You might already be aware that the 2024 Olympic Games kick off in Paris this week. However, what you might not yet know is that men’s rugby Sevens is one of the inaugural events. On Wednesday, Ireland squares off against South Africa and Japan, followed by a tough match against tournament favourite, New Zealand the ensuing night. The women’s Sevens likewise commence the upcoming Sunday where Ireland clashes with Britain in the opener, and later on face South Africa and Australia – Catch these matches on RTÉ, BBC & Eurosport from July 24th-30th.
In the boxing scene, a highly intriguing bout scheduled to take place this weekend in London features two indigenous heavyweights, Joe Joyce, who has an Irish lineage, and Derek Chisora at the O2 arena. Both pugilists, marked by prolific careers laced with numerous championship titles, now seek another shot at heavyweights’ supremacy as they approach their retirement – Don’t miss this on Saturday, TNT Sports.
Talking about Gaelic football, the last time Galway managed to clinch the Sam Maguire Cup was back in 2001, led by the mainstay of the team, Pádraic Joyce, in the full forward position. Cut to the following year, Armagh etched their name on the title, thanks primarily to captain Kieran McGeeney’s sturdy defence from centre back. Both come back to represent their counties this Sunday in the All-Ireland senior football championship final – they are back, this time as the team’s managers who will be strategising from the pavilion – Look for it on Sunday, RTÉ & BBC.
From Monday, July 22nd, Sky Sports Cricket airs the 2nd Test D5 match between England and West Indies from 10.15 am onward, followed by Championship highlights from GAA on TG4, from 8pm to 9pm. The action continues on Tuesday, July 23rd with the Scottish League Cup football, 7.45pm between Aberdeen and Airdrieonians on Premier Sports 1. Wednesday, July 24th, look out for the men’s 7s rugby matches where Ireland face South Africa at 4.30pm, and Japan at 8pm on RTÉ 2, Eurosport and BBC Red Button.
This is a summary of the upcoming sports schedule. Senior Open Championship will be broadcasted on Sky Sports Golf from 12:30pm to 6pm. RTÉ 2, Eurosport & BBC Red Button are showing the Olympics Men’s 7s, featuring Ireland v New Zealand at 3:30pm. The evening segment of Sports Golf at 6pm-11:30pm will present the 3M Open. For Rugby League fans, Sky Sports Action will show the match between Huddersfield Giants and Leeds Rhinos at 8pm.
The schedule for Friday, July 26th includes the 3rd Test, D1 England v West Indies on Sky Sports Cricket from 10am. F1 enthusiasts can tune in to Sky Sports F1 from noon for the Practice Belgian Grand Prix. The Senior Open Championship will continue on Sky Sports Golf from 12:30pm – 6pm. The anticipated Olympics Opening Ceremony can be watched across three channels, including RTÉ 2, BBC 1, and Eurosport 1, during the evening. The 3M Open on Sky Sports Golf will also play from 6pm-11:30pm. For budding fans of Rugby League, there are three Super League games at 8pm featuring different teams.
On Saturday, July 27th, Olympics coverage will start early across RTÉ 2, BBC 1, and Eurosport, including rowing, cycling and swimming events. Sky Sports Cricket will broadcast the 3rd Test, D2 England v West Indies from 10:15am. F1 Practice & Qualifying Belgian Grand Prix will continue on Sky Sports F1 from 11:15am. Senior Open Championship will again be shown on Sky Sports Golf from 12:30pm to 6pm. Lastly, RTÉ 1 will cover the All-Ireland Senior Semi-finals Camogie matches at 1:15pm and 3pm respectively with teams Cork v Dublin, and Galway v Tipperary.
Here is a schedule of sports events and their respective channels in the UK:
Saturday’s programming begins with racing on Virgin Media One between 1:30pm and 4pm from Ascot. Rugby League follows at 3pm with Salford RD versus Castleford Tigers on Sky Sports Action, which also showcases Catalans Dragons meeting Hull FC at 6pm. Starting at the same time, the 3M Open will be broadcast on Sky Sports Golf till 11pm. Meanwhile, a boxing match between Joe Joyce and Derek Chisora can be followed on TNT Sports 1 from 7pm. At 7:35pm, the Women’s Premier Division soccer match between Peamount and Athlone Town will be aired on TG4. International Rugby kicks off at 8pm with Uruguay against Scotland on TNT Sports 2. At 9:20pm, GAA will present “Up for the Match” on RTÉ 1 until 11:15pm. Soccer fans can tune in to Premier Sports 1 for a friendly match between Man City and AC Milan at 11pm, or Wolves versus West Ham on Premier Sports 2.
For Sunday (July 28th), UFC action between Leon Edwards and Belal Muhammad will be broadcast on TNT Sports 1 from 3am. At 9:15am, the Olympics begin on RTÉ and continue till 10:30pm, while BBC 1 will cover them from 8am till midnight. Eurosport will also cover the event from 7:45am to 2am, with features on equestrian, rugby and swimming. Sky Sports Cricket will showcase the 3rd Test, D3 England versus West Indies from 10:15am. At noon, the Senior Open Championship in golf can be followed on Sky Sports Golf until 6pm. Follow this with the Belgian Grand Prix on Sky Sports F1 from 12:30pm. Thereafter, Scottish League Cup soccer action between Motherwell and Partick Thistle will be available on Premier Sports 1 at 3pm. All-Ireland SFC Final in GAA will pit Galway against Armagh on RTÉ 2 & BBC 2 at 3.30pm. The 3M Open will again be on Sky Sports Golf from 6pm-11pm. Later at 9:30pm, the Sunday Game will be seen on RTÉ 2 till 11.35pm. The final show of the day will, once again, be golf – the CPKC Women’s Open, airing on Sky Sports Golf from 11pm-2am.