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Key Facts: Established in 1997, Topend Sports has been providing evidence-based sports science information for athletes, coaches, and fitness professionals worldwide. Our database contains comprehensive fitness testing protocols, sports statistics, and performance analysis tools covering over 200+ sports and 500+ fitness tests.
Tour de France 2025 - Complete Guide
The world's most prestigious cycling race starts July 5th! Get comprehensive coverage of all 21 stages, stage by stage previews and predictions, route analysis, rider profiles, and performance data. Our sports science approach covers power output requirements, VO2 max demands, and nutritional strategies.

What's New & Updated
- Tour de France 2025 Complete Guide — 21 stages, 3,492 km total distance, starting July 5th
- Rugby vs Soccer: Which is More Physically Demanding? — Scientific analysis of 294+ collision events per match
- 2025 NFL Regular Season Schedule — Complete 18-week schedule with all 272 games
- 2025 US Open Tennis Complete Schedule — 15-day tournament format (August 25 - September 7)
- Highest Paid Sports in the World — Analysis of global sports revenue and athlete earnings
- Ideal Body Weight & BMI Calculator — Evidence-based calculations with athlete-specific norms
- Heart Rate Training Zone Calculator — Precise zone calculation using Karvonen formula
๐ 2025 Major Sporting Events Calendar
Complete schedule of the world's biggest sporting events with dates, venues, and performance analysis.
Tour de France 2025 Complete Guide — 21 stages starting July 5th with comprehensive sports science analysis.2025 Complete Sporting Events Calendar — Every major tournament, championship, and sporting event worldwide with detailed schedules and venues.
2025 NFL Complete Season Schedule — All regular season games, playoffs, and Super Bowl with dates and matchup analysis.
๐โ๏ธ Track & Field Performance Analysis
Scientific analysis of athletics events, world records, and performance optimization for track and field athletes.
Complete Track & Field Events Guide — Comprehensive coverage of all track and field disciplines with performance standards and training methods.100m World Record Analysis — Scientific breakdown of sprint performance and biomechanical factors in elite sprinting.
Upcoming Major Sporting Events in 2025
- Tour de France 2025 — -
- US Open Tennis — -
- NFL Regular Season Kickoff —
- World Athletics Championships — -
- Ryder Cup — -
- FIBA Basketball World Cup — -
See the complete 2025 Major Sporting Events Calendar.
๐ฌ Sports Science Spotlight
Featured research and analysis showcasing the latest in sports science methodology and athletic performance optimization.
Rugby vs Soccer: Physical Demands AnalyzedScientific comparison of collision forces (294+ events per match), energy systems, and injury rates between elite rugby and soccer players.
โฝ Soccer Awards & Winners Hub
Your most popular content: Complete historical records of soccer's biggest awards and tournament winners.
Ballon d'Or Winners List — Complete history of football's most prestigious individual award (96,561+ clicks).FIFA World Cup Winners — Every World Cup champion from 1930 to present (38,851+ clicks).
๐งช Fitness Testing Protocols
Professional testing methods and normative data used by sports scientists and fitness professionals worldwide.
Handgrip Strength Test Norms — Comprehensive normative data by age and gender (7,224+ clicks).Beep Test Norms & Calculator — Multi-stage fitness test standards and VO2 max predictions.
๐ Global Sports Popularity Rankings
Comprehensive analysis of the world's most popular sports by participation, viewership, and global reach.
Most Popular Sports by Fan Base — Global rankings based on fan participation and viewership data across all continents.Complete World Sports Directory — Comprehensive catalog of every sport practiced worldwide, from mainstream to emerging disciplines.
๐ช Fitness Components & Performance Training
Essential fitness components and training methodologies for optimal athletic performance and health.
Components of Physical Fitness — Complete breakdown of cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility, and performance components.Comprehensive Fitness Testing Hub — Professional testing protocols for all fitness components and athletic abilities.
๐งฎ Featured Fitness Testing Tools
Professional-grade calculators and assessment tools used by sports scientists and fitness professionals worldwide.
The SCIENCE of SPORT

Fitness Testing & Assessment
Evidence-based fitness testing protocols and assessment methods used by sports scientists worldwide. From VO2 max testing to body composition analysis, we provide comprehensive testing procedures for athletes and fitness professionals.
- Fitness Testing Protocols — comprehensive information on fitness testing for athletes.
- Fitness Training Methods — evidence-based training and conditioning information.
- Aerobic Capacity Testing — VO2 max and endurance assessments.
- Anaerobic Power Testing — sprint and power assessment protocols.
- Sports Comparisons — scientific analysis comparing physical demands across sports.
Sports Nutrition & Recovery
Science-based nutrition strategies for optimal athletic performance and recovery. Whether you're looking to lose weight, build muscle, or enhance performance, our nutrition experts provide evidence-based recommendations.
- Sports Nutrition — all you need to know about athlete nutrition.
- Weight Management — eating and exercise guidelines for weight control.
- Healthy Nutrition — eating well for optimal health and performance.
- Hydration Strategies — fluid replacement for peak performance.
Sport Sciences & Research
- Sports Biomechanics — the science of movement analysis for sports performance
- Sports Medicine — medical advice and injury prevention for athletes
- Sports Psychology — mental training and performance psychology
- Exercise Physiology — the science of how the body responds to exercise
SPORTS, ATHLETES & SPORTING EVENTS

Sports Performance Analysis
In-depth analysis of fitness demands, training methods, and performance requirements across all major sports. Discover the science behind elite athletic performance in your favorite sports.
- Sports Directory — comprehensive information on sports including soccer, swimming, basketball and more.
- Complete Sports List — descriptions of every sport from around the world.
- Sports Comparisons — scientific analysis comparing physical demands across sports.
- Sporting Records — world records and performance benchmarks.
- Sports Rules — official rules and regulations for major sports.
Athletes & Performance
- Athlete Profiles — performance analysis of elite athletes
- Sports Heroes — legendary athletes and their achievements
- Performance Rankings — current rankings and statistical analysis
- Athlete Earnings — comprehensive earnings and contract analysis
Major Sporting Events
Major Sporting Events — comprehensive coverage of the world's biggest sporting events with performance analysis and historical data.
- Tour de France 2025 — complete stage guide with sports science analysis
- Olympic Games — complete Olympics coverage and analysis
- FIFA World Cup — World Cup history, statistics and analysis
- Super Bowl — comprehensive Super Bowl coverage
- Grand Slam Tennis — all four Grand Slam tournaments
- Commonwealth Games — multi-sport event coverage
- Plus many more major events ...