would be restricted in terms of power to ensure competitors are on a level playing field.' And numerous exciting developments are expected when it comes to improving the performance of athletes – including the introduction of augmented reality (AR) glasses to training sessions for elite footballers by 2025. It is also predicted that the 2030s will see athletes wear electronics on – or even under – their skin, to enhance their performance. And tech called 'active skin' – an example o){kind=link}
Dr Ian Pearson claims drone racing could be part of the world of sport as soon as 2025 – similar to the pod racing in Star Wars
A leading futurologist has revealed how tech will change sport â including AI training sessions, micro-technology skin implants, and even Star Wars-style pod racing.
Dr Ian Pearson, who has more than 1,800 inventions to his name â including text messaging â has predicted what innovations we can expect in sport in the coming decades.
The new tech could enable athletes to improve their performance and give fans the ultimate viewing experience â and wouldn’t look out of place in a sci-fi blockbuster.
And it’s not just sports participants who will benefit from the enhancements.