Fans can see a nationally televised broadcast of "The Grapple in the Big Apple" from historic Times Square on NBC Sports Network on Thursday, June 21 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
The two-hour show will feature highlights of the Beat the Streets Gala competition including the ASICS USA vs. Russia freestyle dual meet, the U.S. Olympic Team Wrestle-off for the 60 kg/132 lbs. position on the U.S. Olympic Team in men’s freestyle wrestling, along with an exhibition match.
Calling the action will be the NBC crew of play-by-play announcer Jason Knapp, with color commentary from Olympic champion Jeff Blatnick and sideline reporting from Andrew Catalon.
The competition was held on Thursday, June 7, and was a spectacular day of action enjoyed by thousands of people in "The Crossroads of the World."
Fans can see the drama of the battle between Coleman Scott, Shawn Bunch and Reese Humphrey for the final spot on the U.S. Olympic Freestyle Team in the 60 kg Wrestle-off.
Also headlining the USA vs. Russia match in Times Square were four U.S. freestyle Olympians: 2011 World champion Jordan Burroughs at 74 kg/163 lbs., 2009 World bronze medalist Tervel Dlagnev at 120 kg/264.5 lbs., Sam Hazewinkel at 55 kg/121 lbs. and Jared Frayer at 66 kg/145.5 lbs.
The tough young Russian team in Times Square featured two past Junior World champions, Andrey Valiev at 84 kg/185 lbs. and Shamil Akhmedov at 96 kg/211.5 lbs.
Wrestling fans will not want to miss this outstanding broadcast of championship Olympic wrestling, held only weeks prior to the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London, England.
Additional airings for this show are expected on NBC Sports Network, so watch for updates.
Check your local listings for the channel and time in your area.
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