🎿 Exciting news for sports fans! 🎉 The BBC has unveiled its stellar commentary team for the upcoming Winter Olympics, kicking off next month. This year’s games are groundbreaking, being the first to take place across two cities – Milan and various scenic spots in north-eastern Italy, like Cortina and the beautiful Valtellina and Fiemme valleys.
Mark your calendars – the opening ceremony is set for February 6th and promises to be a spectacle! The BBC will broadcast more than 450 hours of live coverage, ensuring you don’t miss any thrilling moments. 📺 Catch live action daily on BBC One and BBC Two from 9 am to 10 pm, or tune into Olympics Extra on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website from 8 am to 11 pm.
Leading the charge is the fabulous Clare Balding, alongside top names like Hazel Irvine and Jeanette Kwakye. They’ll be supported by winter sports legends such as Lizzy Yarnold and Vicky Wright, bringing you expert insights and commentary.
Adding some extra sparkle is Gladiators star Montell Douglas, set to share her unique perspective from sprinting to her bobsleigh adventures. And let’s not forget figure skating icon Robin Cousins and Olympic bronze medallists John Jackson and Jenny Jones, who promise to make your Olympic viewing experience unforgettable!
🎥 Behind the scenes, Max Balegde and Chris Hughes will capture exclusive athlete stories, while Charley Marlowe showcases Team GB’s epic journey to Italy. Tune in to BBC Radio 5 Live for live updates, interviews, and reactions from the heart of the action.
With such a dynamic line-up, the BBC is all set to deliver every medal moment and emotional highlight straight from the winter wonderland of Italy. Let the games begin! ⛷️🥇
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