The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics are underway and Simone Biles is competing with Team USA. Women’s gymnastics coverage is on NBC, USA Network and E!, and most events stream on Peacock. Below is a plain guide to when Biles competes and how to watch her events, including options if you don’t have cable.
When Simone Biles is competing
– Dates: Sunday, July 28, 2024 through Monday, August 5, 2024.
– Next major event (at time of update): Women’s all-around final — Thursday, August 1, 12:15–2:25 p.m. ET.
Where to watch (TV and streaming)
– Broadcast: NBC and affiliated cable channels (USA Network, E!) carry Olympic gymnastics coverage.
– Streaming: Peacock will carry live Olympic coverage and offers multi-view functionality so you can follow multiple events.
How to watch without a cable subscription
Here are the main streaming and over-the-air options to catch Biles’ competitions.
Peacock
– Peacock streams NBC’s Olympic coverage and offers multi-view and exclusive Olympic feeds.
– Typical subscription price (subject to change): about $8/month (annual plans available). Peacock also has free tiers with limited content, but live Olympic coverage generally requires a paid plan.
Sling TV
– Sling TV carries local NBC in many markets on the Sling Blue plan and includes E! and USA Network.
– Promotional pricing has been available (first-month discounts). Sling offers add-ons like Sports Extra and the ability to add other streaming services.
Fubo
– Fubo is a sports-focused streaming service that includes NBC, CBS and other networks in many packages.
– It often offers a free trial and has plans that include hundreds of channels and large cloud DVR storage.
Hulu + Live TV
– Hulu + Live TV bundles live network channels (including NBC in many markets) and includes Disney+ and ESPN+ in the package.
– It includes unlimited DVR storage and broad sports coverage.
Digital HDTV antenna (over-the-air)
– If you live near broadcast towers, an indoor/outdoor digital antenna can pick up local NBC and other over-the-air networks for free — no monthly fees.
– Antennas vary by range and location; some models like the Mohu Leaf Supreme Pro are commonly recommended for a wide range reception.
Quick service notes
– Peacock: best for dedicated NBC/Peacock Olympic feeds and multi-view features.
– Sling: flexible, often cheaper starter price, good for USA/E! and select local networks.
– Fubo: sports-centric, large channel lineups, good DVR and lookback features.
– Hulu + Live TV: broad channel coverage plus streaming bundles (Disney+, ESPN+).
– Antenna: free over-the-air option if you can receive local signals reliably.
Simone Biles’ event schedule (all times Eastern)
– Women’s Qualification: Sunday, July 28 — 5:40–7:20 a.m.
– Women’s Team Final: Tuesday, July 30 — 12:15–2:30 p.m.
– Women’s All-Around Final: Thursday, August 1 — 12:15–2:25 p.m.
– Event Finals Day 1 (Vault): Saturday, August 3 — 10:20–11:10 a.m.
– Event Finals Day 2 (Uneven Bars): Sunday, August 4 — 9:45–10:35 a.m.
– Event Finals Day 3 (Balance Beam & Floor Exercise): Monday, August 5 — 6:35–7:30 a.m. and 8:20–9:15 a.m.
Note: NBC and Peacock will air Biles’ events; check local listings and the Peacock app for specific live streams, replays and multi-view options.
Medals and recent history
– Olympic medals: Simone Biles has won eight Olympic medals (five gold, one silver, two bronze), and she is among the most decorated gymnasts in history. Combining Olympic and World Championship results, she has amassed dozens more medals.
– Tokyo 2020: At the Tokyo Games Biles withdrew from the team final and individual all-around for mental health reasons; she still earned a team silver and a bronze on balance beam.
Tips for watching live
– Confirm time zone listings (all times above are Eastern).
– If you want uninterrupted coverage, Peacock’s multi-view and NBC’s live broadcasts are best for watching several events and replays.
– For cord-cutters, try free trials (where available) or use a digital antenna to get local NBC broadcasts without a subscription.
This guide gives the schedule and the main ways to stream or watch Simone Biles’ events at Paris 2024. Check your local listings and streaming apps for the latest channel lineups, blackout rules, and any schedule adjustments.