Track and field at the 2024 Olympics has reached its one-week mark, and tonight, fans can look forward to seeing some of Team USA’s top athletes in action. Yesterday, Quincy Hall made an impressive comeback in the men’s 400m, securing a gold medal. This victory came just one day after Cole Hocker’s come-from-behind win in the distance running event. With four medal events featuring American athletes today, Team USA has a great opportunity to further increase their medal count.
The highlight of today’s events is the men’s 200m final, which will showcase three Team USA runners, including Noah Lyles, Kenny Bednarek, and Erriyon Knighton. In addition to this, medals will be decided in the women’s long jump, men’s javelin, women’s 400m hurdles, and men’s 110m hurdles. It promises to be an exciting day for track and field enthusiasts.
To ensure you don’t miss any of the action, here is the schedule for the track and field events on August 8:
– 1:35 p.m. ET: Women’s 1500m Semifinals
– 1:35 p.m. ET: Heptathlon Shot Put
– 2:00 p.m. ET: Women’s Long Jump Final
– 2:25 p.m. ET: Men’s Javelin Final
– 2:30 p.m. ET: Men’s 200m Final
– 2:55 p.m. ET: Heptathlon 200m
– 3:25 p.m. ET: Women’s 400m Hurdles Final
– 3:45 p.m. ET: Men’s 110m Hurdles Final
Now, let’s talk about how you can watch these track and field events. If you’re looking to watch for free, consider signing up for live TV streaming services that offer free trials and carry E!. DIRECTV Stream is a recommended option, offering a five-day free trial.
If you prefer to watch on Peacock, the official streaming home of the 2024 Olympics, you can access over 5,000 hours of live coverage, including all 329 medal events, leading up to them, and the popular whip-around show Gold Zone. Peacock offers two subscription options: $7.99/month with ads and $13.99/month without ads. Since the Olympics conclude on August 11, you only need one month to watch the entire Games.
For those curious about which Team USA athletes will be competing in today’s track and field finals, here’s a breakdown:
Women’s Long Jump:
– Tara Davis-Woodhall
– Jasmine Moore
– Monae’ Nichols
Men’s 200m:
– Noah Lyles
– Kenny Bednarek
– Erriyon Knighton
Women’s 400m Hurdles:
– Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone
– Anna Cockrell
– Jasmine Jones
Men’s 110m Hurdles:
– Grant Holloway
– Freddie Crittenden
– Daniel Roberts
In addition to the finals, you can also catch Team USA athletes in qualifications and semifinals today, including the women’s 1500m and heptathlon events.
Lastly, mark your calendars as the 2024 Olympics will come to an end on Sunday, August 11, with the closing ceremony airing at 3 p.m. ET. It’s been an incredible two weeks of athletic excellence, and the closing ceremony will serve as a fitting conclusion to this global sporting event.
This article was written by Angela Tricarico, a Commerce Writer/Reporter for Post Wanted Shopping and Decider, New York Post’s streaming property. Angela’s expertise lies in keeping readers informed about cord-cutter-friendly deals and providing information on how to watch sports, TV shows, and movies on different streaming services. She thoroughly tests and compares streaming services to ensure readers get the best prices. With a passion for shopping, tech, sports, and pop culture, Angela brings a unique perspective to her writing. Prior to joining Decider and New York Post, she wrote about streaming and consumer tech at Insider Reviews.
