Do Sports Fans Have a Higher than Average Alcohol Consumption?
Whether watching a sports game at home or attending a live event, drinking is standard for many sports fans. Sports are notorious for tailgating parties, viewing parties, and drinking at the games themselves. A survey1 found that an average of 3.7 alcoholic drinks are consumed while watching a sporting event. Some sports have a higher association with alcoholic beverages than others, with MMA and UFC fans drinking the most compared to other sports.