Global Sporting Event Bucket List while on Vacation
As you pack your bags for vacation, we decided to pick our fave summer sport events around the world in 2014.
May 3-11 2014 - ISA World Standup Paddle and Paddleboard Championship
Granada, Nicaragua
SUP Surfing, Racing and more at this cool event. Plus you can watch live webcast.
Source: Yogaqua
May 17 – Al Gaffal Traditional 60ft Dhow Race
Dubai, UAE
Hot, hot, hot! If you end up in Dubai in the scorching heat of Dubai in the summer; head towards the ocean the Dubai International Marine Club to watch are the incredible dhow boats race in the sizzling heat! Best of all, it’s FREE.
Source: Dubai International Marine Club
May 22-25 – Monaco Grand Prix
Monte Carlo, Monaco
Takes guts, focus and abs of steel to win in Formula One racing.
June 12 – July 13 – FIFA World Cup
Multiple locations in Brazil
Goooooooooal! Check out 32 of the best soccer players (and celebrities) around the world congregating in Brazil for the FIFA World Cup. Full schedule
Click to We Are One (Ole Ola) – 2014 FIFA World Cup Song – Pit Bull, Jennifer Lopez & Cláudia Leitte.
One Love, One Rhythm Album
July 13 – THE REAL INSURANCE SYDNEY HARBOUR 10K
Sydney, Australia
Spectacular race you can either watch or sign up for.
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May 26 – June 8 – ROLAND – GARROS 2014, AKA French Open Tennis
Paris, France
Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams will want to win again this year as the French open announced that the prize money for the singles winners will increase my 10% this year.
June 12-16 – Cricket Test Match
London, England
Fancy a traditional cricket match this summer? Head to Lord’s, the home of cricket as England takes on Sri Lanka. And don’t skip their traditional afternoon tea even if it means having to run around Hyde Park to burn the calories.
Source: Lords Cricket Grounds Website
June 12-15 & 19-22 – Golf US Open and U.S. Women’s Open Championships
Pinehurst California
Yup, two tournaments and one location in 2014.
June 23 – July 6, Wimbledon
London, England
Tennis anyone! Head over to Wimbledon for strawberries and cream while watching to see whether Roger Federer can overtake Pete Sampras and win his 8th Wimbledon Championship.
July 5-27- Tour de France
England or France
Who will be sporting the Yellow jersey at the Tour de France? You can catch them cycling through towns with an array of helicopters, and motorcades. Among the picturesque landscapes this year are Harrogate, Reims, or Pau. If you happen to be in Paris on July 27 spin over to the finishing line at the Champs-Élysées.
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July 11 – 12 – US Open ISKA World Martial Arts Championships
Orlando, Florida
If Mickey and Donald are calling this summer make sure you head over to Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort for kicks.
July 23 – August 3 – Commonwealth Games
Scotland
We can’t guarantee that Austin Powers’ Scottish Fat Bastard will be there to greet you but we can guarantee you see the fastest woman and man in the world at the Commonwealth Games.
July 27 – August 10 – 15th FINA World Masters Championships
Montreal, Canada
If you love water then this event with the best in swimming, open water swimming, diving, water polo, synchronized swimming and masters is for you.
August 25-September 8 – US Open (Tennis)
White Plains, NY
If you’re heading to the big apple this summer, take a seat in center court to watch the best tennis players in the world.
September 8-12 – 2014 ISAF Sailing World Championships
Santander, Spain
See which sailing teams you think will take Gold for the 2016 Olympics.
October 14 – Ironman World Championship
Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i
Aloha! You better be training now if you expect to qualify for the ultimate triathlon. If not, grab your sunscreen and line the streets to cheer.
September 16 – 21 – ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships
Appalachian Mountains, Maryland
Don’t forget your camera as you will be surrounded by incredible beauty as you watch the best in the world compete on the 25th anniversary of this event.
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Sept. 27-28 – EVP® World Finals of Beach Volleyball
Stockton, CA
Everyone is swimsuit ready for this event. Check out their full summer schedule around the country.
Lots of incredible events missing from this list including Major League Baseball . So as set off on vacation, check out what local sporting events are happening as they will inspire you to stay up your fitness game.
Bon Voyage!
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