Australia

In Australia, cricket is a keystone of the sporting calendar, with the Big Bash League entertaining audiences during summer and international test matches being highly anticipated events. Australian Rules Football has a huge following, predominantly through the Australian Football League (AFL). Rugby also has presence with both Rugby League, headlined by the National Rugby League (NRL), and Rugby Union, showcasing the Super Rugby tournament and international matches featuring the Wallabies. Football (soccer) continues to grow, with the A-League being the premier competition.

The Australian Open, one of the 4 tennis Grand Slam events, anchors the country's tennis reputation on the global stage. Motorsport thrives with events like the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne and the Australian MotoGP. Annual professional golf tournaments also feature prominently, including the Australian Open and the PGA Championship of Australia.

Adult ticket prices including fees for events in Australia start from as low as AUD A$6 for basic tickets to AUD A$2,201 for the most premium tickets; with the average starting ticket price at AUD A$73. The price depends on a range of factors including the type of event, performers, venue, and ticket category.

A land of contrasts, Australia has it all. From the cosmopolitan cities of Sydney and Melbourne to tiny outback towns; vast deserts to lush green rainforests; beautiful beaches to mountainous vineyards - it’s all available here. The only catch? The place is HUGE. But if you have the time, Australia as a destination to explore is simply breath-taking.

Australians are renowned for making the most of the outdoor lifestyle their climate allows and love their sport. From tennis to cricket, rugby to surfing, this is a country that will take part in all arenas. Some might say the perfect destination to combine sports and sightseeing.