TV5 to broadcast Rio Olympics opening ceremonies, matches

FIREWORKS are seen during a rehearsal of the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. AFP

FIREWORKS are seen during a rehearsal of the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. AFP

AS THE official broadcaster of Rio 2016, TV5 is set to bring an extensive coverage and updates of the Olympics with the belief that it is more than a gathering of the world’s greatest athletes, but a showcase of sports as part of nation building.

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Catch the full live coverage of the Rio 2016 opening ceremonies on Aug. 6, 7 a.m. and the Olympic Games on digital at www.SPORTS5.ph; mobile via the Smartlife app and on TV5 and Aksyon TV (Hyper SD and HD plus Rio 2016 Channel 96 and Rio 2016 Premium (pay-per-view) Channel 99 sd/199HD. The Rio 2016 coverage is presented by PLDT Home Fibr and Smart: Laban Pilipinas! Puso!

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