A groundbreaking new era in track and field kicks off this week as Kingston, Jamaica plays host to the inaugural Grand Slam Track meet—a competition featuring some of the world’s most decorated athletes, including Olympic and World Championship medalists.
At stake is a lucrative $100,000 (£77,264) prize for each category winner, with a staggering $12.6 million (£9.74m) prize pool allocated across all four meets. The series, designed to inject fresh energy into the sport beyond Olympic years, aims to provide elite athletes with more frequent, high-stakes racing opportunities.
A star-studded lineup is set to compete, featuring American hurdling sensation and world record holder Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, along with 2024 Olympic champions Cole Hocker and Gabby Thomas.
Also in the mix are Olympic silver medallists Kenny Bednarek and Daryll Neita, former 100m world champion Fred Kerley, and Paris 200m bronze medallist Brittany Brown. However, Olympic gold medallist Quincy Hall and rising Nigerian sprint star Favour Ofili were among the late withdrawals.
British fans have plenty to look forward to as well. In addition to Neita, the UK contingent includes national record-holder Dina Asher-Smith, four-time European champion Matthew Hudson-Smith, Olympic bronze medallist Zharnel Hughes, former world 1,500m champion Josh Kerr, and newly crowned indoor silver medallist Neil Gourley.
Here’s everything you need to know about Grand Slam Track Kingston, including TV channel and streaming options for the inaugural meet.
When is Grand Slam Track 2025?
- Date: Friday, April 4 – Sunday, April 6
- Time: 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. BST
The inaugural Grand Slam Track meet in Kingston, Jamaica, will take place from Friday, April 4, to Sunday, April 6. Competition will last from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. BST on Friday and Saturday and 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. BST on Sunday.
How to watch Grand Slam Track
Fans in the UK and Ireland can catch all the action live on TNT Sports, while those looking for flexible viewing options can stream every Grand Slam Track event on the 2025 calendar live or on-demand via discovery+.
Whether tuning in from home or on the go, athletics enthusiasts won’t miss a moment of the excitement.
The global broadcast team will be led by Steve Cram, Carrie Tollefson and Anson Henry, with reporting from Radzi Chinyanganya and Taliyah Brooks.
What is Grand Slam Track?
Conceived by four-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson, Grand Slam Track introduces a unique league-style format, blending top-tier competition with emerging talent. Each event pits contracted Racers—athletes committed to all four meets—against Challengers, who are vying for a permanent spot in the league for 2026.
Athletes compete in specific event categories, each encompassing two disciplines. For example, the Short Sprints category includes the 100m and 200m, while Long Distance features the 3,000m and 5,000m. Competitors earn points based on their performances in both races, and the overall best-placed athlete in each category is crowned the Slam champion.
A total of 96 athletes—48 Racers and 48 Challengers—will participate in each meet, with further stops scheduled in Miami (May 2-4), Philadelphia (May 30 – June 1), and Los Angeles (June 27-29).
Grand Slam Track schedule 2025
All times BST
Friday, April 4
| Time (BST) | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 11:42 p.m. | Women’s 200m | Long Sprints |
| 11:54 p.m. | Men’s 400m | Long Sprints |
| 12:04 a.m.* | Women’s 3000m | Long Distance |
| 12:22 a.m.* | Women’s 800m | Short Distance |
| 12:34 a.m.* | Men’s 400m Hurdles | Long Hurdles |
| 12:46 a.m.* | Women’s 400m Hurdles | Long Hurdles |
| 12:56 a.m.* | Men’s 5000m | Long Distance |
| 01:21 a.m.* | Men’s 100m | Short Sprints |
(*) – the next morning
Saturday, April 5
| Time (BST) | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 11:42 p.m. | Men’s 110m Hurdles | Short Hurdles |
| 11:56 p.m. | Men’s 200m | Long Sprints |
| 12:10 a.m.* | Women’s 1500m | Short Distance |
| 12:25 a.m.* | Women’s 100m Hurdles | Short Hurdles |
| 12:38 a.m.* | Women’s 100m | Short Sprints |
| 12:52 a.m.* | Men’s 1500m | Short Distance |
| 01:07 a.m.* | Men’s 200m | Short Sprints |
| 01:21 a.m.* | Women’s 400m | Long Sprints |
(*) – the next morning
Sunday, April 6
| Time (BST) | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 8:42 p.m. | Women’s 100m Hurdles | Short Hurdles |
| 8:54 p.m. | Men’s 400m | Long Hurdles |
| 9:04 p.m. | Women’s 5000m | Long Distance |
| 9:29 p.m. | Men’s 100m | Short Hurdles |
| 9:39 p.m. | Men’s 800m | Short Distance |
| 9:49 p.m. | Men’s 3000m | Long Distance |
| 10:08 p.m. | Women’s 200m | Short Sprints |
| 10:21 p.m. | Women’s 400m Hurdles | Long Hurdles |
Grand Slam Track schedule 2025
Grand Slam Track Kingston
| Date | Time (BST) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Fri., April 4 | 11 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
| Sat., April 5 | 11 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
| Sun., April 6 | 8 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
Grand Slam Track Miami
| Date | Time (BST) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Fri., May 2 | 10 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
| Sat., May 3 | 10 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
| Sun., May 4 | 8 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
Grand Slam Track Philadelphia
| Date | Time (BST) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Fri., May 30 | 9 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
| Sat., May 31 | 9 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
| Sun., June 1 | 8 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
Grand Slam Track Los Angeles
| Date | Time (BST) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Sat., June 28 | 12 a.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
| Sun., June 29 | 12 a.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
| Sun., June 29 | 8 p.m. | TNT Sports, discovery+ |
