LA28 Olympics Releases Complete Competition Schedule
Los Angeles has unveiled the complete competition schedule for the 2028 Summer Olympics, marking the first time since 1996 that the event will occur in the United States. This year’s Games will feature a record-breaking 351 medal events, with competitions beginning two days before the Opening Ceremony.
Key Dates and Events
- Start Date: July 12, 2028 – Preliminary competitions commence.
- Opening Ceremony: July 14, 2028, at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT).
- First Medal Events: Women’s triathlon on July 15 along Venice Beach.
Preliminary Competitions
Action kicks off on July 12 with preliminary rounds in sports such as:
- Basketball
- Cricket
- Field Hockey
- Handball
- Rugby Sevens
- Soccer
- Water Polo
Track and Field Highlights
The first medals in track and field will be awarded on July 15. This session includes:
- Women’s shot put finals
- Men’s 10,000m finals
- Women’s 100m finals
All rounds of the women’s 100m will take place on this day, presenting unique challenges for elite sprinters.
In a change from tradition, track and field events will shift to the first week, while swimming will occupy the second week. This switch supports SoFi Stadium’s transition to hosting Olympic swimming, starting from July 22.
Swimming Schedule
Finals in notable swimming events, such as the women’s 200m butterfly and 800m freestyle, will create tight schedules for competitors like Summer McIntosh of Canada. The final swimming medal events will be held on July 30, just prior to the Closing Ceremony.
Gymnastics and New Sports
Team and all-around finals in gymnastics will take place during the first week of the Games, while the new mixed team event is scheduled for July 25. Additionally, flag football will debut in the first week, from July 15 to 22, coinciding with the NFL preseason. Baseball will return, concluding from July 13 to 19 at Dodger Stadium, which previously hosted the sport as a demonstration at the 1984 Olympics.
Conclusion
The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics promises to be a historic event, being the first Olympics in the U.S. since the Salt Lake City Winter Games in 2002. As preparations continue, this event is set to capture global attention with its diverse sports offerings and record number of competitions.
