From its very launch, Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track has been clouded by controversy. First, there were questions about its ambitious format—could a sport built on national pride truly thrive in a franchise model? Then came the debate over athlete commitments and whether the biggest stars would even show up. But now, a new storm is brewing, and this one has hit fans!
Michael Johnson, the legendary sprinter-turned-analyst, was the face of Grand Slam Track’s bold new broadcast deal With Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and secured a multi-year agreement to broadcast competition across Europe and Asia with live exclusivity in 40+ territories. But now, it is at the center of a growing backlash. Fans in the UK and Ireland are outraged over TNT Sports’ paywall, which demands £23 per month—or a staggering £276 per year—to watch the inaugural season.
£23 a month = £276 a year.
£276 a year to watch Grand Slam Track in the UK https://t.co/Hu5DDeFDQV
— World Athletics Hub (@wldathleticshub) March 6, 2025
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