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Sporting Capital of the World: Melbourne

The recognised sporting capital of the world, MELBOURNE has ties with Australian Rules Football, cricket, soccer, basketball, netball and many other sports.

Melbourne is home to The Ashes, Australian Rules Football, Australian Tennis Open, Formula 1 Grand Prix, Australian Moto GP and the Melbourne Cup.

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Australia v England - Boxing Day Test 2025
26th December 2025 to 30th December 2025
4th Test - Boxing Day Test 2025 Friday 26th December 2025 - Tuesday 30th December 2025 Melbourne Cricket Ground The 2025-26 NRMA Insurance Men's Ashes Series is set to .. Show More..

Country Horse Racing | Today
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Country racing plays a prominent role in the heart and soul of Victoria. When you hear the thundering hoofs of the thoroughbred meet the fresh country turf racing truly comes a.. Show More..

Greyhound Racing @ Beckley Geelong
Every Tuesday, Friday
Greyhound Racing every Tuesday and Friday at Beckley Geelong. For the premium greyhound racing experience, the brand new state of the art Beckley Centre is a winner. First c.. Show More..

Greyhound Racing @ The Meadows
Every Wednesday, Saturday
The Melbourne Greyhounds reside at The Meadows, Australia's premier greyhound racetrack. Race meetings are held on Wednesday and Saturday nights and are FREE to attend. The.. Show More..

Sandown Greyhound Racing
Every Monday, Thursday
SandownPark is the home of greyhound racing every Thursday and Monday nights. Sandown Park has been a cornerstone of greyhound racing history, providing thrilling entertainment .. Show More..

AFL Premiership 2025: Round 16 - 26-29 June 2025
19th June 2025 to 22nd June 2025
AFL Round 16 of the 2025 AFL Toyota Premiership season. Round 16 kicks off on Thursday night with Port Adelaide taking on the Blues (Carlton) at Adelaide Oval. Thursday 19t.. Show More..

Melbourne Mavericks V NSW Swifts | Netball
Saturday 28th June 2025
Next Melbourne game Melbourne Mavericks V NSW Swifts Sat 28 Jun 2025 John Cain Arena Join The Melbourne Mavericks as they take flight into their second SSN season. .. Show More..

Melbourne Vixens v Adelaide Thunderbirds - Netball
Sunday 29th June 2025
Melbourne Vixens v Adelaide Thunderbirds Sun 29 Jun 2025 John Cain Arena Get your tickets now for the 2025 Suncorp Super Netball season! Super Netball is the world's be.. Show More..

Storm vs Sharks | Round #17 - Sunday 29th June 2025 @ AAMI Park
Sunday 29th June 2025
Storm vs Sharks - AAMI Park Sunday 29th June 2025 This week's NRL games Thursday 26th June 2025 - Sunday 29th June 2025 Round 17 kicks off on Thursday night with .. Show More..

First Nations & Pasifika XV v British & Irish Lions - British And Irish Lions Tour 2025
Tuesday 22nd July 2025
BRITISH & IRISH LIONS vs. FIRST NATIONS & PASIFIKA XV The eagerly anticipated Qatar Airways British & Irish Series has confirmed the fixture for July's match at Marvel Stadium.. Show More..

PDC Darts | ANZ Premier League
Saturday 4th October 2025
Saturday 4th October 2025 @ John Cain Arena Introducing the PDC ANZ Premier League 2025! Get ready for the biggest darts tournament Australia and New Zealand have ever.. Show More..

Australian Open 2025 - Men | Golf
4th December 2025 to 7th December 2025
2025 Men's Australian Open 4th - 7th December 2025 @ Royal Melbourne Golf Club Five-time major champion, and career grand slam winner, Rory McIlroy will headline the men's.. Show More..

Australian Open 2026 - Tennis
5th January 2026 to 25th January 2026
Monday 5th January 2026 - Sunday 25th January 2026* Melbourne Park The countdown to the Australian Open 2026 is on! The start of the sporting year in Melbourne means on.. Show More..


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