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The year 2023 is set to be an incredible one for sports enthusiasts across the globe, as it brings a lineup of exhilarating sporting events that will captivate fans and showcase the world's top athletes. From the grandest tournaments to thrilling championships, the 2023 World Sporting Event Calendar is packed with excitement. In this article, we provide you with an authentic and comprehensive overview of the major global sporting events scheduled for 2023, allowing you to plan ahead and immerse yourself in the world of sports.
January
- Winter X Games (January 26-29): The Winter X Games, an adrenaline-filled extravaganza, will feature top athletes competing in extreme winter sports disciplines, including snowboarding, skiing, and snowmobile events.
- Australian Open (Tennis): Kicking off the Grand Slam season, the Australian Open sets the stage for thrilling tennis action. Watch as the world's top players battle it out for glory in Melbourne.
February
- Super Bowl LVII (February 5): The Super Bowl, the pinnacle of American football, will witness the top two teams from the National Football League (NFL) battling it out for the ultimate championship title.
March
- ICC Men's T20 World Cup (March 1-26): The ICC Men's T20 World Cup will bring together cricketing nations from around the world, showcasing the explosive and fast-paced format of the game.
April
- The Masters (April 6-9): The Masters Tournament, held annually at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, USA, will gather the world's best golfers to compete for the iconic green jacket in one of the sport's most revered events.
May
- French Open (May 22 - June 11): The second Grand Slam tennis tournament of the year, the French Open, will grace the clay courts of Roland Garros in Paris, France, attracting top tennis players and offering thrilling matches.
- UEFA Champions League Final (Football): The UEFA Champions League Final brings together the finest football clubs from across Europe. Witness the drama, skill, and passion as teams vie for the title of continental champions.
June
- FIFA Women's World Cup (June 10 - July 10): The FIFA Women's World Cup, a global showcase of women's football, will take place in Australia and New Zealand, featuring top teams competing for the prestigious title.
July
- Wimbledon (June 26 - July 9): The oldest tennis tournament in the world, Wimbledon, will welcome players to the grass courts of the All England Club in London, UK, offering two weeks of exceptional tennis and timeless traditions.
- Tour de France (Cycling): Cycling enthusiasts will be enthralled by the prestigious Tour de France. Follow the grueling race across stunning landscapes as cyclists push their limits in this iconic event.
August
- Commonwealth Games (July 27 - August 7): The Commonwealth Games, bringing together athletes from nations that are part of the Commonwealth, will be hosted by Birmingham, England, and will encompass a diverse range of sports.
- Olympic Games (Multi-Sport): The pinnacle of athletic excellence, the Olympic Games gather athletes from diverse disciplines and nations. Witness extraordinary feats of strength, speed, and skill as competitors strive for gold.
September
- Rugby World Cup (September 8 - October 21): The Rugby World Cup, the pinnacle of international rugby union, will be held in France, featuring fierce battles between the world's top rugby nations.
October
- MLB World Series (October): The Major League Baseball (MLB) World Series will showcase the best teams from the American and National Leagues, culminating in an electrifying championship series to determine baseball's ultimate champion.
November
- ATP Finals (November 12-19): The ATP Finals, the prestigious season-ending event for men's professional tennis, will gather the world's top-ranked players, who have qualified throughout the year, to compete for the coveted title.
- Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (Motor Racing): The Formula 1 season culminates in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Witness the speed and precision of the world's top drivers as they navigate the iconic Yas Marina Circuit.
December
- FIFA Club World Cup (Football): The FIFA Club World Cup brings together the champion clubs from each continent, creating a global showcase of football excellence. Experience the clash of champions as they compete for the coveted title
All Sporting Events & Venues Calendar 2023
| DATE | SPORTS | EVENT | PLACE/LOCATION |
| JAN 12-22 | Multi-sports | Winter World University Games | Lake Placid, USA |
| JAN 12-29 | Handball | World Championships (men) | Poland and Sweden |
| JAN 13-29 | Field Hockey | Men’s Hockey World Cup | Bhubaneswar & Rourkela, India |
| JAN 16-29 | Tennis | Australian Open | Melbourne, Australia |
| JAN 21-27 (postponed from 2021 & 2022) | Multi-sports | Special Olympics World Winter Games | Kazan, Russia |
| JAN 27-29 | Extreme Sports | Winter X Games 27 | Aspen, Colorado, USA |
| FEB 4 – MAR 18 | Rugby | Six Nations | UK, Ireland, France & Italy |
| FEB 6-19 | Skiing | Alpine World Ski Championships | Courchevel-Méribel, France |
| FEB 9-26 | Cricket | ICC World T20 (women) | South Africa |
| FEB 9 – MAR 26 | Cricket | World Cup | India |
| FEB 12 | Football (American) | Super Bowl | Glendale, Arizona |
| FEB 21 – MAR 5 | Skiing (Nordic) | FIS Nordic World Ski Championships | Planica, Slovenia |
| MAR 8-21 | Baseball | World Baseball Classic | Japan, Taiwan, USA |
| APR 6-9 | Golf | Masters | Augusta, Georgia, USA |
| APR 15 – MAY 1 | Snooker | World Snooker Championship | Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, England |
| APR 15 | Horse Racing | Grand National | Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool |
| MAY 5-16 | Multi-sports | South-East Asian Games | Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
| MAY 6 | Horse Racing | Kentucky Derby | Louisville, Kentucky, US |
| MAY 12-21 | Ice Hockey | IIHF World Championship | Finland & Latvia |
| MAY 18–21 | Golf | US PGA | Oak Hill Country Club, Rochester, New York |
| MAY 22-28 | Table Tennis | World Championship | |
| MAY 28 | Auto Racing | Indianapolis 500 | Indianapolis, USA |
| MAY 28 – JUN 11 | Tennis | French Open | Paris, France |
| JUN 10 | Football (Soccer) | UEFA Champions League Final | Atatürk Olympic Stadium, Istanbul |
| JUN 9-25 | Multi-sports | European Games | Kraków, Poland |
| JUN 16 – JUL 16 | Football (Soccer) | AFC Asian Cup | China or South Korea |
| JUN | Ice Hockey | Stanley Cup finals | |
| JUN | Basketball | NBA Finals | USA/Canada |
| JUN 15-18 | Golf | US Open | Los Angeles Country Club Los Angeles, California |
| JUN 16-25 | Multi-sports | Special Olympics World Summer Games | Berlin, Germany |
| JUN – JUL? | Football (Soccer) | FIFA Club World Cup | – |
| JUL 1-23 | Cycling | Tour de France | France |
| JUL 3-16 | Tennis | Wimbledon | London, England |
| JUL? | Multi-sports | World Urban Games | Budapest, Hungary? |
| JUL? | Multi-sports | Indian Ocean Island Games | Madagascar |
| JUL? | Extreme Sports | Summer X Games | Minneapolis, Minnesota? |
| JUL 10 – AUG 20 | Football (Soccer) | Women’s World Cup | Australia / New Zealand |
| JUL 14-30 | Swimming | World Aquatics Championships | Fukuoka, Japan |
| JUL 20–23 | Golf | The Open Championship | Royal Liverpool Golf Club Hoylake Merseyside England |
| JUL 28 – AUG 6 | Multi-sports | World Police and Fire Games | Winnipeg, Canada |
| JUL 28 – AUG 6 | Netball | Netball World Cup | Cape Town, South Africa |
| JUL 28 – AUG 8 | Multi-sports | Summer World University Games | Chengdu China |
| AUG 3-13 | Cycling | UCI Cycling World Championships | Glasgow, Scotland, UK |
| AUG 4-19? | Multi-sports | African Games | Ghana (Accra, Kumasi, and Cape Coast) |
| AUG 5-12 | Multi-sports | World Beach Games | Bali, Indonesia |
| AUG 10-20 | Sailing | World Championships | The Hauge, Netherlands |
| AUG 19-27 | Athletics | IAAF World Championships | Budapest, Hungary |
| AUG 25-SEP 10 | Basketball | FIBA Basketball World Cup (men) | Indonesia, Japan, and the Philippines |
| AUG 28 – SEP 10 | Tennis | US Open | New York, USA |
| SEP 3-10 | Rowing | World Rowing Championships | Belgrade, Serbia |
| SEP 8 – OCT 28 | Rugby | World Cup (men) | France |
| SEP 9-16 (postponed from 2020) | Multi-sports | Invictus Games | Düsseldorf, Germany |
| SEP 22-24 | Golf | Solheim Cup | Casares, Málaga, Andalusia, Spain |
| SEP 23 – OCT 8 | Multi-sports | Asian Games | Hangzhou, China |
| SEP 29-OCT 1 | Golf | Ryder Cup | Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, Rome, Italy |
| SEP 30 | AFL | Grand Final | Melbourne, Australia |
| SEP? | Rugby | NRL Grand Final | Sydney? |
| OCT 5-14 | Multi-sports | World Combat Games | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| OCT? | Rugby | World Cup 9s | – |
| OCT? | Baseball | World Series | – |
| OCT 20 – NOV 5 | Multi-sports | Pan American Games | Santiago, Chile |
| NOV 3-11 (postponed from 2022) | Multi-sports | Gay Games | Hong Kong, China |
| NOV? | Weightlifting | World Championships | – |
| NOV 7 | Horse Racing | Melbourne Cup | Victoria, Australia |
| NOV 19-DEC 1 | Multi-sports | Pacific Games | Honiara, Solomon Islands |
| NOV 30-DEC 17 | Handball | World Championships(Women) | Denmark / Norway / Sweden |
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