The 10 biggest sporting events of 2014 on Twitter: World Cup 2014 wins, but what came next?
These were the events the UK was discussing this year
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.The world of sport and Twitter became entwined like never before during 2014.
Every moment of the World Cup seemed to be dissected and discussed on the social media platform so unsurprisingly the tournament in Brazil was the most tweeted about event of the last 12 months.
But what about after that?
This was a year in which Russia had an opportunity to express themselves on the world stage with the Winter Olympics in Sochi. Whilst it was an incredibly successful games for Team GB, it will also be remembered for the moment the opening ceremony went wrong and how the Russians made a joke of it during the closing ceremony.
Andy Murray carried the hopes of a nation (as per usual) when he looked to defend his Wimbledon crown, whilst we also had the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. An alternative opening ceremony ensured the nation were talking about it once it got under way.
As a nation that loves its sport, other events feature in the countdown of the top 10 trends of 2014 on Twitter. Click through the guide to see where they placed.
What was your favourite moment of 2014? Let us know in the comments below.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments