Tipsport Arena (Prague)

Tipsport Arena is a multi-purpose arena in Prague, Czech Republic, sponsored by gambling firm Tipsport. The arena opened in 1962 as Sportovní hala and has a seating capacity of 13,150 people for ice hockey games. It was the home arena of Czech extraliga team HC Sparta Praha and KHL's HC Lev Praha.

During its existence - arena hosted many important event. It was 4 times the venue of Ice Hockey World Championships. Every year, it is the venue of a very prestigious synchronized skating competition. There were hundreds of concerts in the arena during its operation. It was the largest and most important arena in Czech republic for almost 40 years until 2004 when the new O2 Arena opened.

Development of the name

 * 1962-99: Sportovní hala
 * 1999-2002: Paegas Arena
 * 2002-08: T-Mobile Arena
 * 2008-11: Tesla Arena
 * 2011–present: Tipsport arena