Australia has some of the most significant sporting events in the world. Some can even be termed as legendary due to the public pull they have. But there are a few that stand out, ones that you should be keen to add to your bucket list. At least five of them stand out, and they are the biggest sporting events in Australia. These events not only bring out the excitement, but you also have a chance to experience the culture. Here are the five biggest sporting events in Australia that everyone needs to check out.
- Melbourne Cup
When it comes to horse racing scenes across the globe, The Melbourne Cup has to be one of the biggest. The race includes a four-day carnival that brings to the fore several Australian traditions. And if you’re a betting person, you can’t miss out on this event. This particular event starts on the first Tuesday of November yearly. Another reason why you need to check it out is that it’s a pub event. This means that if you enjoy your drink and love to socialize, this is an event you can not miss. Not to mention, the actual trophy is worth seeing live in person. This iconic cup is legendary and pictures of the trophy can be viewed online, or locally at one of the most iconic awards and trophies shop Australia has on its land.
- Boxing Day Test Match
If you are a sports fanatic, then chances are you already know Australia for its rich cricket history. But none of the tournaments can compare to the test series that, on average, packs around 90,000 fans in a stadium. This is a game that pits Australia against rivals England. The Melbourne Cricket Ground is where this event takes place, and the iconic stadium carries a lot of history as any other in the world. And the winner gets to take home the Ashes urn. It is rumoured that the urn contains the ashes of either teams’ cricket remnants. The match starts on the 26th of Dec.
- Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
There’s nothing as spectacular as the Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. This is a race that takes place in Sydney on the 26th of Dec, and it’s a five-day race with festivities. It is also considered one of the dangerous yacht races in the world.
- NRL Grand Final
If you’ve never been a part of a massive 83,000 plus people cheer, you need to check out the NRL Grand Final. This is an event that takes place in September – the last Sunday. And it takes place inside the iconic Sydney Olympic Stadium. You also get to experience the spectacle that comes with famous music acts performing before the game.
- Australian Open
Tennis is one of Australia’s most popular sports, and it is only fitting that one of the biggest events to be it. The Australian Open where the best of the best come to compete. Winners get the chance to add the Norman Brookes Trophy and Daphne Akhurst Trophy to their collection.
This is the first Grand Slam of the year, and it takes place inside the Rod Laver Arena. There are also some festivities outside the grounds that you can have fun enjoying.
Conclusion
And while there are a number of sporting events in Australia that can pique your interest, these are the biggest of the lot. They definitely should be on your bucket list.