This fun run through one of London’s loveliest parks is as competitive as you want it to be. Entry price includes a photograph, a medal and some ace post-race goodies.
Regent’s Park. Jul 10. From £26.
Yes, every year is 'the summer of sport'. But actually, 2022 has some crackers up its sleeve. Whether you feel like cheering on your home team at the women's Euros, running circles around Mo Farah at a half-marathon or embracing your inner fighter at a muay thai showcase, boy do we have the list for you. Get sporty this summer at these seven unmissable events.
This fun run through one of London’s loveliest parks is as competitive as you want it to be. Entry price includes a photograph, a medal and some ace post-race goodies.
Regent’s Park. Jul 10. From £26.
England is hosting the 13th European Women’s Football Championship, featuring tough teams including eight-time winners Germany and defending champs the Netherlands.
Wembley Stadium and Brentford Community Stadium. Jul 6-31.From £10.
The UK leg of the Formula E World Championship takes place on a stunning course encompassing the Royal Docks that actually weaves its way in and out of the ExCel London exhibition centre.
ExCel London. Jul 30-31. From £15.
Channel your inner Mo Farah by taking part in this half-marathon known for its convivial atmosphere, which begins at Tower Bridge and finishes at the Cutty Sark in Greenwich.
Tower Bridge. Sep 4. £36-£46.
This sweaty celebration of muay thai and kickboxing is jam-packed with tempting match-ups including Spain’s David Mejia defending his KGP world title against UK number one Luke ‘Skywalker’ Whelan.
Indigo at The O2. Jul 9. From £45.
End the British sporting summer in style by attending a day or two of this test match. South Africa will be aiming to avenge three straight defeats to England back in 2019.
Kia Oval. Sep 8-12. From £20.
Major League Baseball superstars, rookies and wildcards will come together with legendary teams the Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, and New York Yankees. Plus, there’s music from AJ Tracey.
Crystal Palace Park. Jul 9. £33.
Summer in London is, of course, as fleeting as it is potent. Before you can say ‘Is it too early for a second 99 Flake?’ it’s over. So you’ll want to take full advantage of every sweet moment of tipsy, sun-kissed bliss, or risk missing out. Thankfully, we’ve teamed up with mobility super app FREE NOW to create the definitive guide to the sunny season. Food, sport and something called ‘The Black Chapel’, it’s all here. Get stuck in.