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Melbourne is widely recognized as a major hub for international and domestic sporting events. Key events held in the city include:
- Australian Open: Held annually in January at Melbourne Park, this is one of the worldâs four major tennis Grand Slam tournaments.1
- Melbourne Cup: This prestigious annual horse race takes place at Flemington Racecourse on the first Tuesday of November.23
- Australian Grand Prix: A significant event in the Formula One World Championship, which has been hosted in Melbourne.4
- Cricket and Australian Rules Football: The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is the city's premier venue, hosting major cricket matchesâincluding Test cricket and international World Cup finalsâas well as Australian Rules football matches.53
Additionally, Melbourne served as the host city for the 1956 Summer Olympic Games, cementing its long-standing reputation as a center for global sports.53