Throughout the past year, the world of sports has been filled with thrilling moments and unforgettable events that have captured the attention of millions of fans worldwide. From football to basketball, tennis to golf, and everything in between, these games and competitions have showcased some of the most incredible athletes from every corner of the globe. One noteworthy event from the world of football was the UEFA Euro 2020, which took place in June and July of 2021 after being postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The tournament, which featured 24 teams from Europe, was filled with upsets, surprises, and incredible performances. Eventually, Italy emerged as the champions, defeating England on penalties in the final at Wembley Stadium in London. In basketball, the Tokyo Olympics were a highlight of the year, with both the men’s and women’s tournaments featuring intense competition and thrilling moments. The United States took home the gold in both categories, with the men’s team defeating France and the women’s team defeating Japan.
Tennis was also a major focus in the world of sports in 2021, with some of the biggest names in the game competing at the four Grand Slam tournaments. In the end, Novak Djokovic made history by winning all four events in a single year, becoming just the third man to achieve the feat after Rod Laver and Don Budge. In golf, the major tournaments were once again among the most high-profile events in the sport. Hideki Matsuyama became the first Japanese man to win a major championship, taking home the green jacket at the Masters in Augusta, Georgia.
Meanwhile, Jon Rahm secured his first major title with a thrilling victory at the U.S. Open. Beyond these major tournaments and events, the world of sports was also filled with incredible moments and achievements. In athletics, Karsten Warholm of Norway broke the world record in the men’s 400-meter hurdles, finishing with a time Times of Spanish 45.94 seconds at the Tokyo Olympics. Meanwhile, Simone Biles made headlines for her decision to withdraw from several events at the same Olympics due to concerns over her mental health.