Nothing on the Olympics?? Really??

[gpiper 77]

I know the coverage of the games on the NBC (renamed the Phelps channel for the first week at least) is shocking, but c'mon we can still comment on some of the awesome displays seen thus far.

The aforementioned Phelos does deserve a mention tho as he defies belief on what he's done during these games, an ultimate competitor, Bikes too is an absolute cut above the rest as is Ledecky.

Unfortunately due to the total bias of network broadcast time there is little else to say about the 1000's of other athletes not from the US! as they are not given the time if day unless an American is beating them of course.

The BBC is missed in my household for sure !

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[Dashinka 24,870]

Aren't the Summer Olympics pretty much the same each time at least based on US coverage. The first week is all swimming/gymnastics, and the second week is track and field/basketball. I know there are many other events, and many of those are great to watch as we only see them every four years such as kayaking, rowing, archery, etc, but NBC doesn't give them much play.

I have a slightly different perspective right now since I am currently in Russia, I am getting to see some interesting fencing, weightlifting, judo and archery. Great to see these more obscure sports just like luge, bobsled, and skeleton in the Winter games.

[X Factor 1,112]

Can't wait for the 100 and 200 meters race.

[lostinblue 1,989]

[Pitaya 2,577]

The CBC seems to be providing better coverage of the Rio Olympics than NBC.

[gpiper 77]

They don't even cover the medal ceremonies unless an American is in it! Plus then only if it's gold... They still don't show the bronze or silver stepping up to receive their medals..

Now u see why the USA is so insular. Broader coverage and showing athletes other than those wearing the Stars and Stripes might just broaden horizons. Nothing wrong with focussing on your home team but just have a bit of balance.

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[The Nature Boy 7,659]

They don't even cover the medal ceremonies unless an American is in it! Plus then only if it's gold... They still don't show the bronze or silver stepping up to receive their medals..

Now u see why the USA is so insular. Broader coverage and showing athletes other than those wearing the Stars and Stripes might just broaden horizons. Nothing wrong with focussing on your home team but just have a bit of balance.

Just guessing but maybe because it's American networks. Just a hunch

[AP16 30]

As a Brazilian, I just ask for you guys to not believe all the negative coverage the american press is giving us here. Brazil is not a third world country, a war zone or a biohazard area. Zika virus is not worse than a regular cold and people don't die here because of pollution.

[gpiper 77]

Just guessing but maybe because it's American networks. Just a hunch

Well done Columbo...

The point is other national broadcasting nations are able to give a more rounded view of the event. Have you ever been abroad when such an event has taken place and been able to see the difference in coverage. If you have you'd get what I mean.

There are other athletes at the games and other events too.... You'll find that many countries can demonstrate a love for the entire spectacle and not just events where an American gold is likely to result and focus on just that.

Don't worry not knocking the USA merely pointing out an observation I have made.

Case in point the women's Heptathlon... Excellence required in 7 track and field events so you could say superb athletes in their own right.

No USA competitor in sight of a medal so highlights are bumped to 10:30 at night here in the central zone.

Ps Unlucky Jess....

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Am I the only one wondering why the diving pool water is green? AND the track is blue?

[The Nature Boy 7,659]

Well done Columbo...

The point is other national broadcasting nations are able to give a more rounded view of the event. Have you ever been abroad when such an event has taken place and been able to see the difference in coverage. If you have you'd get what I mean.

There are other athletes at the games and other events too.... You'll find that many countries can demonstrate a love for the entire spectacle and not just events where an American gold is likely to result and focus on just that.

Don't worry not knocking the USA merely pointing out an observation I have made.

Case in point the women's Heptathlon... Excellence required in 7 track and field events so you could say superb athletes in their own right.

No USA competitor in sight of a medal so highlights are bumped to 10:30 at night here in the central zone.

Ps Unlucky Jess....

The women's hepa what..

Yes I was abroad during college football season 2014. It sacked. No coverage of any good games

[gpiper 77]

The women's hepa what..

Yes I was abroad during college football season 2014. It sacked. No coverage of any good games

College football isn't a "global" sport but hey ur missing the point but me thinks you're messing about.

Actually if you visited the UK and spent time with anyone with a decent sports package you could watch quite a lot of the college football games (Big 10, PAC 12, SEC so not filler games) and college game day too.

Not only that but MLB,NBA & NFL. Again non of these are global in nature but at least you can watch them.

I luckily am able to catch the Englidh Premier League games... Whoooo hoooo

You see some of us can appreciate a variety of sports including American specific ones.

[Dashinka 24,870]

As a Brazilian, I just ask for you guys to not believe all the negative coverage the american press is giving us here. Brazil is not a third world country, a war zone or a biohazard area. Zika virus is not worse than a regular cold and people don't die here because of pollution.

I actually like Brazil a lot and am glad they are hosting these Olympics. I work with many Brazilian engineers mostly from San Paulo, and it is definitely not a third world country. Now if they can get rid of that pesky socialism, they might really thrive!