The Games are back on considered one of the largest sports channels around.
On August 2, 2023, during a press conference held in regards to the 2023 CrossFit Games, CEO Don Faul revealed that the Individual and Team portions of the competition can be once more broadcast on ESPN. Any CrossFit fans tuning in on August 3-6, 2023, have a mess of options to look at the motion, which now includes live coverage on ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. Prior to 2023, the last time the Games were broadcast on ESPN was in 2016. They might to CBS platforms the next 12 months. A seven-year absence from the “Worldwide Leader in Sports” now fills within the gap for the largest contest in CrossFit.
Note: A subscription is required to view any coverage on ESPN+, and this overall addition only applies to audiences in the US. International viewers still produce other options for viewing not applicable to ESPN’s affiliates.
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Here’s what Faul said, clarifying the choice to reunite with ESPN in a broadcast partnership of the 2023 CrossFit Games:
“We’re thrilled to be back on the preeminent platform for sports as CrossFit’s top athletes showcase their fitness on the very highest stage,” Faul stated. “… This relationship with ESPN will help introduce CrossFit to thousands and thousands of individuals, welcoming them into probably the most supportive and hard-working community on a shared journey to long-term health and fitness.”
Every day of the 2023 Games could have a particular window on a distinct ESPN platform. For Sunday’s respective Individual Finals, specifically, the ultimate moments will likely be captured on ESPN2 from 4-6 p.m. E.T.
The 2023 CrossFit Games are already well underway, with the Adaptive and Team Divisions starting earlier this week. The Individual athletes began their portion of the competition on Thursday, August 3, 2023. Justin Medeiros is the defending Men’s champion while the legendary Tia-Clair Toomey’s absence has left behind a large chasm for the Women’s competitors to fill.
Stay glued to Breaking Muscle for leaderboard updates and the way all of the athletes fare on the respective workouts. A weekend of exciting chaos, energy, and competitiveness in Madison, WI, assuredly awaits.
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