After a couple of strange years for the sporting calendar, 2022 has been a great year for sport so far. In January, we saw the Africa Cup of Nations, which was won by Senegal in an exciting final decided by a penalty shootout. Later that month, we saw Spanish tennis legend Rafa Nadal take the Men’s Australian Open title in an epic final, while Ashleigh Barty won the Women’s singles before announcing her retirement. The Winter Olympic Games took place in Beijing in February, before the world was captivated by Super Bowl LVI later that month, which was won by the Los Angeles Rams.
TThe second half of the year seems set to be just as exciting with huge events taking place around the world in a number of different sports, so there will certainly be something for everyone. Many people also enjoy using pay per head to increase their excitement during games. Here are some of the most eagerly anticipated sporting events for the second part of 2022.
UFC 276
There are several reasons why fans are already eagerly anticipating this event. Firstly, it will be held during what will be the 10th edition of the UFC’s International Fight Week, a milestone achievement for a sport that has fought hard to gain global respect. Secondly, the 2022 UFC Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held during the week of the event, which means many legends of the sport will be in town. These facts have led to speculation that UFC boss Dana White has something special up his sleeve for the night, with rumours ranging from a return to the ring for Conor Mcgregor to a UFC debut for YouTube star Jake Paul. UFC 276 will be held on July 2 at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, which is fast becoming the Mecca of UFC. This is great news for Nevada sports betting fans, with sites like OddsChecker certain to cover the event extensively with free bets, tips and previews for the main event fights.
US Open
The 122nd edition of the US Open golf championship is set to begin on June 16, 2022, with the world’s top players competing for glory at The Country Club in Massachusetts. It is one of 4 major golf championships held every year and is expected to be a hotly contested affair. Last year’s competition was won by Spain’s Jon Rahm, the first man from his country to achieve the honour. He is expected to try and defend his title this year but will face tough competition from the likes of Rory Mcllroy, Collin Morikawa and Brooks Koepka, fellow elite golfers who are sure to help make this an unmissable event.
Tour de France
The world’s most famous cycling race, the Tour de France is also scheduled to take place in the latter part of 2022 and fans will be tuning in from around the world. It’s an event that commands the attention of die-hard fans and casuals alike, who marvel at the stamina, strength and determination displayed by the competitors. There will be just over three weeks of racing action to enjoy, with the courses separated into 21 stages of different lengths and difficulty levels.
Wimbledon
The Championships, Wimbledon is another major event taking place in late 2022 that has already got tongues wagging. This year’s edition will be the 135th in its history, making it the world’s oldest tennis tournament, which gives it a level of respect and prestige unmatched by any other event in the sport. The planet’s best players will flock to the All-England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on June 27 for two weeks of elite competition, with both singles and doubles titles on the line for men and women, as well as the mixed doubles. Wimbledon is famous for its clean aesthetic, which is a result of the strict dress code that restricts players to all-white outfits with minimal details. This gives the tournament a classy feel that is only matched by the level of quality on display at the courts. Whether you’re a tennis lover or not, Wimbledon is another event not to be missed.
