The phrase "ringside seat" refers to a position or place that is very close to where an exciting or important event is happening, often used metaphorically to mean having a front-row view or being involved in something firsthand. Full definition
A circular deck provides ringside seats for viewing Bali's spectacular sunsets, and a traditional thatched balé decorated in black and white check makes an inviting respite from the sun. (sungaitinggibeachvilla.com)
But the counterattack of the Fortune 500 wasn't just on Wall Street; Main Street consumers have had ringside seats as well. (inc.com)
For the best ringside seat at a bruising encounter don't buy a ticket to a boxing event, sign up for an iron ore forecasting conference which will, for the first time since prices crashed, put the big boys of the industry on the same podium as the small producers. (businessnews.com.au)