Tuesday, 12 Nov 2024

Badminton Takes Center Stage on the Olympic Channel

Badminton

The Olympic Channel has recently launched, and badminton enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to. With more than 35 live sports events scheduled for coverage in 2016, including 18 badminton events, fans will have access to a wide range of tournaments, from the World Superseries to the Grand Prix Gold and Grand Prix level tournaments.

The Olympic Channel is a digital platform that allows fans to stay connected to the Olympic Movement throughout the year. Accessible worldwide via mobile apps and the website, this platform aims to enhance the International Federations’ current broadcast and distribution arrangements. While the focus is on live event coverage, the Olympic Channel team is also working on partnerships with the IFs to bring highlights, magazine shows, news coverage, and original programming to the viewers.

Mark Parkman, the General Manager of the Olympic Channel, emphasized the importance of shining a spotlight on Olympic sports and athletes outside of the Games themselves. By launching with a strong lineup of events already in place, the Olympic Channel ensures that fans can keep the excitement of the Rio Games alive all year long.

Badminton Events on the Olympic Channel in 2016

Tham Khảo Thêm:  Badminton Pan America

Here is a list of the badminton events scheduled for coverage on the Olympic Channel in 2016:

  • Yonex Sunrise Indonesian Masters 2016 (Grand Prix Gold) – September 6-11
  • Yonex Open Japan (Superseries) – September 20-25
  • Victor Korea Open (Superseries) – September 27 – October 2
  • SCG Thailand Open (Grand Prix Gold) – October 4-9
  • Russian Open (Grand Prix) – October 4-9
  • Chinese Taipei Masters (Grand Prix) – October 11-16
  • Yonex Dutch Open (Grand Prix) – October 11-16
  • Yonex Denmark Open (Superseries Premier) – October 18-23
  • Bitburger Badminton Open (Grand Prix Gold) – November 1-6
  • BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships (BWF Event) – November 2-6
  • BWF World Junior Championships (BWF Event) – November 8-13
  • Thaihot China Open (Superseries Premier) – November 15-20
  • Yonex Sunrise Hong Kong Open (Superseries) – November 22-27
  • Scottish Open (Grand Prix) – November 23-27
  • Macau Open (Grand Prix Gold) – November 29 – December 4
  • Victor 2016 Korea Masters Championships (Grand Prix Gold) – December 6-11
  • Dubai World Superseries Finals (Superseries Premier) – December 14-18

FAQs

Q: How can I access the Olympic Channel?
A: The Olympic Channel is available worldwide through mobile apps for Android and iOS devices, as well as on the website Carnegiecentre.

Q: Are there any additional features besides live event coverage?
A: Yes, the Olympic Channel also offers highlights, magazine shows, news coverage, and original programming to provide a comprehensive experience for fans.

Q: Can I watch the events on-demand if I miss the live coverage?
A: Yes, the Olympic Channel allows viewers to catch up on missed events through on-demand playback options.

Tham Khảo Thêm:  News | BWF World Championships

Conclusion

With its extensive coverage of badminton events, the Olympic Channel is a must-have platform for badminton enthusiasts. Keep up with the latest tournaments, catch highlights and news, and indulge in original programming to stay connected to the Olympic Movement all year long.