The month of August 2025 promises to be an exciting period for sports enthusiasts worldwide, featuring a diverse range of international competitions across various disciplines. From athletic championships to team sports tournaments, here\“s the comprehensive schedule of major sporting events scheduled for August 2025.
International athletics takes center stage with the World Athletics Championships scheduled from August 15-31 in Tokyo, Japan. This premier track and field event will feature top athletes competing in running, jumping, and throwing disciplines, with the marathon events taking place through the streets of Tokyo.
Football fans can look forward to the start of major European leagues, with the English Premier League kicking off on August 9, followed by La Liga and Serie A on August 16. The UEFA Super Cup is scheduled for August 12 in Budapest, featuring the winners of the Champions League and Europa League. 
Tennis continues its hardcourt season with the North American swing, featuring the ATP and WTA tours in Montreal and Toronto from August 2-10, followed by the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati from August 11-17. These tournaments serve as crucial preparation for the US Open later in the month.
Basketball enthusiasts will enjoy the FIBA Asia Cup scheduled from August 6-20 in Jakarta, Indonesia, while the WNBA season reaches its crucial phase with playoff positioning battles throughout the month. The NBA summer league concludes in early August, showcasing promising young talent.
Other notable events include the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore （August 10-25）, featuring swimming, diving, and water polo competitions. The World Badminton Championships are set for Copenhagen from August 25-31, and the World Wrestling Championships will take place in Belgrade from August 12-18.
Motorsport fans can anticipate the Belgian Grand Prix on August 24 at Spa-Francorchamps, while golf features the FedEx Cup playoffs beginning with the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis from August 7-10. The month concludes with the start of the US Open tennis tournament in New York on August 25. |
