For a rundown of the most unmissable sporting events to take place over the next 12 months, check out this article to find out more about where and when the Super Bowl will begin, what vehicle Lewis Hamilton will drive in the Formula One World Championship, and who is set to win Wimbledon and more.
Australian Open
Sport: Tennis
Dates: 12-26 January
Location: Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia
Having failed to win the Grand Slam title in 2024, Novak Djokovic has enlisted Andy Murray to coach him. While the pair make an interesting duo, Djokovic’s efforts may not be enough to surpass the world’s No. 1 reigning champion.
In the women’s division, Aryna Sabelenka is expected to earn the title for a third time.
Women’s Ashes
Sport: Cricket
When: 12 January – 2nd Feb
Location: North Sydney Oval, Australia
After an exciting drawn series in 2023, the women’s ashes contest will be divided across three formats, creating a unique 4-day test match right in Melbourne’s cricket ground. This will also be the first test to take place at the cricket ground, which is something home fans are excited about.
Heather Knight’s team in particular has high ambitions to make a comeback since winning the ashes in 2014. Particularly as their first win was in Australia.
Super Bowl LIX
Sport: National Football League
When: 9th February
Location: New Orleans
The 59th edition of America’s football event will launch in the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
Andy Reid will seek to lead the Kansas City Chiefs to victory and earn a total of 5 appearances at the Super Bowl over the past six years, with further ambitions to secure the Vince Lombardi trophy for a third time in a row.
With the luxury of a halftime show, entertainment at the Super Bowl this year arrives courtesy of hip-hop megastar Kendrick Lamar. Kendrick’s last appearance at the Superbowl was in 2022.
Formula One World Championship
Sport: Formula One Racing
When: 14th March to 7th December
Start location: Australia
The championship marks its 75th anniversary by launching the Australian Grand Prix and ending with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The event will take place across five continents.
To shake things up, an exciting prospect awaits Lewis Hamilton—he’ll be driving a Ferrari this year. An impact that could boost Hamilton’s performance on the track.
This change will undoubtedly give Max Verstappen something to worry about, particularly where he hopes to maintain the world title for the fifth year.
In other news, there will be four British drivers on the track, including George Russell and Lando Norris.
UK Poker Championships
Sport: Poker
When: 18th Jan to 27th Jan
Location: Dusk till Dawn venue, Nottingham
Head of Marketing for GG Poker, Angela Martin, explained that last year’s poker event was well received, and she’s confident this year’s festival will be even better than the last.
With £750,000 in guaranteed prizes, there’s plenty of cash and people willing to participate and earn a winning poker champion title.
Upcoming featured events include:
- UKPC OPENER | £100,000 GTD | 18TH – 23RD JAN £200+£30
- UKPC 7-MAX HIGH ROLLER | £50,000 GTD | 22ND-23TH JAN £1,000+£100
- UKPC MAIN EVENT | £500,000 GTD | 21ST – 27TH JAN £500+£60
- UKPC HIGH ROLLER | £100,000 GTD | 26TH JAN £1,000+£100
While member perks in casinos, such as free cash to play and free spins, are the norm for newcomers, Dusk Till Dawn is a venue exclusively made for poker games only.
As such, if you want to play any other one of a casino’s classics, such as slots and 21, hop online to Virgin Games or head to a multi-game casino.
Champions Cup Final
Sport: European Rugby
When: 24th May
Location: Cardiff Principality Stadium
For the first time in a decade, rugby’s European Champions Cup final will take place at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium. The first time it was hosted here was in 2014, so it will be a welcome return.
The top team to beat is Toulouse. The Irish team, Leinster, fell at the hands of Les Rouge et Noir in the final last year. As such, Leinster will be hopeful of making this final their own in Wales.
Royal Ascot
Sport: Horse racing
When 17th to 21st June
Location: Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire
Prestigious British racing gallops into its third century at Royal Ascot, from the detailed dress code set in the royal enclosure to corporate sponsorship refusal. Every inch of Royal Ascot is made to look and feel grand and exciting.
Horses and owners are arriving from across the globe to participate. And tickets are priced reasonably, starting from just £29.
Wimbledon
Sport: Tennis
When: 30th June to 13th July
Location: Wimbledon, London, England
As the first Wimbledon to take place following Andy Murray’s era, it’s likely a new host of British names will be vying to stand out and make an impact, with likely contenders including Cameron Norrie and Katie Boulter.
With insight into the biggest sporting events coming up in 2025, you can begin preplanning when and where to watch your favorite sports in advance to avoid missing out on some of the most exciting games and competitions of the year.
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