Which two Etruscan sporting events did the Romans adopt?

The two noteworthy Etruscan sporting events that the Romans adopted are chariot racing and gladiatorial combat.

1. Chariot Racing: This was one of the most popular and thrilling sports for the ancient Romans, which they inherited from the Etruscans. The races were held in circus buildings designed for this purpose; the most famous of these is the Circus Maximus in Rome. Chariot races were dangerous for both drivers and horses due to the high speeds and the risk of crashes.

2. Gladiatorial Combat: The Etruscans are believed to have influenced the Roman practice of gladiatorial games. These events initially were part of funeral rituals and later turned into forms of mass entertainment. Gladiators, who could be slaves, criminals, or volunteers, fought against each other or wild animals, usually in an amphitheater, with the most notable one being the Colosseum in Rome.