Since the earliest Roman
times sporting events have always figured prominently
in the Roman Calendar. These days bloodthirsty gladiatorial
combat has been replaced with soccer matches at the
Olympic Stadium involving one of Rome's two great
football teams Lazio and Roma.
 Rugby 6 Nations - Accommodation Arena Guest House Rome Rome
Six Nations is Europe's premier rugby international tournament. The 2008 tournament starts with a February 2nd 2008 encounter between Ireland and Italy at Croke Park in Ireland at 14:00 GMT and England vs Wales at Twickenham in England at 16:30 GMT and ends with Italy vs Scotalnd in Italy at 13:00 GMT, France vs Wales in Wales at 17:00 GMT and Ireland vs England in England at 17:30 GMT on the 15th March 2008. Two of the matches will be played here in Rome at the Flaminio Stadium. Matches in Rome are played on the 10th February 2008 (Italy vs England at 14:00 GMT) and on the 15th March 2008 (Italy vs Scotland at 13:00 GMT).
Website: http://www.federugby.it
Tennis in Rome
The Italian Open Tennis Tournament (Masters series), held every year in May at the Foro Italico tennis park, on the banks of the Tevere river, close to the Olympic Stadium. Surface: red clay. Singles final will be best of five sets. The 2008 tournament will be held from the 5th May 2008 to the 18th May (closing with the women's final), the men's final will be on the 11th May 2008.
Website: http://www.masters-series.com/roma
Football in Rome
Football - or soccer - is Italy's (and probably the world's) most popular spectator sport. From the oldest to youngest generation, football has an unparalleled influence in the city of Rome. So, predictably, a football match in Rome is something to see, and with this years world cup win and football scandal which sees certain big clubs being relegated to the serie B the new football season for the serie A is not to be missed. Whether it be for an Italian league match, the champions league or the UEFA cup you can purchase a tailor made package and we will purchase the tickets for you.
Website: http://www.uefa.com
Rome Marathon
Tourist crowds clear out of Rome's historic streets each year to make way for a mass of runners. The Rome Marathon has made a name for itself in international running circles. Runners start in the shadow of the Colosseum and proceed through the ancient city passing important landmarks such as the Piazza di Spagna, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and the Saint Peter's. The 2008 edition will be on Sunday 16 March.
Website: http://www.maratonadiroma.it
Golf in Rome
Rome has several beautiful golf courses to be discovered and played at. Golf courses in Rome and surroundings can be used all year, thanks to the ideal climate of the city. The beautiful green areas surrounding our city make Rome an ideal destination for your golfing holiday. Combine your golf holiday here in Rome with all the historical and cultural riches the city has to offer!
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