Introduced by Sue Barker. The athletics action begins in Atlanta, Georgia.

Linford Christie begins the challenge to defend his 100m crown today at 4pm. This is followed by round one of the women's 400m, and then Britain's Steve Smith and Dalton Grant appear in the qualifying event for the men's high jump. Plus, the early rounds of the women's 100m and the men's shot put. The first track medal will be decided today in the men's 20km walk. With commentary by David Coleman, Stuart Storey, Paul Dickenson and Brendan Foster.

The three-day eventing individual competition - which is separated for the first time from the team event - reaches its conclusion with the show jumping. Are British expectations of a medal justified?

In the swimming pool, Britain's Commonwealth champion Adam Ruckwood competes for a coveted place in the 200m backstroke final.

There is also action in the rowing, tennis, cycling and shooting events.
Plus, second-day coverage of the First Test match between England and Pakistan at Lord's.

(Coverage of both the Olympics and the cricket continues on BBC2)