2025 promises to be an exciting year for sports fans, with a wide range of international competitions and events spanning disciplines as diverse as football, athletics, tennis and aquatics. Below is a detailed schedule of the most notable sporting events taking place throughout the year.
January
Australian Open (January 15 - 28): The first Grand Slam of the year will take place in Melbourne, Australia, bringing together the world's best tennis players in one of the most prestigious competitions in the sport.
Men's World Handball Championship (10 - 28 January): Held in Denmark and Croatia, this event will bring together elite teams in an intense title race.
February
Super Bowl LIX (February 9): The highly anticipated annual NFL event will take place in New Orleans, USA, promising an unforgettable sporting and entertainment spectacle.
Asian Winter Games (February 2-12): Hosted in Harbin, China, these games include sports such as skiing, figure skating and ice hockey.
March
Tokyo Marathon (March 3): Part of the World Marathon Majors, this race will attract elite and amateur runners from around the world.
World Athletics Indoor Championships (March 14-16): To be held in Nanjing, China, highlighting the best athletes in indoor disciplines.
April
Augusta Masters (April 10-13): This iconic golf tournament will be the first Major of the year and will be held at the Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia, USA.
NCAA Final Four (April 6-8): The culmination of the U.S. men's college basketball tournament, an event full of excitement and drama.
May
Giro d'Italia (4 - 26 May): One of the three Grand Tours of cycling, which runs through the most spectacular landscapes in Italy.
UEFA Champions League Final (May 31): The showpiece event in European club football will be held in London, England.
June
Roland Garros (May 26 - June 9): This tennis Grand Slam, known for its clay court surface, will be held in Paris, France.
Women's Under-19 EURO (17-30 June): Bring together the future stars of European football in an exciting youth tournament.
July
Tour de France (June 29 - July 21): The world's most prestigious cycling race will take in the Alps, the Pyrenees and the Champs-Élysées.
Wimbledon (July 1 - 14): The oldest Grand Slam in tennis, held in London, England.
Pan American Games (July 26 - August 11): Santiago, Chile, will host this multi-sport event that brings together athletes from all over the Americas.
August
World Swimming Championships (August 3-18): Taking place in Doha, Qatar, it will feature top swimming, diving and water polo competitions.
World Athletics Championships (17-25 August): This event will be held in Nairobi, Kenya, with strong international participation.
September
US Open (August 26 - September 8): The final Grand Slam of the tennis season will be played in New York, USA.
Rugby World Cup (8 September - 28 October): France will host this highly anticipated tournament.
October
Chicago Marathon (October 13): Part of the World Marathon Majors, this race winds through the streets of the Windy City.
MLB World Series (October 25 - November 1): The culmination of the baseball season in the U.S., where the Major League Baseball champion will be crowned.
November
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (24 November): The closing of the Formula 1 season, a spectacular night race on the Yas Marina circuit.
World Judo Championships (November 10-18): Held in Tokyo, Japan, attracting the world's best judokas.
December
Copa Libertadores Final (December 7): The most important match in South American club football.
Esports World Championship (December 15-20): A growing event celebrating competition in the world’s most popular video games.
2025 is set to be packed with sporting excitement, with events capturing the attention of millions around the world. Whether you prefer football, tennis, athletics or emerging sports like esports, this calendar has something for everyone. Prepare your diary and don’t miss any of these historic moments!