Traditionally relegated to the role of casual or soft, female fans have long been marginalised. As interest in women's sports grows, will the industry start catering to them? Canvas8 spoke to sports expert Dr. Stacey Pope to find out why female fandom represents such an exciting opportunity for brands.

Interest in female sports is on the rise – the growing number of female sporting leagues and teams is a testament to that. In a largely male-dominated landscape, TOGETHXR is putting the spotlight on female athletes, paving the way for the next generation of sports fans to find role models in women.

A subscription-based platform catering to those interested in women’s sport, Glorious is exploring all aspects of female athleticism, with a high production value and content that spans niche and popular interests. It’s tapping into a seldom-served part of the market: lovers of women’s sport.

Whether it’s going down to a local pitch, shelling out to visit Wembley Stadium, or just switching on the TV, watching sporting events live is a huge part of many people’s lives. Canvas8 polled 4,000 Britons and spoke to eight people to find out what professional sports they watch and why.