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Handball is a highly exciting and fast-paced sport played across the globe. The sport's most popular international and domestic tournaments are primarily held in Europe, which is considered the global hub of the game.
Below is a complete list of the top 10 handball tournaments and series most favored by fans worldwide:
Top 10 Most Popular Handball Tournaments and Series
| Rank | Tournament / Series | Type / Level | Region / Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IHF World Men's Handball Championship | National Team (Biennial) | Global |
| 2 | Olympic Handball Tournament (Men & Women) | National Team (Quadrennial) | Global |
| 3 | EHF Champions League Men | Club (Annual) | European (Premier) |
| 4 | European Men's Handball Championship (EHF EURO) | National Team (Biennial) | Europe |
| 5 | Handball-Bundesliga (Germany) | Domestic League (Men) | Germany |
| 6 | EHF Champions League Women | Club (Annual) | European |
| 7 | IHF World Women's Handball Championship | National Team (Biennial) | Global |
| 8 | Liqui Moly Starligue (France) | Domestic League (Men) | France |
| 9 | European Women's Handball Championship (EHF EURO) | National Team (Biennial) | Europe |
| 10 | Liga ASOBAL (Spain) | Domestic League (Men) | Spain |
Key Highlights
- IHF World Men's Handball Championship: This is the world's largest and most prestigious handball tournament, featuring the best national teams.
- Olympic Handball Tournament: The Olympic handball competition takes place every four years, featuring events for both men and women.
- European Domestic Leagues: Germany's Handball-Bundesliga, France's Liqui Moly Starligue, and Spain's Liga ASOBAL are considered the most competitive domestic leagues in the world.
- EHF Champions League: At the club level, the EHF Champions League (men's and women's) is the premier competition in Europe.
