Nine announced it has secured the exclusive, multi-platform broadcast rights for the World Athletics Championships in a four-year deal commencing in 2026. This partnership makes Nine the undisputed home of the world’s most prestigious track and field events for Australian audiences.
Following a sensational World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, which captivated the nation, Nine will be the only place to witness Australia’s best take on the world, live and free on the 9Network.
The deal comes after Australian track and field stars delivered one of the country’s most successful events at the recent 2025 World Athletics Championships. The nation celebrated as Nicola Olyslagers soared to a spectacular gold in the women’s high jump. The team’s success was strengthened by bronze medalists Kurtis Marschall (men’s pole vault), Jessica Hull (women’s 1500m), and Mackenzie Little (women’s javelin throw).
Beyond the medal haul, Australia was fascinated by a new generation of stars. 17-year-old sprinting sensation Gout Gout announced his arrival on the world stage with a stunning semi-final appearance, while athletes like Reece Holder, Torrie Lewis, and Claudia Hollingsworth delivered breakthrough performances that have set the stage for a golden era of Australian athletics.
Brent Williams, Nine’s Director of Sport, said: “We were all captivated by the incredible performances of the Australian team in Tokyo, and we are thrilled to become the exclusive home of the World Athletics Championships. This partnership will see Nine broadcast the next generation of track and field superstars, telling their stories and showcasing their amazing talents. This multi-year deal cements Nine’s commitment to delivering world-class, free-to-air sports coverage for all Australians.”
The exclusive partnership with World Athletics further positions Nine as the home of major international sporting events, complementing its rights to the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The schedule of major events includes:
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2026: World Athletics Indoor Championships – Kujawy Pomorze, Poland
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2027: World Athletics Championships – Beijing, China
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2028: World Athletics Indoor Championships – Host TBC
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2029: World Athletics Championships – Host TBC
The World Athletics Championships will be live and free on the 9Network from 2026.
Nine announced it has secured the exclusive, multi-platform broadcast rights for the World Athletics Championships in a four-year deal commencing in 2026. This partnership makes Nine the undisputed home of the world’s most prestigious track and field events for Australian audiences.
Following a sensational World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, which captivated the nation, Nine will be the only place to witness Australia’s best take on the world, live and free on the 9Network.
The deal comes after Australian track and field stars delivered one of the country’s most successful events at the recent 2025 World Athletics Championships. The nation celebrated as Nicola Olyslagers soared to a spectacular gold in the women’s high jump. The team’s success was strengthened by bronze medalists Kurtis Marschall (men’s pole vault), Jessica Hull (women’s 1500m), and Mackenzie Little (women’s javelin throw).
Beyond the medal haul, Australia was fascinated by a new generation of stars. 17-year-old sprinting sensation Gout Gout announced his arrival on the world stage with a stunning semi-final appearance, while athletes like Reece Holder, Torrie Lewis, and Claudia Hollingsworth delivered breakthrough performances that have set the stage for a golden era of Australian athletics.
Brent Williams, Nine’s Director of Sport, said: “We were all captivated by the incredible performances of the Australian team in Tokyo, and we are thrilled to become the exclusive home of the World Athletics Championships. This partnership will see Nine broadcast the next generation of track and field superstars, telling their stories and showcasing their amazing talents. This multi-year deal cements Nine’s commitment to delivering world-class, free-to-air sports coverage for all Australians.”
The exclusive partnership with World Athletics further positions Nine as the home of major international sporting events, complementing its rights to the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The schedule of major events includes:
-
2026: World Athletics Indoor Championships – Kujawy Pomorze, Poland
-
2027: World Athletics Championships – Beijing, China
-
2028: World Athletics Indoor Championships – Host TBC
-
2029: World Athletics Championships – Host TBC
The World Athletics Championships will be live and free on the 9Network from 2026.
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