Sports competitions can be categorized into various types based on factors such as the nature of the sport, the level of competition, and the format of the event. Some common types include individual sports competitions (e.g., tennis, golf), team sports competitions (e.g., soccer, basketball), Olympic or multi-sport competitions (e.g., Olympics, Commonwealth Games), and age-group competitions (e.g., youth or senior competitions). Each type has its own rules and regulations governing the competition.