Exciting Start to 2023 World Athletics Championships
The much awaited 2023 World Athletics Championships has kicked off with a burst of excitement on August 19th. Over nine thrilling days, Budapest, Hungary, will be the stage for athletes to showcase their peak performances giving spectators a tantalizing glimpse of what is to come in the upcoming Paris Olympics.
The world’s attention is fixated on star athletes like Zharnel Hughes, Keely Hodgkinson, Dina Asher-Smith, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Faith Kipyegon and Armand Duplantis. These renowned names and more are ready to captivate audiences with their incredible talents. Fred Kerley, the men’s 100m champion and women’s 100m champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce are among the top talents representing their nations on this grand stage.
Where to Watch: TV and Streaming:
For those eagerly anticipating the electrifying action of the 2023 World Athletics Championships, live coverage is accessible through platforms like discovery+ and eurosport.com.
Eurosport 1 is set to broadcast an impressive 68 hours of live coverage ensuring fans on both platforms do not miss a single moment of the nine day event. Esteemed personalities including Radzi Chinyanganya, Iwan Thomas and Robert Korzeniowski will lead Eurosport’s coverage, providing expert commentary and insightful analysis. Reporting directly from the field in Budapest, Caroline de Moraes and Elisa Lukawski will conduct live interviews with key athletes. In addition to real time coverage, a concise 30-minute recap show will summarize the day’s best moments. Discovery+ and the Eurosport app offer on-demand clips, providing flexibility for viewing. The introduction of a timeline marker function on Discovery+ allows users to navigate to specific moments within the action as they wish.
Extensive Coverage by BBC:
For complete coverage, make sure to tune in to BBC One BBC Two BBC Three BBC iPlayer the BBC Red Button as well as the BBC Sport website and app. BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds will bring the action to listeners, while live text updates will keep fans informed during evening sessions.
The 2023 World Athletics Championships guarantees a captivating showcase of athleticism across various disciplines. The schedule is brimming with finals for sprinters, long-distance runners, throwers, jumpers and more, offering an all encompassing exhibition of athletic excellence.
Event Schedule Highlights:
Saturday, August 19:
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Men’s 20km race walk final
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Men’s shot put final
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Women’s 10,000m final
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Mixed 4x400m relay final
Sunday, August 20:
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Women’s 20km race walk final
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Women’s long jump final
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Men’s hammer final
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Men’s 10,000m final
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Men’s 100m final
Monday, August 21:
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Men’s discus final
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Men’s 110m final
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Women’s 100m final
Tuesday, August 22:
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Men’s high jump final
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Women’s discus final
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Women’s 1,500m final
Wednesday, August 23:
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Women’s pole vault final
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Men’s 1,500m final
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Women’s 400m final
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Men’s 400m hurdles final
Thursday, August 24:
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Men’s 35km race walk final
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Women’s 35km race walk final
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Men’s long jump final
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Women’s hammer final
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Women’s 100m hurdles final
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Men’s 400m final
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Women’s 400m hurdles final
Friday, August 25:
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Women’s triple jump final
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Women’s javelin final
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Women’s 200m final
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Men’s 200m final
Saturday, August 26:
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Women’s marathon final
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Men’s pole vault final
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Women’s shot put final
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Men’s 800m final
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Women’s 5,000m final
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Men’s 4x100m relay final
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Women’s 4x100m relay final
Sunday, August 27:
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Men’s marathon final
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Women’s high jump final
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Men’s 5,000m final
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Men’s javelin final
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Women’s 800m final
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Women’s 3,000m steeplechase final
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Men’s 4x400m relay final
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Women’s 4x400m relay final
Conclusion:
The 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest is off to an exhilarating start, showcasing the world’s finest athletes in action. With extensive coverage available through various platforms, fans can enjoy every thrilling moment. As the event unfolds spectators can look forward to witnessing exceptional athleticism and unforgettable performances that set the stage for the upcoming Paris Olympics.