Most anticipated sports events in 2024

Get ready for a new exciting year of sports filled with action-packed moments! With the continuous growth of the sports industry, millions of fans are looking forward to several thrilling sporting events.

This momentum is expected to continue and grow in the years to come. If you are wondering what are most awaited sports events in 2024, here are the highly anticipated 2024 sports events that you should not miss out on:

Paris Olympic Games

In 2024, Paris will proudly host the Olympic Games for the third time. This global event, officially called the 2024 Summer Olympics or the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, will bring together nations from around the world to compete for glory. It's a most-awaited multi-sport event that features more than 30 sports including:

• Aquatics
• Basketball
• Football
• Gymnastics
• Weightlifting
   

The Olympic Games 2024 will be held in France from July 26 to August 11, with Paris as the main host city and 16 other cities joining in across metropolitan France. What makes this edition extra special is the debut of breaking, or breakdancing, as an official sport. A big moment for both sports and culture, as breaking takes the spotlight on the global stage of the Olympics.

2024 Summer Paralympics

Following the Olympic Games, get ready for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games! This major international multi-sport event is specifically for athletes with disabilities. It's another historic moment as Paris will host the Paralympics for the first time. According to the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), you can look forward to a variety of sports such as:

• Paratriathlon
• Wheelchair basketball
• Sitting volleyball
• Football 5-a-side
• Powerlifting
   

The 2024 Summer Paralympics is set to take place from August 8 to September 8, 2024. This incredible event provides a platform for elite athletes with disabilities to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. 

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Super Bowl

Save the date for Super Bowl LVIII, one of the major sports events 2024, that got millions of fans tuned in. It is the championship game of the 2023 National Football League (NFL). The game is set to take place on February 11, 2024, at the Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada.

This highly anticipated game will be broadcast nationally by CBS and will be available for streaming on Paramount+. The game will also be simulcast on the Spanish-language network Univision, which will be a first in Super Bowl history. Moreover, the halftime show will be headlined by the talented American R&B singer Usher.

UEFA Euro 2024

The 2024 UEFA European Football Championship, also known as UEFA Euro 2024, is the 17th edition of the prestigious football tournament for 24 European national teams. This time, Germany has been selected as the host country for the competition, which will be held from June 14 to July 14, 2024.

The victorious team in UEFA Euro 2024 will have the chance to participate in the 2025 CONMEBOL-UEFA Cup of Champions, where they will face off against the winner of the 2024 Copa América. The UEFA Euro 2024 tournament is anticipated to showcase top-tier football and attract a global audience.

America’s Cup Sailing

The 37th America's Cup, the oldest international sporting trophy dating back to 1851, is scheduled to take place in Barcelona, Spain, from August and October 2024. The race will involve a yacht representing the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, which will be the defending team, and a yacht representing the winner of the Challenger Selection Series.

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African Cup of Nations

This 2024, the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will bring together highly competitive national teams from Africa to compete for the prestigious title. Originally scheduled for a different date, the tournament was postponed by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to January 13 - February 11, 2024. 

This is due to concerns about adverse weather conditions in Ivory Coast. Nevertheless, the AFCON 2024 is set to take place in six stadiums, offering an exciting platform for the teams to showcase their skills and passion for the sport. Watch out for the t will be snatching the throne of Senegal, the current defending champions.


 

Copa America

One of the highly anticipated sporting events 2024 is the Copa América. It marks the 48th edition of the quadrennial international men's soccer championship organised by South America's football governing body, CONMEBOL. 

The event is scheduled from June 20 to July 14, 2024, with the finals to be held at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. This will be the second time that the United States will host the tournament. The winner of the Copa América 2024 will later be competing against the winner of UEFA Euro 2024 in the 2025 CONMEBOL-UEFA Cup of Champions.

T20 World Cup

The most awaited 9th edition of the T20 World Cup is set to captivate cricket fans worldwide from June 4 to June 30, 2024. This prestigious tournament will bring together 20 teams from across the globe to compete for the championship title. 

This edition of the tournament will be co-hosted by the West Indies and the United States for the first time. Cricket enthusiasts eagerly wait to see which team will dethrone England, the defending champions, and claim the coveted crown.

Monaco Grand Prix

Formula 1 has generated a huge buzz in 2023, garnering attention from millions of supporters, including celebrities and politicians. Among the highly anticipated events in the Formula 1 sports events calendar is the Monaco Grand Prix, renowned for its iconic status. This race is considered one of the most prestigious automobile races globally. The event is held annually at the Circuit de Monaco, a street circuit situated in Monaco. 

Tour de France Femmes

The 2024 Tour de France Femmes is an esteemed elite women's professional road cycling race held in conjunction with the world-renowned men's Tour de France. This upcoming edition will be the third time the race has taken place. Scheduled from August 12 to 18, 2024, it will serve as the 22nd event in the 2024 UCI Women's World Tour calendar. 

Due to preparations for the Olympic Games in Paris, some modifications are expected to be made to the route. The race promises to showcase the incredible talent and athleticism of women cyclists on a global stage.

Kentucky Derby

The Kentucky Derby is the world's oldest and most renowned thoroughbred horse race. Known as the most exciting two minutes in sports. The 150th running of the Kentucky Derby is set to take place on May 4, 2024, at the iconic Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. 

This historic milestone is expected to be a significant and memorable event for horse racing fans worldwide. But before that, the 2023 Road to the Kentucky Derby serves as a platform to observe the qualifying horses and determine which contenders will earn their entry into this prestigious race.

Winter X-Games

The Winter X Games 2024 is an exciting event to look forward to among the winter games 2024. Founded by ESPN Inc., the X Games is a series of action sports events that attract top athletes from around the world to compete in a range of snow and ice-based disciplines. 

This event provides live coverage and will be hosted at the Aspen or Snowmass venue in Colorado. Scheduled to take place from January 26 to 28, 2024, the Winter X Games 2024 promises to showcase incredible feats of competition and adrenaline-pumping action for viewers to enjoy.


 

What you need to watch out for every season

As the year 2024 unfolds, the calendar brims with a plethora of upcoming sporting events, offering a wide array of opportunities for sports enthusiasts. Take a glimpse at more of the main highlights:

• Winter schedules
  • January 12, 2024 to February 10, 2024: Asian Cup of Nations
  • January 13, 2024 to February 11, 2024: 2023 African Cup of Nations
  • January 14, 2024 to January 28, 2024: Australian Open
  • February 2, 2024 to March 16, 2024: VI Nations Tournament
  • February 11, 2024: Super Bowl
  • March 02, 2024: Beginning of the F1 Season
• Spring schedules
  • May 22, 2024: Europa League Final at Budapest
  • May 26, 2024 to June 9, 2024: Roland Garros
  • June 1, 2024: Champions League Final
  • June 6, 2024: NBA Finals
• Summer schedules
  • June 14, 2024 to July 14, 2024: Euro 2024
  • June 20, 2024 to July 14, 2024: Copa America 2024
  • June 29, 2024 to July 21, 2024: 2024 Tour de France
  • July 1, 2024 to July 14, 2024: Wimbledon
  • July 26, 2024 to August 11, 2024: 2024 Paris Olympic Games
  • August 26, 2024 to September 8, 2024: US Open
  • August 18, 2024 to September 8, 2024: 2024 Paralympic Games
• Autumn schedules
  • September 21, 2024 to September 29, 2024: 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling World Championships
     

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