Is the Super Bowl Still the Biggest Sports Event in the World?

[killamch89]

With the rise of global events like the FIFA World Cup, Olympics, and even the UEFA Champions League final, do you think the Super Bowl still holds the title as the biggest sports event? While it dominates in the U.S., its global reach seems smaller compared to football (soccer) or Olympic events. Has the Super Bowl maintained its prestige worldwide, or has it been surpassed by other competitions?

[The Blackangel]

Here in the states, yes. It’s the biggest sports event. Further out, no way. I give the World Cup that distinction. Considering that the entire planet has a soccer team from every country, nothing is bigger than. Soccer is no where near as popular here as it is for the rest of the planet.

[Knight Barida]

As far as the United States is concerned, it is the biggest event. Just take a look at all the personalities who always attend, and you will agree with me that there is no bigger event apart from it in the United States.

Edited Friday at 04:12 AM by Knight Barida

[The Blackangel]

Very true. The World Series, Stanley Cup, and NBA Finals don’t hold a candle compared to the Super Bowl. For example, no championship game has a halftime show like the Super Bowl has. Not too many celebrities go to the World Series or Stanley Cup the way they do the Super Bowl.

[Ja sa bong]

The Super Bowl isn't bigger than the World Cup. End of story. It's only in the States we can argue about its relevance and popularity which is very big but other than that, it's not the biggest sports event in the world.