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DP World Tour 2025 calendar: 42 Race to Dubai tournaments on schedule
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DP World Tour 2025 calendar: 42 Race to Dubai tournaments on schedule

The return of the Austrian and Turkish Opens, as well as a host of new tournament venues, headline the men’s golf DP World Tour global schedule in 2025. Featuring a minimum of 42 Race to Dubai tournaments in a minimum of 26 different countries, the schedule will see DP World Tour members compete for a record total prize fund of $153 million outside the major championships.  For the second consecutive season, the schedule will comprise three distinct phases,  beginning with five ‘Global Swings’ followed by the ‘Back 9’, with the season then culminating with the ‘DP World Tour Play-Offs’ in November 2025.  The Turkish Open, which will be played at Regnum Carya Golf & Spa Resort from 8-11 May, marks the DP World Tour’s return to Turkey for the first time in six years...
HSBC SVNS 2025 calendar: from Dubai to Singapore and LA
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HSBC SVNS 2025 calendar: from Dubai to Singapore and LA

After the record-breaking Olympic Games in Paris, the stars of rugby sevens are set to make a thrilling return to HSBC SVNS 2025. Featuring seven iconic global destinations and culminating with the SVNS World Championship in Los Angeles, following the penultimate round in Singapore where the SVNS league winners will be crowned. The tens of millions of fans around the globe who were captivated by the sensational rugby sevens competitions at the Olympic Games can now get set to see the world’s best 12 men’s and women’s teams as they showcase their incredible speed, astounding skills and indomitable strength once again in the HSBC SVNS 2025. Singapore and Los Angeles have been added to the five previously confirmed destinations, meaning SVNS 2025 will feature seven rounds played across...
2024-2025 sports events calendar – biggest global sporting events
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2024-2025 sports events calendar – biggest global sporting events

The global sports calendar for 2024 and 2025 is packed with exciting events that promise unforgettable moments for fans worldwide. From iconic competitions that celebrate long-standing traditions to new tournaments that showcase emerging talent, these two years will feature a dynamic array of sports and venues.  Sports like tennis and golf will shine with their annual tours and majors, from Wimbledon and the US Open to the Masters and Ryder Cup. Additionally, motorsport fans can look forward to the Formula 1 season, which will continue to offer thrilling races across exotic locations, including a night race in Las Vegas and the iconic Monaco Grand Prix.  This diverse line-up reflects the global passion for sports and the unique way each event brings people together, creating a vibra...
Tennis 2025 calendar: next grand slam and big tournaments
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Tennis 2025 calendar: next grand slam and big tournaments

In this tennis events calendar we start by taking a look at the dates of the four grand slams in 2025 – plus some of the big tournaments taking place around the world during the year. The next grand slam is the Australian Open from 6-26 January 2025 at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia. The 2025 tennis grand slam season will feature the four iconic major tournaments that define the sport: the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. These tournaments will bring together the world’s top players, offering fierce competition across hard, clay, and grass surfaces.  The Australian Open kicks off the year from 6-26 January 2025 at Melbourne Park. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and extreme summer heat, it’s played on fast hard courts and often sets the ton...
Horse racing 2024 calendar: biggest races, events and festivals
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Horse racing 2024 calendar: biggest races, events and festivals

A huge sporting tradition in the UK and internationally, flat and jump horse racing brings in the punters to many huge races, events and festivals. Featuring the English Classics, the Grand Nationals, Gold Cups and The Derby, the British racing calendar is action-packed throughout the year. Here we look at the major horse races and events taking place in 2024. Main image: Downpatrick Racecourse in Co. Down, Northern Ireland Subscribe to our monthly newsletter Major UK horse races in 2024 New Year’s Day Racing at Cheltenham When: 1 January 2024 Where: Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire, England Website and tickets: thejockeyclub.co.uk Cheltenham Festival When: 12-15 March 2024 Where: Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, England  Feature races (ju...
International rugby union 2024 calendar
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International rugby union 2024 calendar

2024 rugby union events and tournaments INTERNATIONAL RUGBY UNION The men's and women's Six Nations and the summer and autumn international Test matches are on the rugby union calendar in 2024. Events in 2024 2 February-16 March: men's Six Nations 23 March-27 April: women's Six Nations 22 July-27 July: men's summer internationals 10 August-28 September: Rugby Championship 2-30 November: men's autumn internationals Major tournaments, events and fixtures Men's Six Nations 2025 Round 1 Friday 31 January 2025: France vs. Wales (Stade de France, Paris)Saturday 1 Februar...
Darts 2024 calendar: PDC events, Premier League, World Championship
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Darts 2024 calendar: PDC events, Premier League, World Championship

Watching the darts has become cult viewing for many sports fans in the UK and around the world. The biggest tournaments – including the Professional Darts Corporation’s (PDC) World Darts Championship and Premier League Darts series – attract thousands of fans to arenas while millions more watch at home. If you love a bit of bully, check out the 2024 darts events calendar. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter 2024 Premier League Darts The 2024 Premier League Darts season will start at the Utilita Arena in Cardiff, Wales, on Thursday 1 February. The 17-week season will be staged on Thursday nights from February until May, as the sport’s biggest names battle it out for the coveted title. The season’s finale will take place in May 2024, with the final three league nights in Aberdeen, ...
World’s best marathons and running festivals in 2024
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World’s best marathons and running festivals in 2024

Completing a marathon – the magical 26.2-mile distance (or 42.195km) – has become a bucket-list item for beginner and competitive runners alike.     The six biggest marathons in the world – Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago and New York City – form the Abbott World Marathon Majors series and there’s also hundreds of other running events to choose from on any given month throughout the year.  From events in major cities and snow to vineyards and African safari, here’s our pick of the best marathons around the world in 2024. All events and dates are subject to change. Travel agencies A number of travel agencies offer packages to various marathons and running events around the world, including: Marathon Travel & Tours Sports Tours Intern...
World’s best half marathons in 2024
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World’s best half marathons in 2024

If running the full 26.2-mile marathon isn’t for you then why not attempt the 13.1-mile half marathon distance instead? There’s hundreds of great events to choose from in 2024 – here we pick out some of the best half marathons in the world. All events and dates subject to change. Travel agencies A number of travel agencies offer packages to various marathons and running events around the world, including: Marathon Travel & Tours Sports Tours International Destination Sport Experiences 2:09 Events RunFun Travel  Marathon World Travel Tri Travel Related articles World’s best marathons 2024 sports events calendar: this year’s global sporting events Subscribe to our monthly newsletter Half marathons in 2024 PolarNight Half Marathon...
Football 2024 calendar: Euros, Premier League and Champions League
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Football 2024 calendar: Euros, Premier League and Champions League

In this guide we focus on the key dates on the 2024 football calendar. Major events this year include the men's Uefa Champions League final at Wembley Stadium in London, the Uefa European Championship in Germany, and the Copa América in the United States. We also take a look at the season schedules for the Premier League, English Football League and the various finals in the UK and Europe. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter English Premier League 2023-2024 Featuring a total 380 matches, the 2023-2024 English Premier League season will kick off on Friday 11 August with newly-promoted Burnley hosting champions Manchester City. There will be a mid-season break between 13-20 January 2024 and the final day will be on Sunday 19 May 2024. Premier League 2023-2024 key dates 1...
DP World Tour golf: new-look schedule for 2024 European Tour season
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DP World Tour golf: new-look schedule for 2024 European Tour season

The men’s golf DP World Tour has announced its schedule for the 2024 season – which will include a minimum of 44 tournaments in 24 countries and across five continents. In 2024, the tour’s stars will also compete for an overall record prize fund of $148.5m, excluding the majors. The 2024 Race to Dubai will feature three new phases – five “global swings” from November 2023 to August 2024; a “Back Nine” from September 2024 to October 2024; and two DP World Tour Play-Offs in November 2024.  As in previous years, there will be the five Rolex Series events – the premium category of events on the DP World Tour. In 2024 these will be:  Hero Dubai Desert Classic (18-21 January) Genesis Scottish Open (11-14 July) BMW PGA Championship (19-22 September) Abu Dhabi Champio...
Formula 1 2024 race calendar: GP dates and venues
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Formula 1 2024 race calendar: GP dates and venues

The calendar has been announced for the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship, approved by the World Motor Sport Council. Featuring 24 races, the 2024 F1 season starts in Bahrain on 2 March and finishes in Abu Dhabi on 8 December. For the opening two races of the season, in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, the grand prix will take place on a Saturday. This decision has been taken to accommodate Ramadan. Stefano Domenicali, president and CEO of Formula 1, said: “I am delighted to announce the 2024 calendar with 24 races that will deliver an exciting season for our fans around the world. There is huge interest and continued demand for Formula 1, and I believe this calendar strikes the right balance between traditional races and new and existing venues.” 2024 F1 calendar  Main i...
World Surf League confirms 2024 Championship Tour calendar
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World Surf League confirms 2024 Championship Tour calendar

World Surf League (WSL) has announced the schedule for its 2024 Championship Tour (CT). The calendar will continue to showcase a combined women’s and men’s schedule featuring nine regular-season events, a mid-season cut after CT Stop No.5, and the fourth-annual WSL Finals. In 2024 Fiji returns to the schedule for the first time since 2017 as the final stop of the regular season from 20-29 August. Next year, surfing will also make its second appearance in the Summer Olympic Games at Paris 2024, with surfing competitions being held from 27 July to 5 August 2024. The 2024 WSL Finals will be held at Lower Trestles in San Clemente, California, from 6-14 September. Jessi Miley-Dyer, WSL chief of sport, said: “2024 is set to be a big year for surfing, and our schedule is designed to supp...
SailGP expands global calendar for season four 
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SailGP expands global calendar for season four 

SailGP has unveiled an expanded schedule for its fourth season – a 12-race global circuit spanning four continents from June 2023 to July 2024.  Known as “the world’s most exciting racing on water”, SailGP’s fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled events use identical hydrofoiling F50 catamarans – 50ft race boats with 80ft wingsails that fly over the water at speeds of more than 60mph. The global championship features national teams battling in short, intense races at iconic stadium-style venues across the globe.  The North American market features prominently in the 2023-2024 calendar, hosting six of the planned 12 events. This includes a brand new stop in Los Angeles on the LA Waterfront at the Port of Los Angeles from 22-23 July 2023, and the return to New York in June 2024, which hosted S...
2023 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series: three new venues on calendar  
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2023 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series: three new venues on calendar  

Seven breathtaking venues will feature in the 14th edition of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series – including three brand-new locations for 2023: Auckland in New Zealand, Takachiho in Japan, and Sweden’s capital city, Stockholm. The season finale in Auckland will be the 99th stop of the world series, which launched in 2009.  For the second season running, Boston will provide the opening launchpad. The Institute of Contemporary Art, set against the skyline of one of America’s oldest cities, bore witness to a very special first chapter in last year’s fight for the coveted King Kahekili trophies. A maiden victory for two of the sport’s young guns – Aidan Heslop of the UK and Canada’s Molly Carlson – set the tone for one of the most exciting seasons in cliff diving history. https://...
Rugby union: 2023 Six Nations men’s and women’s fixtures and dates
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Rugby union: 2023 Six Nations men’s and women’s fixtures and dates

European rugby union takes centre stage in February and March 2023 with the men’s Guinness Six Nations championship. Featuring England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales, games will be played over five rounds. In 2022 France won the championship and the grand slam. The 2023 edition of the Six Nations will also be a big part of preparations ahead of the men’s 2023 Rugby World Cup in September and October.   Following the conclusion of the men’s Six Nations, it’s the turn of the women’s teams. The 2023 Women’s Six Nations championship begins with the first round of fixtures on 25-26 March and finishes with round five on 29 April. Guinness Six Nations Fanzones Each year, millions of rugby fans attend the Guinness Six Nations matches, and more than 100,000,000 tune in across...
Darts: 2023 Cazoo Premier League schedule and venues confirmed by PDC
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Darts: 2023 Cazoo Premier League schedule and venues confirmed by PDC

The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) has confirmed the event schedule and venues for the 2023 Cazoo Premier League season. There will be 17 venues on the calendar, with events taking place on Thursday nights from February to May. The new season will start at the SSE Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland on Thursday 2 February and the play-offs will be held at The O2 in London, England on Thursday 25 May.  In a news release, the PDC also confirmed that the 2023 Cazoo Premier League season will retain the same format as introduced in 2022. Eight players compete each night in a knockout format before the top four players from the final league table progress to the play-offs.  As well as the opener in Belfast, February will also feature league nights in Cardiff, Glasgow and D...

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