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Australian Open Men’s Semifinals Live Tonight on ESPN, ESPN Deportes & ESPN+

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The Australian Open men’s semifinals will be aired live tonight on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+, which will also have action from other courts as well.  At 10:30 p.m. ET, No. 6 Rafael Nadal plays No. 7 Matteo Berrettini, and at 3:30 a.m. #2 Danill Medvedev takes on No. 4 Stefanos Tsitsipas.  The Nadal-Berrettini match will be preceded at 10 p.m. on ESPN by a half-hour pre-match show added to the schedule since the tournament began. 

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NBCUNIVERSAL TO PROVIDE LIVE 4K HDR COVERAGE OF 2022 OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES PRIMETIME & PRIME PLUS SHOWS FOR FIRST TIME

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4K HDR Coverage to be Provided for Opening & Closing Ceremonies, and All Primetime and Prime Plus Coverage Throughout Olympic Winter Games

STAMFORD, Conn. – Jan. 27, 2022 – For the first time ever for a Winter Olympics, NBC Sports will provide live coverage of the NBC broadcast network’s Olympics primetime and Prime Plus shows in certain markets in the 4K Ultra High Definition (UHD) format with High Dynamic Range (HDR) and ATMOS sound, providing viewers with the excitement and pageantry of the Olympic Games in astonishing fashion.

NBC’s primetime coverage of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies will also be presented in 4K HDR. Events which will be featured in 4K HDR during the Winter Olympics primetime and Prime Plus shows include figure skating, skiing, snowboarding, hockey, bobsled, and other sports. Prime Plus follows the late local news in most markets and often features live competition given the time difference between Beijing and the U.S.

NBCUniversal will distribute the 4K HDR coverage to U.S. distribution partners, who will individually choose how to make the content available to their customers.

“The Winter Olympics provide some of the most amazing moments and stunning visuals in the world of sports,” said Gary Zenkel, President, NBC Olympics. “We’re excited to once again bring the American audience closer to all of the incredible action with our live primetime and Prime Plus shows utilizing this remarkable 4K HDR technology.”

NBC Sports’ 4K UHD programming provides pictures in ultra-high resolution (3,840 x 2,160 pixels) that is four times that of current HD (1,920 x 1,080 pixels), High Dynamic Range (HDR), which produces wider contrast and richer range of colors, and Dolby ATMOS, which provides a fully immersive overhead surround sound experience.

NBCUniversal will provide coverage of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games from Feb. 2-20. The Opening Ceremony will be presented on Friday, Feb. 4, live in the morning and again in primetime on NBC and Peacock. Similar to recent Winter Games, NBC’s primetime Olympic coverage begins the night before the Opening Ceremony on Thursday, Feb. 3. Coverage begins on Wednesday, Feb. 2, on USA Network and Peacock. NBCUniversal is presenting its 18th Olympic Games, 12th consecutive overall, and sixth straight Winter Games, all the most by any U.S. media company.

ABOUT NBC SPORTS

NBC Sports connects people to the moments that matter most and serves sports fans 24/7 with premier live events, insightful studio shows, and compelling original programming. The sports media company presents premier content across linear platforms NBC, USA Network, Golf Channel, and Olympic Channel: Home of Team USA, as well numerous digital sites, including Peacock. It also consists of NBC Sports Next, a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology within its three groups: Youth & Recreational Sports, Golf, and Betting & Gaming. NBC Sports possesses an unparalleled collection of media rights agreements, partnering with some of the most prestigious sports properties in the world: the International Olympic Committee and United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, the NFL, NASCAR, INDYCAR, PGA TOUR, The R&A, PGA of America, USGA, Churchill Downs, Premier League, Tour de France, Roland-Garros, and many more.

–NBC OLYMPICS–

NBC SPORTS PRESENTS $4.5 MILLION PEGASUS WORLD CUP CHAMPIONSHIP INVITATIONAL SERIES THIS SAT., JAN. 29 LIVE AT 4:30 P.M. ET ON NBC AND PEACOCK

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Host Ahmed Fareed Joined by Jerry Bailey, Britney Eurton, Matt Bernier, and Nick Luck

Coverage Streams on NBCSports.com & the NBC Sports app

STAMFORD, Conn. – Jan. 27, 2022 – NBC Sports presents horse racing’s first major event of the year, the $4.5 million Pegasus World Cup Championship Invitational Series from Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, Florida this Saturday, Jan. 29, live at 4:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.

The 2022 Pegasus World Cup features reigning champion and 2021 Eclipse Award Horse of the Year finalist Knicks Go. Also expected to compete in the Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1) are Big Fans Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile (G1) champion Life Is Good and 2019 Belmont Stakes winner Sir Winston.

Colonel Liam, last year’s $1 million Pegasus World Cup Turf winner, will look to defend his title against a field that includes Man o’ War Stakes (G1) winner Channel Cat and Frank E. Kilroe Mile Stakes (G1) champion Hit the Road.

In its sixth year, the Pegasus World Cup Championship Invitational Series will include the $3 million Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1), to be contested by the expected nine-horse field on the dirt at 1-1/8 miles, and the $1 million Pegasus World Cup Turf Invitational (G1). NBC Sports will also present highlights of the inaugural Pegasus Filly & Mare Turf (G3), which will run earlier in the day on Saturday, during the show. The Pegasus World Cup, which is known for world class racing, features a special race day that combines the fusion of celebrity attendees, fashion, and live performances.

Ahmed Fareed hosts Saturday’s coverage alongside Hall of Fame jockey and analyst Jerry Bailey, reporters Britney Eurton and Nick Luck, and analyst/handicapper Matt Bernier from on-site at Gulfstream Park.

NBC Sports Audio on SiriusXM channel 85 will carry live coverage of the event.

In addition to Peacock, all NBC coverage will be streamed live on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.

For more information about the Pegasus World Cup, visit www.pegasusworldcup.com and follow @PegasusWorldCup #RunWithUs on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

 

NBC SPORTS AND HORSE RACING: NBC Sports is the exclusive home to the most important and prestigious events in horse racing, including the Triple Crown, the Breeders’ Cup World Championships, Royal Ascot, and Pegasus World Cup Invitational Series. NBC has been the exclusive home of the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes since 2001, and the Belmont Stakes since 2011, when NBC Sports Group reassembled the Triple Crown.

ABOUT THE STRONACH GROUP AND 1/ST 

The Stronach Group is a world-class technology, entertainment and real estate development company with Thoroughbred horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering at the core.  The company’s consumer facing brand 1/ST (pronounced “First”) powers The Stronach Group’s forward-thinking 1/ST RACING, 1/ST CONTENT, 1/ST TECHNOLOGY, 1/ST EXPERIENCE, and 1/ST PROPERTIES businesses, while advocating for and driving the 1/ST HORSE CARE mission. 1/ST represents The Stronach Group’s continued movement toward redefining Thoroughbred horse racing and the ecosystem that drives it. 1/ST RACING drives the best-in-class horse racing operations at the company’s premier racetracks and training centers including: Santa Anita Park, Golden Gate Fields and San Luis Rey Downs (California); Gulfstream Park – home of the Pegasus World Cup Championship Invitational Series, Gulfstream Park West and Palm Meadows Thoroughbred Training Center (Florida); the Maryland Jockey Club at Laurel Park, Pimlico Race Course – home of the legendary Preakness Stakes, Rosecroft Raceway and Bowie Training Center (Maryland). 1/ST CONTENT is the newly formed operating group for all of 1/ST’s media and content companies including: Monarch Content Management, Elite, GWS and XBTV. 1/ST TECHNOLOGY is horse racing’s largest racing and gaming technology company offering world-class products via its AmTote, Xpressbet, 1/ST BET, XB SELECT, XB NET, PariMAX and Betmix brands. 1/ST EXPERIENCE blends the worlds of sports, entertainment and hospitality through innovative content development, elevated national and local venue management and hospitality, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and procurement development. 1/ST PROPERTIES is responsible for the development of the company’s live, work and play communities surrounding its racing venues including: The Village at Gulfstream Park (Florida) and Paddock Pointe (Maryland).  As the advocate for critical industry reforms and by making meaningful investments into aftercare programs for retired horses and jockeys, 1/ST HORSE CARE represents The Stronach Group’s commitment to achieving the highest level of horse and rider care and safety standards in Thoroughbred horse racing on and off the track. For more information, please visit www.1st.com.

Top Rank Doubleheader Saturday, Jan. 29, on ESPN, ESPN Deportes & ESPN+

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A doubleheader of fighters all hoping to earn a title bout in the near future will be in the spotlight Saturday, Jan. 29, on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+ at 10 p.m. ET as Top Rank visits the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa in Oklahoma.  The main event features a 130-pound title eliminator with Robson Conceição facing Xavier Martinez, preceded by a co-main featherweight battle between Rene Tellez Giron and Luis Melendez.  Both bouts are 10-rounders.  

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EXCHANGE TEAMS UP WITH COMCAST NBCUNIVERSAL TO PROVIDE SERVICE MEMBERS WITH FREE STREAMING OF THE 2022 WINTER OLYMPICS

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DALLAS AND NEW YORK – Service members and honorably discharged Veterans worldwide will again enjoy free access to NBCUniversal’s full streaming coverage of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games, courtesy of the Army & Air Force Exchange Service and Comcast NBCUniversal. Military members will be able to stream all the action from the Olympic Winter Games using their personal devices and computers through ShopMyExchange.com. The Winter Olympics take place Feb. 2 – 20.

Through this arrangement, U.S. service members and honorably discharged Veterans worldwide can stream more than 2,100 hours of events, a record for a Winter Olympics, using NBCOlympics.com and the NBC Sports app, via authentication. Top stories and moments, as well as live streams of select practice and warm-up sessions, extensive video content including event recaps, highlights, viral moments, interviews and more, will be featured throughout the games.

“We’re excited to once again team with Comcast NBCUniversal to bring the Olympics to service members and their families, wherever they are called to serve,” said Exchange Director/CEO Tom Shull. “The Olympics are like no other event, and we’re pleased to play a part in helping our military community cheer on Team USA.”

“We’re honored to continue our partnership with the Exchange in bringing the glory of the Games to veterans, service members, and military families around the world,” said Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Carol Eggert, Senior Vice President of Military & Veteran Affairs at Comcast NBCUniversal. “We’re grateful for our military and its service to our Nation and excited to offer multiple ways for them to view all the action and stories of inspiration from Team USA.”

Service members can access NBCUniversal’s coverage from their computers or personal devices by visiting NBCOlympics.com or the NBC Sports app and choosing the Exchange as their service provider.

Because of content rights restrictions, an active ShopMyExchange.com account is required. OCONUS viewers must also be physically located on-installation at a military location with internet service through an authorized internet service provider to gain access. An authorized provider is one which has partnered with the Exchange on the technical solutions allowing streaming viewership on U.S. military installations in OCONUS.

NBCUniversal will provide coverage of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games from Feb. 2-20. The Opening Ceremony will be presented on Friday, Feb. 4, live in the morning and again in primetime on NBC and Peacock. Similar to recent Winter Games, NBC’s primetime Olympic coverage begins the night before the Opening Ceremony on Thursday, Feb. 3. Coverage begins on Wednesday, Feb. 2, on USA Network and Peacock. NBCUniversal is presenting its 18th Olympic Games, 12th consecutive overall, and sixth straight Winter Games, all the most by any U.S. media company.

Additional information is available on the Exchange’s online community Hub.

 

Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 53rd-largest retailer in the United States. Its earnings provided $2.1 billion in dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs over the last 10 years. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http://www.shopmyexchange.com or follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ExchangePAO.

About Comcast Corporation

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on broadband, aggregation, and streaming with 57 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, multiple cable networks, Peacock, NBCUniversal News Group, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in the United States and Asia. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

About NBCUniversal

NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks, and a premium ad-supported streaming service. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

NBC SPORTS PRESENTS COMPREHENSIVE LIVE COVERAGE OF 60TH IMSA ROLEX 24 AT DAYTONA ENDURANCE RACE ACROSS NBC, USA NETWORK AND PEACOCK

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Live Coverage Begins Saturday at 1:30 p.m. ET on NBC; All Coverage Streams on Peacock

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Serves as Analyst with Leigh Diffey and Calvin Fish; James Hinchcliffe Makes Debut on Peacock Pit Box with Marty Snider

Steve Letarte Pulls An All-Nighter – Working All 24 Hours Providing Analysis and Showcasing Unique Rolex 24 Infield Extravaganza

Double Duty – Townsend Bell to Participate in Race and Serve as Race Analyst

Peacock Presents Robert Wickens’ Return to Racing at IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge Race Friday at 1:35 p.m. ET

Monster Energy Supercross Anaheim – Saturday at 10 p.m. ET on CNBC and Peacock, Encore Sunday at 3 p.m. ET on NBC

STAMFORD, Conn. – Jan. 26, 2022 – NBC Sports’ coverage of the 2022 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship begins this weekend with unparalleled live coverage of the 60th Rolex 24 At Daytona endurance race at Daytona International Speedway on NBC, USA Network, and Peacock.

The Rolex 24 At Daytona features icons of the racing world competing on teams across five separate classes of competition – Daytona Prototype International (DPi), Le Mans Prototype 2 (LMP2), Le Mans Prototype 3 (LMP3), GT Daytona Pro (GTD PRO), and GT Daytona (GTD) – where the world’s premier car manufacturers are represented.

This year’s race is no exception with some of the world’s most well-known drivers competing, including Jimmie Johnson, Scott Dixon, Helio Castroneves, Simon Pagenaud, Sebastien Bourdais, Alexander Rossi, Alex Palou, Marcus Ericsson, and Austin Cindric. The Wayne Taylor Racing No. 10 car will be aiming for its fourth consecutive overall win.

NBC Sports’ comprehensive presentation will utilize 14 of its IMSA, NASCAR and INDYCAR commentators, analysts and reporters on-site for its comprehensive coverage of the Rolex 24 headlined by NBC Sports’ lead IMSA commentating team of play-by-play voice Leigh Diffey, Rolex 24 winner and former IMSA GT driver and analyst Calvin Fish (analyst) alongside NASCAR on NBC analyst and NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr.

INDYCAR fan-favorite and veteran driver James Hinchcliffe makes his on-air debut with NBC Sports, joining Marty Snider and Vanessa Richardson on the Peacock Pit Box on pit road, and also serving as an analyst in the booth.

Steve Letarte will be pulling an all-nighter for NBC Sports, working all 24 hours of the Rolex 24 At Daytona. Letarte will work alongside his NASCAR on NBC boothmate Jeff Burton to provide analysis and showcase the unique experience at the Rolex 24 infield.

Parker Kligerman, Kevin Lee and Dillon Welch will serve as pit reporters throughout the event. Dave Burns and Brian Till will also serve as play-by-play commentators.

In addition to comprehensive Rolex 24 At Daytona coverage, Peacock will also provide exclusive streaming coverage of Robert Wickens’ return to racing in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge race at Daytona this Friday at 1:35 p.m. ET.

NBC Sports’ coverage will also include a number of features surrounding the Rolex 24, including a piece highlighting the 60-year anniversary of the event, Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s interview with Mario Andretti, and an interview with Robert Wickens following his return to racing on Friday.

Below are the broadcast details for the Rolex 24 at Daytona. All coverage will also stream on Peacock.

BROADCAST TEAM

  • Play by Play/Host: Leigh Diffey, Dave Burns, Brian Till, Marty Snider
  • Analyst: Calvin Fish, Dale Earnhardt Jr., James Hinchcliffe, Steve Letarte, Jeff Burton, Townsend Bell
  • Pit Reporters: Parker Kligerman, Kevin Lee, Dillon Welch
  • Reporter: Vanessa Richardson


HOW TO WATCH

  • TV – NBC, USA Network
  • Streaming – Peacock, NBCSports.com, NBC Sports app

 

Date Time (ET) Platform
Sat., January 29 1:30-2:30 p.m. NBC
  2:30-4 p.m. Peacock
  4-7 p.m. USA Network
  7-10 p.m. Peacock
  10 a.m. – 3 p.m. USA Network
Sun., January 30 3-6 a.m. Peacock
  6 a.m. – Noon USA Network
  Noon – 2 p.m. NBC

 

Below is the full 2022 IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship schedule with platforms and times, all ET:

Date Race Circuit Network Start Time
Sat., March 19 Twelve Hours of Sebring Sebring International Raceway USA/Peacock  10 a.m.
Sat., April 9 Grand Prix of Long Beach Long Beach Street Circuit USA  5 p.m.
Sun., May 1 Laguna Seca WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca NBC  3 p.m.
Sun., May 15 Mid-Ohio Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course USA  2 p.m.
Sat., June 4 Detroit Grand Prix Belle Isle Park USA  3 p.m.
Sun., June 28 Six Hours of The Glen Watkins Glen International USA/Peacock  10:30 a.m.
Sun., July 3 Sports Car Grand Prix Canadian Tire Motorsport Park NBC  3 p.m.
Sat., July 16 Northeast Grand Prix Lime Rock Park USA/Peacock  3 p.m.
Sun., Aug. 7 Road America Road America USA/Peacock  TBD
Sun., Aug. 28 GT Challenge at VIR VIRginia International Raceway USA  2 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 1 Petit Le Mans Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta NBC/USA/Peacock  12 p.m.

 

SUPERCROSS RETURNS TO ANAHEIM THIS SATURDAY AT 10 P.M. ET LIVE ON CNBC AND PEACOCK

The 2022 Monster Energy Supercross season continues this weekend from Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., live on Saturday at 10 p.m. ET on CNBC and Peacock, as the series continues its California swing to open the year. Chase Sexton is coming off his first career win the 450SX Class in Oakland, marking the third different winner in three races to open the season. Michael Mosiman earned his first career win in the 250SX Class. Two-time 250SX East Champion Zach Osborne will serve as on-track analyst for this week’s broadcast.

Qualifying coverage on Saturday from Anaheim gets underway at 4 p.m. ET exclusively on Peacock. All Supercross heats, qualifiers and live and on-demand replays of races will be available on Peacock. Click here for more details.

BROADCAST TEAM

  • Play by Play: Daniel Blair
  • Analyst: Ricky Carmichael
  • On-Track Analyst: Zach Osborne
  • Reporter: Kristen Beat

 

HOW TO WATCH

  • TV – CNBC
  • Streaming – Peacock, NBCSports.com, NBC Sports app

 

Date Coverage Network/Streaming Time (ET)
Sat., Jan. 29 Monster Energy Supercross – Qualifying Peacock 4 p.m.
  Monster Energy Supercross – Race CNBC, Peacock, NBCSports.com, NBC Sports app 10 p.m.
Sun., Jan. 30 Monster Energy Supercross – Race* CNBC 10 a.m.
  Monster Energy Supercross – Race* NBC 3 p.m.

 

All 17 Supercross races, highlighted by exclusive live coverage of heats, qualifiers and main event races, will be presented across NBC, CNBC, USA Network, Peacock and NBC Sports digital platforms. The 2022 season will feature a record three live races and 13 total hours of coverage on NBC. The complete schedule can be found here.

-NBC SPORTS-

 

NBC SPORTS’ PREMIER LEAGUE STUDIO SHOW TO BE PRESENTED LIVE FROM SOFI STADIUM THROUGHOUT SUPER BOWL WEEK

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Arlo White Crosses the Pond to Host Alongside Robbie Earle, Robbie Mustoe and Tim Howard for Shows from Tuesday, Feb. 8 through Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 13 

White, Lee Dixon and Graeme Le Saux to Host the Following Weekend’s Shows (Feb. 19-20) from Sky Sports Studios in U.K.

Live 11-Hour Transfer Deadline Day Show on Peacock Next Monday, Jan. 31 Beginning at 8 a.m. ET

Premier League Viewership off to Best Start Since 2015-16

STAMFORD, Conn. – Jan. 27, 2022 – In less than two weeks, NBC Sports’ Premier League studio show will hit the road for seven days of programming between Feb. 8-20.

First, from Feb. 8-13, the studio shows will be presented live from a set outside SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles – home of Super Bowl LVI on NBC, Peacock and Telemundo on Feb. 13. Arlo White will host the shows alongside analysts Robbie Earle, Robbie Mustoe and Tim Howard.

The following weekend, White will host Feb. 19-20 shows from Sky Sports studios in the U.K. alongside Lee Dixon and Graeme Le Saux – his regular match commentary partners.

Rebecca Lowe will serve as NBC’s daytime host throughout the 2022 Winter Games. From Feb. 2-20, NBC Sports International Broadcast Center in Stamford, Conn. will be utilizing all studios for Winter Games coverage.

The first week of remote coverage marks NBC Sports’ second Premier League trip to the Los Angeles area this season. On Oct. 23-24, NBC Sports and the Premier League brought the Premier League Mornings Live fan festival to the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum – home to two Olympic Games (1932 and 1984) and two Super Bowls (I and VII).

This February also marks the second time NBC Sports’ Premier League studio show will broadcast live from the Super Bowl – after making the trip to Arizona prior to Super Bowl XLIX in 2015.

Next Monday, Jan. 31, Sky Sports News’ 11-hour Transfer Deadline Day special will be presented live on Peacock from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. ET.

Viewership for NBC Sports’ Premier League coverage is at its highest since 2015-16 at this point in the season with a Total Audience Delivery of 588,000 viewers across English- and Spanish-language platforms – up 15% from last season.

–NBC SPORTS–

Australian Open Women’s Semifinals Live Late Tonight on ESPN, ESPN Deportes & ESPN+

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The Australian Open women’s semifinals will be aired live late tonight at 3:30 a.m. ET on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+ with the possibility of an all-American championship at stake.  In the first match, local favorite and top-seeded Ash Barty will square off against Madison Keys, a native of Illinois.  The second match will pit by No. 7 Iga Swiatek of Poland against No. 27 Danielle Collins, a Floridian who played at the University of Virginia where she won the Honda Sports Award as the nation’s best female tennis player in 2016.  This is the first time the women’s semifinals have been played in prime time in Australia, moving them to the overnight slot in the U.S., from 10 p.m. ET last year.

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The Tournament: A History of ACC Men’s Basketball Presented by New York Life to Premiere February 7 on ACC Network

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From ESPN Films in partnership with ACC Network (ACCN) comes The Tournament: A History of ACC Men’s Basketball – the story of arguably the most storied, significant and successful conference in the history of men’s college basketball. Episode 1 of the 10-part, 10-hour documentary debuts on Monday, Feb. 7 at 9 p.m. ET, following the Pitt at Virginia Tech game on ACCN at 7 p.m. Episode 2 immediately follows at 10 p.m. Two episodes will air each Monday night at 9 and 10 p.m. through March 7.

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NBC SPORTS AND CLASSROOM CHAMPIONS LAUNCH LEARNING SERIES FOR CHILDREN FEATURING ATHLETES COMPETING IN 2022 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC WINTER GAMES

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‘Champion Mindset’ Series Features Olympians and Paralympians Sharing Life Lessons with Millions of K-8 Students Through Unique Collaboration between NBC Sports, Youth Sports Platform SportsEngine and Four of the Most Prominent Education Organizations in America

Athletes Featured Include Olympians and Paralympians Chris Mazdzer, Elana Meyers-Taylor, Dan Cnossen, Andrew Kurka and More

STAMFORD, Conn. – January 26, 2022 – NBC Sports and Classroom Champions have teamed up with four prominent education organizations to connect children with Olympic and Paralympic athletes in an exclusive learning series, “Champion Mindset.” Education content leaders BrainPOP, Classroom Champions, Epic!, and GoNoodle, and youth sports platform SportsEngine will collectively produce dozens of new, exclusive pieces of content for the initiative.

In this unique series, children hear stories from elite Team USA athletes about building important life skills—like perseverance, healthy living, and goal setting. Students, teachers and families will be able to engage with the content for free during the entirety of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

“As a new mom, I am more interested than ever before about how to be a positive role model to this next generation,” said Elana Meyers Taylor, Olympic Silver Medalist, Bobsled. “The Champion Mindset is more than just a way to think, it’s waking up each day believing in yourself and working toward becoming the best version of you. The partners coming together for this initiative are bringing these skills to life at a time when kids really need them. Proud and excited to be a part of the Champion Mindset on my way to the 2022 Winter Games.”

Each education partner will have a different form of content ranging from interactive videos for students to mixed-media videos to interactive lesson plans, all highlighting valuable lessons from athletes who will be competing in the 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics on what it means to have a Champion Mindset.

“Olympians and Paralympians are incredible role models for kids,” said Jenny Storms, Chief Marketing Officer, Entertainment and Sports, NBCUniversal. “We are excited that this partnership will allow students to learn important life lessons from decorated athletes at the same time those athletes are skiing and sliding against the best Olympians and Paralympians in the world.”

Champion Mindset will be available to the public for free at YourChampionMindset.com and distributed to all subscribers of the education partners with a combined audience of over 50 million. Children deserve access to the world’s best learning experiences and role models, like the American athletes ready to compete for our country in the Winter Games.

“The obstacles I’ve faced in my life were difficult, but they got me here,” said Dan Cnossen, Paralympic Gold Medalist, Para Cross-Country Skiing and Para Biathlon, and retired Navy SEAL. “When I lost my leg during my service, there were many points when I felt like giving up, but I knew that wasn’t an option. I believe that anyone can channel the Champion Mindset and I’m incredibly grateful to be able to pass along what I have learned through my journey to kids across this country.”

“As an Olympic gold medalist, I know how powerful the athlete mindset can be in sport but also in life,” said Steve Mesler, Olympic Gold Medalist and Chief Executive Officer of Classroom Champions. “Champion Mindset is more than just about telling kids to persevere and dream big; but rather it’s about showing them the journey of these athletes as they compete for something they’ve dreamt about for decades. It’s not just a moment on the podium, it’s a mindset that keeps you going year after year. This is something we at Classroom Champions are incredibly proud to bring to kids in a tangible way. This partner initiative with some of the most beloved organizations in education will bring a unique lens to these lessons, and we’re excited for the world to see it.”

NBCUniversal will provide coverage of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games from Feb. 2-20. The Opening Ceremony will be presented on Friday, Feb. 4, live in the morning and again in primetime on NBC and Peacock. Similar to recent Winter Games, NBC’s primetime Olympic coverage begins the night before the Opening Ceremony on Thursday, Feb. 3. NBCUniversal is presenting its 18th Olympic Games, 12th consecutive overall, and sixth straight Winter Games, all the most by any U.S. media company.

About NBC Sports

NBC Sports connects people to the moments that matter most and serves sports fans 24/7 with premier live events, insightful studio shows, and compelling original programming. The sports media company presents premier content across linear platforms NBC, USA Network, Golf Channel, and Olympic Channel: Home of Team USA, as well numerous digital sites, including Peacock. It also consists of NBC Sports Next, a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology within its three groups: Youth & Recreational Sports, Golf, and Betting & Gaming. NBC Sports possesses an unparalleled collection of media rights agreements, partnering with some of the most prestigious sports properties in the world: the International Olympic Committee and United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, the NFL, NASCAR, INDYCAR, PGA TOUR, The R&A, PGA of America, USGA, Churchill Downs, Premier League, Tour de France, Roland-Garros, and many more.

About BrainPOP

BrainPOP is an online educational solution that makes rigorous learning experiences accessible and engaging for all students. Proven to raise academic achievement, it has been a trusted resource to more than six million educators and has engaged the hearts and challenged the minds of over 300 million learners worldwide. 70% of K-8 U.S. schools turned to BrainPOP as a go-to resource during remote learning, and nine out of 10 educators would recommend it to a friend or colleague. BrainPOP provides endless opportunities for kids to take agency over their learning through playful, knowledge-building content and learner-driven projects that strengthen critical, computational, and creative thinking across the entire curriculum. The company is committed to empowering kids to succeed and thrive in the classroom and beyond.

 

About Classroom Champions

Classroom Champions is a non-profit dedicated to connecting students with world-class athlete mentors. Classroom Champions supports students’ social and emotional learning (SEL) and academic achievement, and provides curriculum and mentorship programs to districts, schools, and teachers to encourage children to achieve successful futures. Over the past 10 years, Classroom Champions and its more than 200 Olympians, Paralympians, NCAA student-athletes, and professional sport athlete mentors have taught SEL skills to more than 1 million students across 35 countries. Classroom Champions has provided more than $10,000,000 in scholarships to Title I, rural, and Indigenous communities. Students participating in Classroom Champions see significant improvements in the classroom, teachers see improved engagement, and athlete mentors learn new skills to prepare for life after sport. To learn from more athletes visit www.classroomchampions.org.

 

About Epic
Designed for unlimited discovery and unmatched safety, Epic is the leading digital reading platform for kids. Built on a collection of 40,000+ popular, high-quality books, audiobooks and videos from 250+ of the world’s best publishers—Epic reaches more than 50 million kids in homes and classrooms and fuels curiosity and reading confidence. Epic has made access free to educators and more than 2 million teachers have signed up for classroom use. Epic is part of the BYJU’S family of brands, working together to unlock a love of learning around the world. To learn more, visit getepic.com, or follow Epic on Facebook and Twitter.

 

About GoNoodle

GoNoodle is a fast-growing, media, and technology company committed to creating joy, health, and self-discovery in elementary-aged kids (and the adults in their lives). We make videos and games that get kids up and moving and developing their wellness, mental health, equanimity, and resilience. GoNoodle is in millions of homes and more than 90% of U.S. public and private elementary schools. Kids love it because it’s fun. Teachers love it because it engages students and reinforces curriculum. Parents love it because it’s meant to fuel their kids and bring them closer. To learn more, visit http://www.gonoodle.com.

 

About SportsEngine, Inc. 

Helping the world play smarter and live more, SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, is the leading provider of sport relationship management software serving millions of coaches, parents, athletes, clubs, leagues, governing bodies, and associations. SportsEngine helps sports organizations around the globe reduce the time they spend on administrative tasks, and enables them to focus more on developing their athletes, providing safe experiences, and furthering the love of sport. Leagues and governing bodies across the country use National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI), a SportsEngine, Inc. subsidiary, to manage their background checks and safety programs. Learn more at: www.sportsengine.com/corp, facebook.com/sportsengine; or @sportsengine">twitter.com/@sportsengine.