Big Predictions for the Future of Sport

It seems that the sports world was stuck in its ways for decades. And then, at some point in the past ten years, everything changed. The industry was relatively slow to incorporate digital technology into its operations, but once it did, it didn’t look back. You can’t help but notice that the quality of sports is currently extremely high. And the future looks bright, too. Below, we’ll look at just a few things we’ll be likely to see in the coming years. 

eSports on the Rise

The eSports world is already impressive. By 2020, there were some 400 million eSports viewers, and that number is only expected to rise in the coming years. By 2025, experts predict that there’ll be nearly 600 million regular eSports viewers. With big companies investing huge sums of money into the sector, plus eSport tournaments gaining greater respectability, it’s possible that in the coming decade the bridge between eSports and “traditional sports” will be much smaller. 

New Technology

Could the next big sport be on its way? So far, technology in sport has mostly been used to make existing sports more engaging from a fan perspective. But in the not-too-distant future, technology could be used in the development of wholly new forms of sporting entertainment. De Pearson, a leading futurologist, predicts that ‘Star Wars style’ drone racing could become a reality within the next decade and could even rival F1 for audiences. If you like your sports tech-infused and very, very fast, then the future is bright!

Enhanced Athlete Performance

Modern athletes already operate at a level that makes them feel superhuman, but they’re likely to perform even better in the next few years. Wearable tech will enhance training sessions to the point where they’re essentially replicating match day, while advances in biotechnology will allow sports scientists to create the perfect training regimen and diet for pro athletes. The bridge between eSports and regular sports may be shortening, but for certain, the gap between regular people and athletes is about to widen. 

Final Thoughts 

Technology presents a golden opportunity and high levels of potential for the sporting world. In the coming years, we can expect sports to become faster, stronger, and better, resulting in higher levels of competition and an improved fan experience.