Track and field enters a thrilling new era as Grand Slam Track, the revolutionary professional athletics league founded by Olympic legend Michael Johnson, kicks off its inaugural season in Kingston, Jamaica. The three-day event (April 4-6) will showcase elite sprinters, hurdlers, and distance runners in a fast-paced, team-based competition format.
Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch Grand Slam Track 2025, including TV channels, live streams, event schedules, and key athletes.
Here’s way to watch Grand Slam Track Kingston Live and Streaming guide
The Kingston meet will be broadcast in 189 countries, with major networks covering the action:
WATCH: Every 2025 Grand Slam Track race live anywhere
United States
- Friday (April 4): Peacock (6:00 PM ET)
- Saturday (April 5): The CW & Peacock (6:00 PM ET)
- Sunday (April 6): The CW & Peacock (3:00 PM ET)
United Kingdom & Ireland
- TNT Sports (Live coverage)
Europe & Asia
- Eurosport
Jamaica
- TVJ (Local broadcaster)
Grand Slam Track Kingston 2025: Full Event Schedule
Friday, April 4 (Start at 6:00 PM ET)
| Time (ET) | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 6:42 PM | Women’s 200m | Long Sprints |
| 6:54 PM | Men’s 400m | Long Sprints |
| 7:04 PM | Women’s 3000m | Long Distance |
| 7:21 PM | Women’s 800m | Short Distance |
| 7:34 PM | Men’s 400m Hurdles | Long Hurdles |
| 7:46 PM | Women’s 400m Hurdles | Long Hurdles |
| 7:56 PM | Men’s 5000m | Long Distance |
| 8:21 PM | Men’s 100m | Short Sprints |
Saturday, April 5 (Start at 6:00 PM ET)
| Time (ET) | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 6:42 PM | Men’s 110m Hurdles | Short Hurdles |
| 6:56 PM | Men’s 200m | Long Sprints |
| 7:08 PM | Women’s 1500m | Short Distance |
| 7:25 PM | Women’s 100m Hurdles | Short Hurdles |
| 7:38 PM | Women’s 100m | Short Sprints |
| 7:50 PM | Men’s 1500m | Short Distance |
| 8:07 PM | Men’s 200m | Short Sprints |
| 8:21 PM | Women’s 400m | Long Sprints |
Sunday, April 6 (The CW & Peacock – 3:00 PM ET)
| Time (ET) | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 3:42 PM | Women’s 100m Hurdles | Short Hurdles |
| 3:54 PM | Men’s 400m Hurdles | Long Hurdles |
| 4:04 PM | Women’s 5000m | Long Distance |
| 4:29 PM | Men’s 100m Hurdles | Short Hurdles |
| 4:39 PM | Men’s 800m | Short Distance |
| 4:49 PM | Men’s 3000m | Long Distance |
| 5:08 PM | Women’s 200m | Short Sprints |
| 5:21 PM | Women’s 400m Hurdles | Long Hurdles |
What Makes Grand Slam Track Different?
- Team-Based Competition: Athletes compete in squads, earning points for their teams.
- Fast-Paced Format: Fewer heats, more head-to-head racing.
- Innovative Rules: Designed to maximize excitement for fans.
- Big Prizes: Significant earnings for top performers.
Grand Slam Track 2025 Preview: Star-Studded Field Set for Historic Debut
The inaugural Grand Slam Track season kicks off this weekend in Kingston with a revolutionary format featuring 48 elite athletes – four men and four women across six disciplines – locked in for the entire 2025 campaign. These core competitors will battle in two events each at every stop, while rising stars vie for a chance to secure a full-time roster spot in 2026.
How It Works
- Scoring System: Points awarded based on race placements, with individual “Slam Champions” crowned at each meet
- Season Winner: An overall champion will emerge after the four-event series
- High Stakes: Lucrative prize money up for grabs, ensuring fierce competition from the start
British Contenders to Watch
Team Great Britain brings serious firepower to Kingston, including:
- Zharnel Hughes (100m/200m)
- Matthew Hudson-Smith (400m)
- Josh Kerr (1500m)
- Dina Asher-Smith (100m/200m)
- Daryll Neita (100m/200m)
- Neil Gourley (1500m)
- Melissa Courtney-Bryant (1500m)
Will Johnson’s Vision Transform the Sport?
Founded by Olympic legend Michael Johnson, Grand Slam Track aims to reinvigorate professional athletics with a fast-paced, team-driven format. While its long-term impact remains to be seen, one thing is guaranteed: When the world’s fastest athletes collide, expect fireworks.
