Olympics: Live news, schedules and where to watch
Big sporting moments happen at the Olympics — world records, surprise medals and breakout stars. If you want straight answers on when events start, how African athletes are doing, and the easiest ways to watch, this page pulls the essentials together. No fluff, just what you need to follow the Games.
How to follow the Games
First, get the official schedule and set alerts. Use the IOC Olympic app or the event’s official website for start times and heat lists — they update instantly. Time zones trip people up, so convert event times to your local time and add must-watch events to your phone calendar.
Next, find the right broadcaster. TV rights change by country, so check local sports channels and streaming services first. If those aren’t available, the Olympic Channel and national Olympic committee pages often post highlights, clips and athlete interviews. Social platforms like Twitter, Instagram and YouTube are great for live highlights and short recaps.
Where Africa could shine
African athletes are strong in many events. Track and field — sprints, middle- and long-distance races — is still the biggest source of medals for the continent. Keep an eye on boxing, judo and weightlifting too; those sports often bring surprises. Nations like Kenya, Ethiopia and South Africa regularly reach finals, but new talents appear every Games, so watch qualifiers and early rounds closely.
If you follow specific athletes or teams, follow their national Olympic committees and coaches on social media. They post training updates, injury news and final start lists faster than most news sites.
Want live results without watching every race? Use result trackers on the Olympic site or sports apps that send push notifications for heats and finals. That way you know instantly when a medal is won without sitting through every round.
Traveling to the host city? Plan ahead. Buy transport cards, check venue entry rules and allow extra time for security checks. Weather can change events — check daily forecasts and the official schedule each morning to avoid surprises.
For fans watching together, plan a flexible schedule. Big finals often run late in local time, so pick key events and watch recorded highlights for the rest. If you’re into betting or fantasy picks, focus on form and recent times rather than reputation alone — recent performance matters more than past medals.
We’ll track African stories and highlight times that matter. Bookmark this tag, turn on notifications, and come back for fast updates on results, schedules and standout performances. Want a quick medal tracker or TV guide for your country? Tell us which country you follow and we’ll point you to the best live sources.
