Sports vary enormously in popularity depending on the country and culture. This list brings together ten sports that are followed or played by huge numbers of people worldwide. Vote for your favorite sport and share your opinion!
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Football (Soccer)
The most popular sport in the world. The FIFA World Cup is watched by billions of people and is one of the biggest sporting events on the planet.
Cricket
Hugely popular in countries like India, Pakistan, England and Australia. A match can be played in a few hours, but also over several days.
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Basketball
Popular in the United States, Europe and Asia. The NBA is the best-known league in the world.
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Field Hockey
Played in more than a hundred countries and popular in the Netherlands, India and Australia, among others.
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Tennis
Followed worldwide through the four Grand Slams: Wimbledon, the US Open, Roland Garros and the Australian Open.
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Volleyball
Played both indoors and on the beach, and one of the most popular sports at the Olympic Games.
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Table Tennis
One of the sports with the largest number of players in the world, especially in China, where it is a national sport.
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Baseball
The national pastime of the United States and very popular in Japan, South Korea and parts of Latin America.
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Golf
Played and followed worldwide, with four big tournaments every year, the majors.
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Rugby
Strong in countries like New Zealand, South Africa, England and France. The Rugby World Cup is one of the biggest sporting events.
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