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2024-2025 PDC Paddy Power World Darts Championship

The 2024-2025 PDC Paddy Power World Darts Championship, the biggest event in darts, will be held at Alexandra Palace in London, England. It will start on 15 December 2024 and conclude with the final on 3 January 2025. Organised by the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC), 96 of the world’s best darts players will compete for the coveted Sid Waddell Trophy. Luke Humphries is the defending champion after beating Luke Littler 7-4 in the 2024 final at Ally Pally. Humphries will begin his defence on the opening night of the 2024-2025 tournament, with the schedule of play for the first and second rounds now finalised. The pre-Christmas period in the sport's showpiece event will see the first and second rounds played across nine days from 15-23 December. The first double session at this ye...
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2021 NFL London games: Falcons face the Jets and Jaguars host the Dolphins
15Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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2021 NFL London games: Falcons face the Jets and Jaguars host the Dolphins

American football returns to London this autumn with two regular season NFL international matches at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. On Sunday 10 October the Atlanta Falcons will host the New York Jets then on Sunday 17 October the Jacksonville Jaguars will play the Miami Dolphins. Both games will start at 2.30pm UK time. From 2007 to 2019 there have been 28 NFL London games and this year’s matches will see the first two picks of the 2021 NFL Draft – Trevor Lawrence (Jaguars) and Zach Wilson (Jets) – in action.  “We are excited to be returning to London and welcoming back our fans for two great matchups,” said Christopher Halpin, NFL executive vice-president - chief strategy and growth officer. “We expect these games to be a celebration of our sport and our robust UK fan base. ...
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‘Tokyo 1964: Designing Tomorrow’ exhibition to open at Japan House London
5Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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‘Tokyo 1964: Designing Tomorrow’ exhibition to open at Japan House London

Tokyo 1964: Designing Tomorrow, an exhibition exploring the cultural and design legacy behind the Tokyo 1964 Olympic Games, will open at Japan House London on 5 August 2021. Sharing stories and artefacts never seen before in the UK, the exhibition will run until 7 November. The 1964 Games were Japan’s first, large-scale engagement with the world after the Second World War. They presented a chance to tell a fresh story and showcase Japanese creativity and design thinking across the globe, an opportunity elevated by the 1964 Games being the first to be broadcast in colour on TV to a world-wide audience via satellite. Exhibits on display include: Original 1964 posters designed by Kamekura Yūsaku and the award-winning team of post-war designers, marking the first time that photograph...
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Wimbledon cancelled: official statements from the All England Club 
1Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Wimbledon cancelled: official statements from the All England Club 

The All England Club (AELTC) has confirmed that this year’s Wimbledon Championships are off.  London’s grand slam event has been cancelled due to the coronavirus crisis and tennis fans will have to wait until the summer of 2021 to watch the world’s best players compete on the grass courts in SW19.  The 134th Championships will instead be staged from 28 June to 11 July 2021. Official statements Ian Hewitt, AELTC chairman “This is a decision that we have not taken lightly, and we have done so with the highest regard for public health and the wellbeing of all those who come together to make Wimbledon happen.  “It has weighed heavily on our minds that the staging of The Championships has only been interrupted previously by World Wars but, following thorough and extensive consideration of al...
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MLB London Series 2020 cancelled: St Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs matches are off
1Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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MLB London Series 2020 cancelled: St Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs matches are off

The 2020 Major League Baseball (MLB) London Series has been cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic.  St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs were scheduled to go head-to-head at the London Stadium in June but the two matches are now off.  MLB has confirmed that ticket holders will receive a full refund.  A statement said: “As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Mitel & MLB Present London Series 2020 has been cancelled.  “The decision has been taken in line with the UK Government’s actions stopping public gatherings and the need to focus emergency services resources on combating the pandemic.  “While we understand that this news is disappointing, we are faced with an unprecedented situation worldwide and nothing is more important to us than the health and safety of our players, e...
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Daniel Dubois vs. Joe Joyce: all-British boxing bout now set for 11 July
30Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Daniel Dubois vs. Joe Joyce: all-British boxing bout now set for 11 July

Promoter Frank Warren has confirmed that the all-British heavyweight boxing bout between Daniel Dubois and Joe Joyce will now take place on Saturday 11 July at The O2 in London.  The original fight had been scheduled for April at The O2, but was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic. Both undefeated fighters hail from the UK’s capital city and the "Seek and Destroy" event promises to be one of the biggest boxing bouts this year. Tickets are on sale via Ticketmaster and AXS. “Dynamite” Dubois, 22, said: “This is the biggest fight of my career without doubt. This will be the fight that announces me to the world.  “I think I am better than Joe in every department. I have a better jab, I have better movement, I have more power. The only thing Joe has over me is experience, but he’s...
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Chestertons Polo in the Park 2020 London: new dates, event guide, tickets, hospitality, hotels
28Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Chestertons Polo in the Park 2020 London: new dates, event guide, tickets, hospitality, hotels

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the dates for the 2020 Chestertons Polo in the Park have been amended. The London event will now take place at Hurlingham Park in Fulham from 4-6 September and tickets are on sale.  This year’s three-day spectacular will feature International Friday, Ladies Day and Finals Day. A firm fixture in the social calendar, the world-class polo event is not just about the sport, but also fashion, food, fun and family.  Here we look at the event details, travel information and the ticket and hospitality options. 2020 sports calendar: UK and global major sporting events and ticket details Newsletter: sign up for updates from Sports Tourism Media Friday 4 September: International Friday An action-packed day to kick-start the tournament, including the Frasers Engl...
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Anthony Joshua vs. Kubrat Pulev: London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to host June title fight 
8Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Anthony Joshua vs. Kubrat Pulev: London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to host June title fight 

British boxing star Anthony Joshua has confirmed a homecoming fight at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London against Kubrat Pulev on Saturday 20 June. After bouts against Andy Ruiz Jr in New York and Saudi Arabia, champion Joshua will now defend his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO world titles against Bulgaria's mandatory challenger.  The title fight, live on Sky Sports Box Office, is promoted by Matchroom Boxing in association with Top Rank and Epic Sports and Entertainment. Ticket information for the 20 June event will be announced soon. 2020 sports calendar: UK and global major sporting events and ticket details Newsletter and magazine: sign up for updates from Sports Tourism Media What the fighter say  Anthony Joshua (23-1, 21 KOs) “On 20 June, I am defending my heavyweight world titles. ...
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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London: 2020 sports events and venue guide
4Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London: 2020 sports events and venue guide

London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park (QEOP) is gearing up for a huge 2020 with many national and international sporting events on the agenda.  Home to venues such as the London Stadium, Copper Box Arena and London Aquatics Centre, QEOP’s 2020 sports calendar includes Premier League football, Tokyo 2020 qualifiers and Major League Baseball.     Peter Tudor, director of visitor services at QEOP, said: “In 2020 we will have a fantastic array of sport on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park with something to inspire everyone. Not only do we have four different Olympic qualifying events but fans can also watch the world’s best athletes play netball, hockey and baseball – all in fantastic venues set in over 500 acres of wonderful parkland.” QEOP factfile Opened: April 201...
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Event focus: International Sports Convention London | June 2020
22Dec By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Event focus: International Sports Convention London | June 2020

The International Sports Convention (ISC) will be held for the first time in London in 2020.  Previous editions of the event have taken place in mainland Europe, but from Wednesday 17 June to Thursday 18 June the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium makes its debut as host venue. Headlined as the “meeting place for sports business”, ISC London 2020 will feature seven conferences and three masterclasses.  Organisers predict there will be 1,500 delegates attending the event at the new Spurs stadium and more than 150 speakers will take part in the various conferences, masterclasses, round tables and networking sessions.  Nigel Fletcher, CEO of ISC, said: “The move to this unique entertainment and sporting venue will provide delegates around the world with the best possible sports business event expe...
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Interview: StubHub president Sukhinder Singh Cassidy talks NFL, London, Brexit and ticket trends
23Oct By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Interview: StubHub president Sukhinder Singh Cassidy talks NFL, London, Brexit and ticket trends

Hosting major US sporting fixtures has cemented London’s position as an international sports hub - and the perception of the UK has improved for fans who attended the events.   That’s according to a study published in October by online ticket company StubHub which looked at sales data ahead of the 2019 NFL London Games. This year London hosted the NBA regular-season match between the Washington Wizards and New York Knicks at The O2 in January. And for the first time baseball arrived on UK soil with the Boston Red Sox taking on rivals New York Yankees in two MLB matches at the London Stadium in June. In October and November American football has once again been on the London sporting calendar. Two NFL games were played at Tottenham and two are taking place at Wembley.    The StubHub stu...
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London record hotel openings in 2020 will boost sports and MICE sectors
9Sep By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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London record hotel openings in 2020 will boost sports and MICE sectors

London’s MICE and sports event sectors will be boosted by a record 7,995 new hotel rooms opening across 65 new hotels in 2020.  Next year the UK capital will host seven matches in the Euro 2020 football championships, including both semi-finals and the final. And major sports business events to be held will include the International Sports Convention at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in June.  According to data published by STR, next year’s new hotel and room openings will be added to the 158,956 existing hotel rooms in the city. London & Partners, the Mayor of London’s promotional agency, said in a statement: “New hotel room openings have soared from 3,222 in 2010 to 7,995 planned for 2020. This means that in ten years [2010-2020], London’s overall hotel room capacity has increased ...
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Tottenham stadium to host International Sports Convention 2020
29Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Tottenham stadium to host International Sports Convention 2020

[2020 ISC is postponed and will now be held in 2021] Tottenham Hotspur Football Club’s £1bn stadium opened in early April to much fanfare with the north London club playing their first domestic and European matches at their new home. Following a season-and-a-half of being tenants at Wembley Stadium – and after many delays – Premier League side Spurs finally got the go-ahead to return home to N17. Opening its doors on 3 April with an EPL clash against Crystal Palace, the 62,062-capacity Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is now the largest club ground in London. It will also host NFL fixtures and become a major hub for events and entertainment. With the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium now fully open it’s a welcome addition to London’s sports business venue list. Along with other major grounds such ...
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Active London 2019: innovation on the agenda for London Sport event
1Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Active London 2019: innovation on the agenda for London Sport event

The 2019 Active London event organised by London Sport will explore innovation in physical activity and sport in the UK capital. Taking place at 30 Euston Square on 10 September, Active London’s morning schedule will see keynote speeches focused on international innovation and national innovation followed by a panel discussion on local innovation. In the afternoon there will be breakout sessions focused on: city-based innovation, community-based innovation, innovation driven by technology, and insight-led innovation. In a media release London Sport said: “Bringing together expertise from across the country and around the world, Active London will offer a comprehensive starting point for delegates to explore both inspirational and practical approaches.  “As well as plentiful networking ...
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Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Festival: tickets, dates and what’s on
7Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Festival: tickets, dates and what’s on

The Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Festival returns to London in 2019 at Battersea Park. Taking place over four days from 24-27 October, the snow sports event features the UK’s largest real-snow open-air ski slope.  Tricks and stunts Held on “Mount Battersea”, which features real snow from The Snow Centre in Hemel Hempstead, competitions will see professionals show off their tricks, stunts and skills on the slope throughout the weekend. What’s on? Visitors to the festival can also enjoy games, entertainment, a street food village and get winter sports holiday inspiration from more than 150 exhibitors. Opening times and dates Thursday 24 October: 12pm-10pm  Friday 25 October: 11am-10pm  Saturday 26 October: 11am-7pm   Sunday 27 October: 11am-5pm How much are tickets? According ...
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Active East: a month of activities in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
5Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Active East: a month of activities in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Free sporting activities feature throughout the month of July during Active East at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London.  People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to visit London’s former Olympic Park to enjoy free activities including football, yoga, rowing, tennis, cycling and dancing. Visit International Quarter London’s Endeavour Square to experience what it’s like for the pros in the Wimbledon and Tour de France simulators and slip on your dancing shoes to learn ceilidh or swing. Try out a mountain bike or road track session at Lee Valley VeloPark and set free your inner Andy Murray with a game of tennis at Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre. Also, why not take to the water to try out some canoeing or rowing from the brand new pontoon in the south of the park? A...
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Event focus: Active London 2019
4Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Event focus: Active London 2019

The Active London conference returns in 2019 and will be held at a new venue. Taking place at 30 Euston Square on 10 September, the event organised by London Sport will be dedicated to the future of physical activity and sport in the nation’s capital. Lorna Leach, London Sport’s strategic relationship manager, said: “This year’s event will bring together a huge number of the strands of work that London Sport and many of our partners have explored over the past 12 months.  “Innovation in physical activity is taking place in a huge number of areas, not only from a technology perspective, but in disciplines ranging from urban planning and regeneration to social integration and community development.  “We look forward to bringing together some of the most exciting and creative developments...
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ISC 2020 partners with the Financial Times for London event
21Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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ISC 2020 partners with the Financial Times for London event

The International Sports Convention (ISC) and the Financial Times (FT) have announced a global partnership for the ISC 2020 event in London. Taking place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium from 17-18 June, the event will see 1500 delegates and 150 speakers attend nine sports industry conferences over two days. ISC and the FT will collaborate on a number of initiatives, including editorial, content, media and marketing. The partnership will provide insight, editorial and commentary throughout the 12-months build-up leading to the event in London. The comprehensive partnership will ensure significant participation from political, business, FMCG and financial industries mixing with the business of sport. Nigel Fletcher, CEO of ISC, said: “The partnership with the FT reflects a stro...
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US sports make big impact on London’s tourism industry
20Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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US sports make big impact on London’s tourism industry

American sports will be in the spotlight in London this year as more US athletes and events choose the UK capital as their second home. According to Visit London 2018 saw a record 2.6m visits to London from the US, with live sports events playing a key role in attracting tourists. Upcoming highlights include the Boston Red Sox going head to head with baseball rivals New York Yankees and US tennis icon Serena Williams aiming to win a 24th grand slam title at Wimbledon. In October and November four matches will be played in London during the NFL's 100th anniversary. Two games will take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and two at Wembley Stadium. Speaking of his experience playing in the capital, Tom Brady, the six-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback of the New England Patriots ...
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