Australian Laws Football is definitely the most popular spectator sport in Australia, yet more males participate in golf, cricket, and tennis. Rugby league is another popular sport, but not one that can be played. Australian Rules Football has a large following among younger men and boys. The national sport is soccer (or football as you call it there). Australian footballers are famous for their flair and skill, which makes games exciting to watch. The A-League is the highest level of competition with several big names including Sydney FC, Melbourne Victory, and Perth Glory. There are also a number of smaller club teams across the country. Tennis is another popular sport for men of all ages. The Australian Open is the major tournament that draws attention from around the world. Other important tournaments include the Davis Cup and the Hopman Cup. Tennis is one of the few sports where men and women compete together. They have equal prize money and can switch courts during matches so they can experience different levels of difficulty. Cricket is widely supported by Australians who enjoy its slow paced game and the fact that it doesn't involve running. The Australian Cricket Team is known as "the Bushmen" because of their unique style of play which includes using a stick to keep the ball in play. They have won the Cricket World Cup once back in 2003.