BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sports Tourism News - ECPv6.9.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.sportstourismnews.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sports Tourism News REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250903 DTSTAMP:20250829T093126 CREATED:20250705T131720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T131856Z UID:15905-1754179200-1756857599@www.sportstourismnews.com SUMMARY:Dubai Sports World 2025 DESCRIPTION:Dubai Sports World is back for its 2025 edition\, running from 3 August to 2 September at a brand-new location inside the Sheikh Saeed Halls at Dubai World Trade Centre – just steps away from World Trade Centre Metro Station. \nThis one-month sporting extravaganza transforms the summer heat into a season of indoor adrenaline\, offering residents and visitors a packed schedule of activities\, leagues\, and tournaments in a fully air-conditioned environment. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete\, weekend warrior\, or just looking for a fun way to stay active with friends and family\, Dubai Sports World 2025 delivers something for everyone. \nThe event kicks off with a major new highlight: the Dubai Sports World Run IN\, Dubai’s first-ever indoor half marathon on 3 August – a landmark event for runners of all levels. Hot on its heels is the return of the Dubai Sports World Summer League\, a crowd favourite that invites corporate teams to compete across a range of sports\, encouraging camaraderie and healthy competition. \nIn addition to headline events\, visitors can expect an all-star line-up of popular indoor sports including football\, basketball\, padel\, badminton\, tennis\, volleyball\, and more – all playable in a world-class setting. \nDue to the hosting of Global Encounters in July at the Dubai World Trade Centre\, this year’s edition has shifted slightly later – but the energy\, excitement\, and community spirit are higher than ever. \nFor more information see dubaisportsworld.ae  URL:https://www.sportstourismnews.com/events/dubai-sports-world/ LOCATION:Dubai World Trade Centre\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates CATEGORIES:2025 sports events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928 DTSTAMP:20250829T093126 CREATED:20241224T102423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241224T102423Z UID:14573-1755820800-1759017599@www.sportstourismnews.com SUMMARY:Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 England  DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 will take place in eight cities across England from 22 August to 27 September. Record ticket sales has ensured that it will be the largest sports event in the UK in 2025 and also the biggest Women’s Rugby World Cup in history. \nSarah Massey\, managing director of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025\, said: “The response to Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 has been remarkable. England has a proud rugby heritage and a huge appetite for women’s sport\, and this has been reflected in the demand for tickets so early on. Breaking records for ticket sales is just the beginning – we’re building towards a tournament that promises to be inclusive\, entertaining\, and unmissable for fans and players alike. We can’t wait to welcome the world to England next year to celebrate the pinnacle of women’s rugby in front of unprecedented crowds and create unforgettable memories together.” \nPools \nHosts England have been drawn against Australia\, USA\, and Samoa in Pool A. Pool B sees Canada face Scotland\, Wales and Fiji. Reigning champions New Zealand are joined by Ireland\, Japan and Spain in Pool C. In Pool D\, France are drawn alongside Italy\, South Africa and Brazil.  \n\nPool A: England\, Australia\, USA\, Samoa \nPool B: Canada\, Scotland\, Wales\, Fiji\nPool C: New Zealand\, Ireland\, Japan\, Spain\nPool D: France\, Italy\, South Africa\, Brazil\n\nHost cities and stadiums \n\nTwickenham Stadium\, London  \nStadium of Light\, Sunderland\nAmex Stadium\, Brighton\nAshton Gate\, Bristol\nSandy Park\, Exeter\nFranklin’s Gardens\, Northampton\nSalford Community Stadium\, Manchester\nYork Community Stadium\, York\n\nWomen’s Rugby World Cup 2025 fixtures\nThe Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 will kick-off with hosts England facing USA in the opening match at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light on 22 August\, 2025. The match schedule has been designed with teams and fans’ interests at heart\, creating exciting matchups across the eight host locations.  \nAll matches are organised over six weekends with the majority having afternoon kick-off times to boost fan and family attendance across England. Teams will have a minimum of six rest days between pool matches to optimise player welfare and team performance. \nThe quarter-finals will be played at Sandy Park in Exeter and at Ashton Gate in Bristol\, with both semi-finals at Ashton Gate. The final will be held at Twickenham on 27 September.  \nFriday 22 August \n\nEngland vs USA\, Sunderland\n\nSaturday 23 August \n\nAustralia vs Samoa\, Salford \nScotland vs Wales\, Salford\nCanada vs Fiji\, York\nFrance vs Italy\, Exeter\n\nSunday 24 August  \n\nIreland vs Japan\, Northampton \nSouth Africa vs Brazil\, Northampton\nNew Zealand vs Spain\, York\n\nSaturday 30 August  \n\nCanada vs Wales\, Salford \nScotland vs Fiji\, Salford\nEngland vs Samoa\, Northampton\nUSA vs Australia\, York\n\nSunday 31 August \n\nIreland vs Spain\, Northampton \nNew Zealand vs Japan\, Exeter\nItaly vs South Africa\, York\nFrance vs Brazil\, Exeter\n\nSaturday 6 September \n\nCanada vs Scotland\, Exeter \nUSA vs Samoa\, York\nWales vs Fiji\, Exeter\nEngland vs Australia\, Brighton\n\nSunday 7 September \n\nJapan vs Spain\, York \nItaly vs Brazil\, Northampton\nNew Zealand vs Ireland\, Brighton\nFrance vs South Africa\, Northampton\n\nSaturday 13 September \n\nQuarter-final 1: Winner Pool C vs Runner-up Pool D\, Exeter \nQuarter-final 2: Winner Pool B vs Runner-up Pool A\, Bristol\n\nSunday 14 September \n\nQuarter-final 3: Winner Pool D vs Runner-up Pool C\, Exeter \nQuarter-final 4: Winner Pool A vs Runner-up Pool B\, Bristol\n\nFriday 19 September \n\nSemi-final 1: Winner QF1 vs Winner QF2\, Bristol\, 7pm \n\nSaturday 20 September \n\nSemi-final 2: Winner QF3 vs Winner QF4\, Bristol\n\nSaturday 27 September  \n\nBronze final: Loser SF1 vs Loser SF2\, London \nFinal: Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2\, London\n\n \nImage: World Rugby URL:https://www.sportstourismnews.com/events/womens-rugby-world-cup-2025-england-fixtures/ LOCATION:England\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:2025 sports events,Rugby Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908 DTSTAMP:20250829T093126 CREATED:20241012T230124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T094130Z UID:6631-1756080000-1757289599@www.sportstourismnews.com SUMMARY:2025 US Open – tennis grand slam DESCRIPTION:The US Open\, held annually in New York City\, is the fourth and final grand slam tennis tournament of the year. Taking place in 2025 from 25 August to 7 September at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows\, the US Open is known for its high-energy atmosphere\, evening matches\, and intense competition. It takes place on hard courts\, offering a fast surface that rewards powerful and aggressive styles of play.  \nEstablished in 1881\, the US Open has evolved into one of the sport’s most iconic events\, attracting top players and massive crowds. The tournament’s showpiece venue is Arthur Ashe Stadium\, the largest tennis stadium in the world\, with a retractable roof that ensures play continues during rain. The electric atmosphere\, especially during night sessions\, creates a unique and memorable experience for both players and fans. Matches often stretch into the early hours of the morning\, adding to the drama and spectacle.  \nThe US Open is also noted for its innovation. It was the first Grand Slam to introduce electronic line-calling technology (Hawk-Eye) and was a pioneer in implementing equal prize money for men and women\, starting in 1973. The event continues to push boundaries\, embracing new technologies and fan engagement strategies to enhance the overall experience.  \nLegends like Serena Williams\, Pete Sampras\, Rafael Nadal\, and Roger Federer have left their mark on the US Open\, often delivering memorable performances on its fast-paced courts. The tournament is famous for its high-stakes matches and thrilling finals\, with a reputation for producing dramatic and unexpected results. The New York City backdrop adds to the event’s appeal\, offering a vibrant blend of culture\, entertainment\, and sport.  \nFor event information and hotels see: \n\nOfficial website and tickets: usopen.org\nHotels in New York: Expedia | Hotels.com\nCity breaks in New York: LastMinute.com\n\n  \n \n\n\nImage: usopen.org \n\n\n\nEditor’s note: Sports Tourism News works with a number of affiliate partners. Products are sold directly by agents and operators. We may earn a commission should you choose to book any tickets or packages. URL:https://www.sportstourismnews.com/events/us-open-tennis-grand-slam-new-york/ LOCATION:USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center\, Flushing Meadows - Corona Park\, Flushing\, NY\, 11368\, United States CATEGORIES:2025 sports events,Tennis END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR