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Scotland is a very popular place for hosting major sporting events.
Golf naturally, with championship courses in all parts of Scotland -
Troon, Turnburry, The Old Course and Carnoustie to name a few of the
top golf courses which host international golf events. Curling, which
has had a resurgence of popularity recently, skiing, ice-skating and
other snow sports all have competitions held in Scotland.
Tennis and squash matches at top levels are held throughout Scotland -
there are local club tournaments and international matches too. There
are many walking and running events - from full marathons to fun runs
to the three peaks. Fishing competitions abound - from casting
competitions to the largest salmon caught on a river. Football, rugby,
cycling, bowling, rowing, sailing, horse-racing - whatever sport you
want to watch you will be sure of quality races and a wonderful day as
a spectator or a competitor. Scotland has world class sporting
facilities, so large and top quality sporting events are attracted to
the country.
Other outdoor persuits/sports include shooting, fishing and Stalking.
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