Sports have always been a key source of entertainment that attracts many fans, business people, and mare spectators from across the world. Each year, fans get to witness great spectacles, surprising upsets, and tales of courage from athletes worldwide. As the year continues to unfold, it has been very interesting to see that the year is loaded with amazing moments in sports.
As major sports roll on the big screens, you may want to know what has been trending and the expected high level events. In this article, we will take you through the accomplishments in the sporting arena of the year up to this point and what awaits in the next months.
Monaco Grand Prix
Among the most famous and popular events of Formula 1 remains the Monaco race, which was held on the 26th of May. The special car race is famous for its demanding street track, which takes place on the narrow streets of Monte Carlo.
The Monaco GP is more than a car race. It is lit by celebrities and high-profile personalities. Just like in the Grand Prix motorcycle racing, this event is also packed with media and automobile experts ready to give their motor fans bike and car focused news. They are also eager to capture every moment and analyze the performance of the different car models for their website reviews.
In addition, Monte Carlo’s beautiful environment contributes to its appeal, making it attractive to fans and participants. The battles and the strategies used by the participants created one of the most unforgettable days of the Formula 1 race in 2024.
Paris Olympic Games
Paris will host the Summer Olympics for the third time in its history. The 33rd Olympics will unite thousands of athletes from different countries in various sports. The Games will run from 26 July to 11 August and take place in six French cities, offering a splendid show to sports lovers across the globe.
The opening ceremony of the games will take place for the first time in the Olympics’ history not inside a stadium. The spirits of the athletes and delegations are expected to be high as they parade from the boats along the Seine River. The course will begin and end at the Austerlitz Bridge.
Paralympic Games
The actual fully inclusive Paralympics will begin on August 28th and end on September 8th. For the first time, it will emerge from the shadow of the Olympics and feature different sporting activities for disabled people. These games are loved for their focus on appreciating athletes’ talent and adoring their success rather than their disability.
What was also observed during the last Paralympics was the rising interest in media attention and fan base that promotes inclusion for persons with disabilities in sporting activities. Wonderful stories are told, such as those of Tatyana McFadden, a wheelchair racer, and David Brown, a visually impaired sprinter. The Games are a stark eye-opener on the ability of sports to heal and the outstanding abilities of such athletes.
Euro Fever in Germany
The 2012 UEFA European Cup for football was organized in Germany, involving 24 national football teams, all aiming at the coveted trophy. Thus, this year’s tournament formed part of the outstanding list of football events, together with the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast and the 2024 Copa América held in the United States of America.
The event also lacked Russia because of a ban associated with the current political climate. Other big personalities who were competing well were Mbappé of France, Kane of England, De Bruyne of Belgium, and Musiala of Germany. Selecting between England and Spain, the two teams considered to be the strongest teams that would fight for the championship, did not leave the viewers disappointed as they cruised to the semis.
The Masters Golf Tournament
The Masters Golf Tournament of 2024 was the 88th of its kind and one of the most significant turnovers in the grand tour. Organized for four days from 11 to 14 April at Augusta National Golf Club, this annual tournament had 81 players, including novice and expert golfers.
Since this edition, the NCAA individual champion and full FedEx Cup point-awarding fall events on the PGA have become part of the tournaments that qualify for the event. These changes gave the competition a new face and meaning and introduced talented people to the sport.
Among the contenders of 2023, the winner of that year was Jon Rahm from Spain, Scottie Scheffler from America, and Rory McIlroy from Great Britain. Rahm was going for a back-to-back victory, and the main storyline was clear, with Scheffler and McIlroy making a lot of noise as well, eager to unfurl much of their potential in Augusta.
