demanding and spectacular BMX Supercross tracks ever build. The World Cup is the main qualification events for the 2012 London Olympic Games. Fans will get a preview of the official 2012 Olympic track from London on August 21on NBC. This event will serve as the only opportunity for BMX athletes to compete on the Olympic track before the London Games.
“I’m excited about this agreement with Universal Sports and NBC, enabling us to bring BMX and the UCI BMX Supercross World Cup to wider TV audience in United States,” says Johan Lindstrom, CEO of Global SX Events managing the UCI BMX Supercross World Cup. “Many Americans grew up riding a BMX bike and this will certainly be something they will enjoy watching on TV.”
“BMX Supercross is thrilling and exciting programming for Universal Sports,” said Perkins Miller, COO of Universal Sports. “The remaining races on the schedule will feature all of the top BMX athletes as they race towards the 2012 Olympic Games.”
Television Broadcast Schedule:
London, England August 21 3:30 PM ET NBC
Chula Vista, California October 1 7:00 PM ET Universal Sports