Three sporting spectacles gracing your screens this week: A comprehensive television guide for sports enthusiasts
Sports Roundup: August 2024
The sports world is buzzing with exciting events taking place this month. Here's a rundown of some of the key competitions to watch out for.
The Rugby Championship Kicks Off
The Rugby Championship, featuring Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, gets underway this weekend. The opening match sees South Africa hosting Australia in Johannesburg, while Argentina meets New Zealand in Córdoba. The exact schedule for the 2024 tournament is not yet available, but it is expected to follow a similar mid-August to early October timeframe with a home/away arrangement.
Golf Tournaments Galore
For golf enthusiasts, there are several tournaments to keep an eye on. The BMW Championship is being broadcast on Sky Sports Golf from August 14th to 16th, while the Standard Portland Classic LPGA tournament will be aired on Sky Sports Mix on August 14th and 15th, and Sky Sports Golf on August 16th. The Danish Championship will also be held on August 15th and 17th, with coverage on Sky Sports Golf.
Football Action on Multiple Fronts
Football fans have a plethora of matches to choose from. The Premier League sees Liverpool facing Bournemouth, Wolverhampton taking on Man City, Tottenham squaring off against Burnley, and Derry City battling Drogheda Utd. These matches will be broadcast on various channels including Sky Sports Premier League, Premier Sports 1, Sky Sports Premier League, and RTÉ 2. Meanwhile, the League Cup features matches between Huddersfield and Leicester, Birmingham and Sheffield Utd, Celtic and Falkirk, and Rangers and Alloa Athletic, which will be shown on Sky Sports Plus, Sky Sports Football, RTÉ 2, Premier Sports 1 respectively.
Cycling and Snooker Events
The Tour of Czech Republic and Tour of Denmark Cycling events will be aired on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports 2. The Saudi Masters Snooker tournament is scheduled on TNT Sports 3.
UFC Middleweight Title Match
In the world of mixed martial arts, Dricus du Plessis faces Khamzat Chimaev in a UFC middleweight title match on Saturday night in UFC 319.
FAI Cup Final Recap
Lastly, the 2024 FAI Cup Final was held at the Aviva Stadium, with Drogheda United emerging victorious over Derry City with a score of 2-0. The champions of the FAI Cup will advance to the Europa League qualifiers.
For the detailed 2024 Rugby Championship schedule, it is recommended to check official rugby union sources or the tournament organizer's websites, as the 2025 schedule is more currently documented.
In addition to the Rugby Championship, the NFL Preseason kicks off in the world of American football, with numerous games showcased across various networks. (Sports Roundup: August 2024)
Concurrently, the PGA Championship takes place in golf, a tournament featuring top golfers vying for the coveted title. (Sports Roundup: August 2024)
Meanwhile, the US Open Series in tennis, a leading tennis tournament, is scheduled to offer thrilling matches among the elite tennis players. (Sports Roundup: August 2024)
