The BBC has announced its broadcasting plans for the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympic Games.
Over 200 hours of network TV coverage will be led by a presentation team of Clare Balding, Hazel Irvine and Jonathan Edwards working from 7am to 7pm on BBC Two and BBC Two HD.
Director of BBC Sport Barbara Slater said: "The Sochi Winter Olympics kicks off a huge year of major events for BBC Sport in outstanding style.
"The extensive coverage across TV, radio, digital and online, coupled with our superb presenting line-up, offers audiences the unparalleled coverage of a major sporting event that they expect from us.
"I'm delighted that we are once again able to bring every moment live to audiences, building on the success of our coverage of the Summer Games in London."
Balding will also front a daily highlights programme on BBC Two/BBC Two HD from 7-8pm each night, while Matthew Pinsent,...
Over 200 hours of network TV coverage will be led by a presentation team of Clare Balding, Hazel Irvine and Jonathan Edwards working from 7am to 7pm on BBC Two and BBC Two HD.
Director of BBC Sport Barbara Slater said: "The Sochi Winter Olympics kicks off a huge year of major events for BBC Sport in outstanding style.
"The extensive coverage across TV, radio, digital and online, coupled with our superb presenting line-up, offers audiences the unparalleled coverage of a major sporting event that they expect from us.
"I'm delighted that we are once again able to bring every moment live to audiences, building on the success of our coverage of the Summer Games in London."
Balding will also front a daily highlights programme on BBC Two/BBC Two HD from 7-8pm each night, while Matthew Pinsent,...
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