BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sports Tourism News - ECPv6.9.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Sports Tourism News 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:20250829T093116 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:20250816 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824 DTSTAMP:20250829T093116 CREATED:20250614T081656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T081656Z UID:15776-1755302400-1755993599@www.sportstourismnews.com SUMMARY:Sailing: Hamilton Island Race Week\, Australia DESCRIPTION:Hamilton Island Race Week celebrates 40 years this August – marking four decades of world-class sailing\, exceptional food and wine\, and sun-soaked revelry on Australia’s tropical island. Presented by American Express\, the 2025 regatta runs from 16-23 August with a lineup of unmissable world-class experiences and events on water and on shore. \nWhat began as a niche offshore sailing regatta in 1984 has evolved into a week-long festival of sport\, style and island culture – attracting crews\, chefs\, celebrities\, and spectators from around the country and abroad.  \nWhile the regatta remains the focal point – with some of the world’s best crews competing in spectacular Whitsundays conditions – this is by no means a week just for sailors. Guests can wander the buzzing marina village\, relax with a picnic on Catseye Beach\, or indulge in an array of ticketed events including beachfront garden parties\, superyacht cruises\, wine masterclasses\, world-class musical performances\, and long island lunches curated by some of Australia’s most celebrated chefs—all set against the stunning backdrop of the Whitsundays. \nNick Dowling\, CEO of Hamilton Island\, said: “Race Week’s 40th anniversary is a landmark moment. What began as a simple sailing competition has become a spectacle of sail racing\, culinary excellence\, and island fun. It’s not just about sailing the most picturesque course in the world – it’s about celebrating everything that makes Hamilton Island so special – world-class experiences\, a vibrant food and wine scene\, and the incredible atmosphere and camaraderie that events like Race Week bring to the Heart of the Great Barrier Reef.”  \nFor more information see hamiltonislandraceweek.com.au and hamiltonisland.com.au URL:https://www.sportstourismnews.com/events/sailing-hamilton-island-race-week/ LOCATION:Hamilton Island\, Whitsundays\, Australia CATEGORIES:2025 sports events,Sailing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250821 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825 DTSTAMP:20250829T093116 CREATED:20211101T135525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T140606Z UID:7108-1755734400-1756079999@www.sportstourismnews.com SUMMARY:Golf: 2025 TOUR Championship – PGA Tour FedExCup Playoffs DESCRIPTION:The 2025 TOUR Championship\, the final event of the FedExCup Playoffs and the PGA TOUR season\, will take place from 21-24 August 2025 at the historic East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta\, Georgia. This prestigious tournament will determine the season’s FedExCup Champion\, offering a dramatic conclusion to a year of world-class golf.  \nAs the culmination of the FedExCup Playoffs\, the TOUR Championship features the top 30 players in the season-long points standings. With the FedExCup title and its lucrative $18 million prize on the line\, the event brings together golf’s elite in a high-stakes battle for supremacy. The staggered-start format\, based on players’ FedExCup rankings\, ensures a level of intensity and drama that is unmatched in the sport.  \nEast Lake Golf Club\, the oldest golf course in Atlanta\, is steeped in tradition and serves as the permanent home of the TOUR Championship. Known for its challenging layout and iconic finishing holes\, East Lake demands precision\, strategy\, and mental fortitude. The course’s signature par-3 15th and the dramatic par-5 18th are often pivotal in determining the champion.  \nThe TOUR Championship not only showcases the world’s best players but also celebrates the legacy of golf. East Lake’s connection to Bobby Jones\, one of the sport’s greatest icons\, adds historical significance to the event.  \nAs the curtain falls on the 2025 PGA TOUR season\, fans can expect unforgettable moments and career-defining performances at East Lake Golf Club. The TOUR Championship promises to deliver the ultimate showcase of skill\, determination\, and the relentless pursuit of golf’s highest honors. \nFor more information see tourchampionship.com URL:https://www.sportstourismnews.com/events/tour-championship-pga-tour-golf/ LOCATION:East Lake Golf Club\, 2575 Alston Dr SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:2025 sports events,Golf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928 DTSTAMP:20250829T093116 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 END:VCALENDAR