We are about to close the 2020 and it is time to take stock of all that has been experienced in the world of sport over the past twelve months. A year that was marked by the pandemic, which changed our daily lives and which also brought sport to the forefront. We lived a few months in which it stopped, but we managed to get up and adapt to the new times.
It has been a year that we will never forget, difficult for obvious reasons and in which there were many unexpected farewells. But this 2020 also leaves us episodes of great actions and improvement. In the following 17 photos, we go over some of the most significant moments of this 2020. Surely there aren’t all of them, but they are all that is:
Real Madrid win Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia
Real Madrid, champion of the Spanish Super Cup 2020 (.)
In 2020, for the first time Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia with Barcelona, Valencia, Atlético de Madrid and Real Madrid as participants. Zinedine Zidane’s side are the ones that ended up winning the trophy after beating Valencia in the semi-finals and winning the final against Atlético de Madrid on January 12, 2020 on penalties.
Carlos Sainz, champion du Dakar 2020
Carlos Sainz, champion du Dakar 2020 (.)
The Madrid pilot Carlos Sainz he conquered the Dakar held in Saudi Arabia on January 17, 2020. It is the third time that the great test of the rally has been carried out and in this edition there was also the participation of Fernando Alonso, who finished in 13th place. In addition, Carlos Sainz ended the year by receiving the Princess of Asturias Prize for Sport.
Kobe Bryant dies in helicopter crash
One of the tributes to Kobe Bryant (.)
It didn’t take long for 2020 to kick start. It was January 26 when Kobe Bryant died with his daughter Gianna María and seven others who were traveling in the helicopter that crashed in Los Angeles. The news left the world of basketball and sports in general frozen over by the tragic event. The displays of affection followed one another to say goodbye to the star of the Los Lakers.
Last Clásico with an audience at the Bernabéu
Vinicius overtakes Real Madrid in the Clásico played in a crowded Santiago Bernabéu (.)
It was March 1st. Real Madrid and Barcelona they clashed when Clásico returned to the League. The azulgrana team visited Chamartín and left defeated after the goal of Vinicius and the triumphant entry of Mariano Díaz, who in a few seconds left the match condemned (2-0). This match between Whites and Catalans was the last match played at the Santiago Bernabéu and with an audience in the stands. Shortly after came the break in the League and the Madrid club took the opportunity to advance the work of its stadium and play the rest of the season at Alfredo Di Stéfano.
Tokyo 2020 postponed
In March, the postponement of the Tokyo Olympics is formalized (.)
On March 24, what was an open secret was officially announced: the Tokyo Olympics 2020 they were carried over to the following year. After months of suspense, the postponement of the great Olympic event was confirmed, a great event for which the athletes had been preparing for years. But the continuing increase in positive coronavirus cases around the world has shown the gravity of the situation and there was no other option but to postpone the celebration of the Olympic Games.
Wimbledon, canceled for the first time in 75 years
Wimbledon will not be held in 2020 (.)
The legendary London tennis tournament could not take place in 2020 due to the pandemic. It was the first time in 75 years that Wimbledon it could not be disputed. he All England Tennis Club he ran out of his tournament, which only happened with WWI and WWII. It is ultimately the only Grand Slam on the circuit that has not been played this year, although thanks to the existence of insurance, the economic impact was less painful. The cathedral of tennis is already preparing to experience a new edition in 2021, with more than ever desire to see tennis players on the green table.
After the break, the League returns … with empty stands
Sevilla – Betis, La Liga is back (.)
After several months of hiatus, the League ball rolled around in our stadiums again, although it did so in dead silence. Football was started with a strict protocol: training in small groups and later in the open, PCR testing and rigorous safety measures. Football was back, but behind closed doors. On June 11, the Sevillian derby marked the resumption of the League, in which Real Madrid would eventually win the league title.
Marquez falls in Jerez and resigns from the World Cup
Márquez fall in Jerez
On July 19, there was the fateful Marc Marquez accident in Jerez in the first race of the Moto GP World Championship. The Catalan pilot broke his arm and had to undergo surgery. I received the apt to return to competition, but the feelings were not good. In August, he was due to have an operation again. There was hope that he would eventually see him again in the race, but the evolution was not favorable and in November he ended up announcing that he would not compete for the remainder of 2020.
2-8 from Bayern to Barcelona
Bayern eliminate Barcelona in the Champions League with a score of 2-8 (.)
August 14, 2020 Barcelona and Bayern Munich they faced each other in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. The final round was played in Lisbon and there took place the debacle of the Barcelona group. The Bavarian team overtook Quique Setién’s team, who weeks before had seen the League escape. The 2-8 conceded by Barcelona covered covers for half the world. Barcelona fell resoundingly in the Champions League, it cost Quique Setién the job and to top it off a few days later the fax from Leo Messi arrived …
Djokovic, expelled from the US Open
Djokovic is interested in the status of the linesman after suffering from the field at the US Open (.)
This is another of the most commented images of this 2020. On September 6, Novak Djokovic was kicked out of the US Open after accidentally hitting a linesman in the face during the game against Spaniard Pablo Carreño. The rules did not admit of excuses and the number one despised the American Grand Slam. The episode brought to a halt, as even the linesman received threats over the incident which was a serious setback in the Serbian’s career. Djokovic, in addition to a relevant apology, came out to defend the linesman and demanded his respect.
Real Madrid hen was born
Asllani, Real Madrid striker, in the Iberdrola League opener (.)
In season 20/21, the Women’s Real Madrid. The White team made their Iberdrola League debut on October 4, playing against Barcelona. After a struggle of several years, the white team finally has its own women’s section. It’s not just a dream anymore, but a real opportunity for many girls to one day play defending the Real Madrid shirt.
Nadal conquers Roland Garros and equalizes Federer’s 20 Grand Slam tournaments
Nadal kisses his 13th Roland Garros (.)
October 11 Rafa Nadal to conquer Roland Garros and equaled Roger Federer’s 20 Grand Slams with his thirteenth title in Paris. The French tournament had dodged the cancellation by taking place in the Parisian fall. A small percentage of the public was allowed to watch games from the stands in an edition in which, in addition, the long-awaited retractable cover was released. Nadal signed a spectacular tournament, without giving up a single round along the way and with a magnificent final against Novak Djokovic. The king of Paris extends his reign and kisses his cup again.
Hamilton, seven times Formula 1 champion
Hamilton, champion de F1 (.)
The British pilot Lewis Hamilton reigned again in the Formula 1. The Londoner has won the World Cup for the seventh time in his career, tying the seven crowns of Michael sSchumacher.
Mir, Moto GP World Champion
Mir, Moto GP World Championship champion (.)
Despite the absence of Marquez, the Spanish motorcycle would experience a pleasant surprise. The balearics Joan Mir was proclaimed Moto GP world champion for the first time. The Spaniard achieved the triumph of Suzuki, who had not tasted fame for 20 years.
November 25: Maradona dies
One of the many tributes to Maradona (.)
On November 25 we said goodbye Diego Armando Maradona, at 60. The news shocked the whole world, especially Argentine. Pelusa had undergone surgery weeks before for a subdural hematoma and was struggling to recover in Buenos Aires. The world of football and sport set the football legend on fire. The tributes were held in Argentina, Naples, Barcelona and in stadiums around the world to bid farewell to the mythical 10 of the albiceleste.
For the first time, a woman referees a Champions League match
Stephanie Frappart, first referee in the Champions League
Stephanie Frappart made Champions League history by becoming the first woman to coach a match in the history of European club competition. On December 2, the French referee was in charge of directing the match between Juventus and Dinamo Kiev and set a milestone in the competition.
Robert Lewandowski, voted The Best
Lewandowski wins The Best 2020 (.)
One of the great protagonists of football in 2020 was Robert Lewandowski. At 32, the front Bayern Munich He had the best season of his career, proclaiming himself top scorer in the Champions League and the Bundesliga and winning all titles with the Bavarian team. The pole recently received the prize for the best, awarded by the FIFA to the best footballer of the year. Only the decision taken this summer by the magazine France Football to declare the price null in a year marked by the pandemic, deprived Lewandowski of winning the Ballon d’Or.
This is how we lived and we say goodbye to 2020 with the desire that 2021 continues to offer us great sporting moments, that the various tournaments and competitions can take place in a safe environment for all and that the public little by little. will regain its presence in sport.
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