The world of sports is an ever-changing landscape, with each year presenting new and exciting developments in the industry. The year 2021 was no exception, as we witnessed some of the most thrilling events in recent history. From postponed Olympic Games to upsets in major tournaments, the past year has been nothing short of enthralling for sports enthusiasts. Football Football, often dubbed as the most popular sport in the world, has undoubtedly had a captivating year.
The UEFA Euro 2020, which was postponed in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, finally took place in the summer of 2021. Italy emerged as the victors after a nail-biting encounter with England in the final, held at Wembley Stadium in London. Another remarkable event in football this year was the Copa America, which saw Argentina edge out Brazil in the finals, held at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The triumph marked Argentina’s first major international trophy in a span of 28 years, much to the delight of their devoted fan base.
Olympics The Tokyo Olympics 2020, held in 2021, was an event that had been eagerly anticipated for several years. Despite pandemic-related uncertainties, the games finally took place, albeit under strict protocols to safeguard the safety of athletes, officials, and spectators alike. This year’s Olympics witnessed outstanding performances from athletes worldwide, particularly in gymnastics, athletics, and swimming. Some notable names include Simone Biles, the American gymnast, who withdrew from her events citing mental health concerns, and Italy’s spectacular swimmer, Federica Pellegrini.
Tennis The world of tennis had undergone a significant transformation this year, with exciting new faces emerging and established champions facing tough defeats. Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis player, made headlines by winning all four Grand Slam tournaments in a single year, thus achieving a feat that had only been accomplished three Times of Spanish before in history. However, the biggest shock in tennis came from the US Open women’s final, where 18-year-old British tennis player Emma Raducanu beat Canadian Leylah Fernandez in straight sets to become the first British woman to win a Grand Slam singles title since 1977.