Sports Events Calendar 2026
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The global sports calendar displays this year’s most important tournaments, championships, leagues, and one off headline events for all the world’s major sports. From football and basketball to cricket and motorsport, tennis, combat sports, and golf, all major competitions are covered so you can be sure not to miss a thing throughout the year.
Some sports follow a league format stretching over several months, while others are usually one off tournaments or world championships. The sports events calendar provides a structured overview of all the key stages which can include pre season friendlies, the later playoff rounds, and of course the grand finals.
Calendar for the Most Popular Sports
From one continent to the next, the most popular sports operate in distinct seasonal phases. Below is an overview of the main competitions that feature on our international sports calendar.