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2012 Olympics TV Schedule: Weightlifting

Abstract: The 2012 London Summer Olympic Games will feature 15 weightlifting events. Many of these competitions will be shown on U.S. television. Check out this article to see when the weightlifting events will air on T.V.

Per its official website, the 2012 London Summer Olympic Games will feature 15 weightlifting contests, eight for men and seven for women. Athletes will compete against other individuals in their respective weight ranges. In each of the Olympic weightlifting events, contestants will try to lift heavy barbells off the floor and over their heads. The winners are the ones who are able to lift the most weight while maintaining the proper technique. Good Olympic weightlifters need to possess both tremendous strength and excellent concentration.

People who tune into the weightlifting contests will get a chance to watch fantastic displays of power and finesse. Viewers can use this guide to determine which of the events will be aired on U.S. television. All times are based on Eastern Daily Time.

Sunday, July 29

12:30 a.m. - Portions of the women's 48 kilogram (105.82 pound) weightlifting contest (NBC)
1:50 p.m. - Portions of the men's 56 kilogram (123.46 pound) weightlifting event (NBCSN)
1:50 p.m. - Portions of the women's 53 kilogram (116.85 pound) weightlifting competition (NBCSN)

Monday, July 30

3:30 p.m. - Portions of the men's 62 kilogram (136.69 pound) weightlifting event (MSNBC)
3:45 p.m. - Portions of the women's 58 kilogram (127.87 pound) weightlifting competition (MSNBC)

Tuesday, July 31

5:30 p.m. - Finals of the men's 69 kilogram (152.12 pound) weightlifting event (MSNBC)
5:30 p.m. - Finals of the women's 63 kilogram (138.89 pound) weightlifting event (MSNBC)

Wednesday, August 1

3:00 p.m. - Finals of the women's 69 kilogram (152.12 pound) weightlifting event (MSNBC)

Friday, August 3

2:00 p.m. - Finals of the women's 75 kilogram (165.35 pound) weightlifting competition (MSNBC)
3:00 p.m. - Finals of the men's 85 kilogram (187.39 pound) weightlifting event (MSNBC)

Saturday, August 4

4:15 p.m. - Finals of the men's 94 kilogram (207.24 pound) weightlifting contest (MSNBC)

Sunday, August 5

3:30 p.m. - Portions of the women's +75 kilogram (165.35 pounds and up) weightlifting event (NBCSN)

Monday, August 6

4:45 p.m. - Finals of the men's 105 kilogram (231.49 pound) weightlifting competition (NBCSN)

-- Anthony Hopper

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