The year 2021 witnessed several significant sports events despite the ongoing pandemic challenges. The Tokyo 2020 Olympics, postponed from the previous year, finally took place from July 23 to August 8, 2021, featuring over 11,000 athletes from 206 nations competing in 339 events across 33 sports.
Another major event was the UEFA Euro 2020, held from June 11 to July 11 across 11 European cities. Italy emerged victorious, defeating England in the final at Wembley Stadium. The tournament showcased exceptional football talent and attracted global viewership.
Cricket enthusiasts enjoyed the ICC T20 World Cup held in Oman and the United Arab Emirates from October 17 to November 14. Australia claimed the championship by defeating New Zealand in the final, marking their first T20 World Cup title.
Tennis saw the continuation of Grand Slam tournaments with the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open all successfully conducted, though with various COVID-19 protocols in place. |
