PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 2017880
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 2017880
The global AI in sports market size was estimated at USD 10.61 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 49.92 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 21.6% from 2026 to 2033. The market is driven by the rising use of AI-driven technologies by sports organizations to boost performance, streamline training, and elevate fan engagement.
Major growth factors include AI's capability to process large volumes of data, deliver real-time insights, and automate various tasks, thereby enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency. AI is expanding beyond the field into sports marketing, analytics, reporting, and performance evaluation. AI writing tools help coaches document training sessions efficiently, while journalists use AI to generate match reports quickly.
The sports industry is witnessing increased adoption of AI-driven digital coaching platforms to enhance training and performance analysis. Advanced technologies such as computer vision and generative AI enable personalized feedback through mobile applications. These platforms make high-quality coaching more accessible to both professional and recreational players. The integration of analytics, content, and community features creates a comprehensive digital sports ecosystem. This trend is contributing to the rapid market growth. For instance, in November 2025, IBM Corporation and Agassi Sports Entertainment, a U.S. racquet sports media and technology company, announced a multi-year collaboration to develop an AI-powered digital platform for global racquet sports. Leveraging IBM's watsonx.ai and computer vision technology, the platform aims to provide AI-driven video coaching, performance analytics, and integrated fan engagement features.
Artificial intelligence (AI) - powered technologies are increasingly used to enhance real-time fan engagement in live sports. Advanced data analytics enables brands to deliver targeted and personalized advertisements during key game moments. Smart advertising platforms integrate live data signals to optimize campaign timing and impact. These solutions enhance viewer experience while improving measurable marketing outcomes. This trend is contributing significantly to market expansion. For instance, in November 2025, Genius Sports partnered with Publicis Sports, a U.S.-based sports marketing agency under Publicis Groupe, to enhance fan engagement through its AI-driven FANHub platform. The collaboration enables real-time, data-powered advertising and immersive ad innovations, allowing brands to connect with fans more effectively during live sporting events.
The increasing adoption of AI-powered analytics platforms is significantly expanding the sports technology market. These tools generate deep insight into team dynamics, individual player performance, and opponent strategies. Advanced algorithms process large volumes of data from video footage, player-tracking systems, and wearable sensors. AI systems can rapidly identify patterns, trends, and anomalies that may not be visible through traditional analysis. This enhances the accuracy and speed of performance evaluation. Coaches and management teams can use these insights to refine tactics and training programs. AI-driven analytics is strengthening competitive advantage and driving market growth.
Global AI in Sports Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global AI in sports market based on offering, technology, sports type, and region: