The 2024 Olympics in Paris have officially begun, and Saturday marks the first full day of thrilling events following the spectacular Opening Ceremony held on Friday night. For those eager to catch all the action, NBC has a comprehensive schedule lined up for tonight, ensuring viewers can enjoy the excitement without any spoilers.
While some events, including soccer, rugby sevens, and team handball, kicked off earlier in the week, today is when the Olympic spirit truly comes alive. Tonight’s primetime lineup is packed with must-see competitions, featuring standout performances from athletes like Paul Juda and Frederick Richard in gymnastics qualification. Following that, viewers can look forward to the men’s 400-meter freestyle swimming final and the women’s synchronized three-meter diving event.
In addition to the main NBC broadcast, a variety of other events will be available on delay through the USA Network. This includes men’s basketball, handball, rugby, beach volleyball, women’s water polo, and rowing. It’s important to remember that Paris is six hours ahead of New York, meaning all events aired tonight will be pre-recorded. However, fans can rest easy knowing that the complete broadcast schedule is spoiler-free.
For those planning to tune in, here’s the NBC and USA broadcast schedule for the opening Saturday of the 2024 Summer Olympics:
– **Men’s Gymnastics: Artistic Qualification** at 8:06 p.m. on NBC/Fubo
– **Men’s Swimming: 400M Freestyle Final** at 8:35 p.m. on NBC/Fubo
– **Women’s Diving: Synchronized 3M Spring Final** at 10:10 p.m. on NBC/Fubo
For additional coverage, the USA Network will feature:
– **Women’s Water Polo: USA vs. Greece** at 6:00 p.m. on USA/Fubo
– **Men’s Rugby: Gold & Bronze Finals** at 7:00 p.m. on USA/Fubo
– **Men’s Basketball (Group B): Germany vs. Japan** at 8:00 p.m. on USA/Fubo
– **Men’s Handball (Group B): Denmark vs. France** at 9:30 p.m. on USA/Fubo
– **Men’s & Women’s Rowing: Heats** at 10:30 p.m. on USA/Fubo
– **Men’s Beach Volleyball (Pool D): USA vs. Cuba** at 11:00 p.m. on USA/Fubo
As the Olympics continue, viewers can look forward to a packed schedule for Sunday, July 28, featuring events such as badminton, beach volleyball, handball, rowing, and more. The excitement will carry on with gymnastics qualifications, swimming finals, and various team sports.
For those who prefer to watch online, there are several streaming options available. Peacock offers extensive coverage of the Olympics, including live events, replays, and highlights. Subscribing to Peacock Premium allows viewers to enjoy ad-free streaming and access to all Olympic content.
Sling TV is another affordable option for cord-cutters, providing access to NBC through its Sling Blue plan. DirecTV Stream and Fubo TV also offer ways to watch the Olympics online, with free trial periods available for new subscribers.
The 2024 Olympics will run from July 26 to August 11, with the Paralympic Games following shortly after, from August 28 to September 8. NBC will air primetime events every night, ensuring fans can catch the most exciting moments of the games.
As the Olympic spirit fills the air, tonight’s events promise to be unforgettable. Whether you’re watching gymnastics, swimming, or diving, the competition is sure to showcase the incredible talent and dedication of athletes from around the world. Enjoy the games!
Source: Sporting News
