The month of August 2021 witnessed several significant sports events around the world, with the Tokyo 2020 Olympics being the most prominent. Originally scheduled for 2020 but postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Games finally took place from July 23 to August 8, 2021, with most Olympic competitions occurring in August. 
Other notable sports events in August 2021 included the UEFA Super Cup between Chelsea and Villarreal on August 11, the start of various European football leagues including the English Premier League on August 13, and the US Open tennis tournament beginning on August 30. The month also featured major cricket tournaments, athletics competitions, and the continuation of various motorsports seasons.
Despite ongoing pandemic challenges, August 2021 proved to be an exciting month for sports enthusiasts worldwide, with athletes demonstrating remarkable resilience and sportsmanship across multiple disciplines and competitions. |
