It’s been a massive year for sport in 2026, with both the Winter Olympics and FIFA World Cup held over the past six months.
Even non-sporting fans are getting in on the sports tourism action, with people travelling to soak up the atmosphere at baseball games in Japan, ice hockey games in Canada and Muay Thai bouts in Thailand.
If you’re planning your next trip and thinking about dipping your toes in the sporting waters, why not combine it with your love of history and culture?
These historic sporting events date back centuries, and offer a fascinating glimpse into the traditions of the countries they are held in.
Palio di Siena, Italy
