News Home

Channel 4 to broadcast 2024 Wheelchair Rugby Quad Nations


We are delighted to announce that Channel 4 will be broadcasting the 2024 Wheelchair Rugby Quad Nations, which is taking place from 16-18 April at Sport Wales in Cardiff. 


Every match will be available to watch online entirely unrestricted, meaning this one-of-a-kind sporting event can be enjoyed globally. It’ll also be available on Channel 4’s streaming service on mobile or tablets in the UK and Republic of Ireland. 


Famous for big hits and high-speed collisions, wheelchair rugby makes its much-anticipated return to Cardiff as four powerhouse nations, Great Britain, France, Japan, and the USA, go head-to-head in a thrilling showdown.


The championships are a crucial prelude to the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, adding an extra layer of anticipation and excitement for audiences. Viewers can expect thrills, spills, and heart-pumping action as this adrenaline-fueled sporting experience.

Channel 4 will be broadcasting live coverage of this summer’s 2024 Paris Paralympic Games which open on 28 August. Channel 4 has broadcast the Paralympic Games since 2012 and has grown a huge following for its Paralympic sports coverage, which included Great Britain’s historic wheelchair rugby gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Games.  


Event Director Chris Walker expressed his excitement at the announcement: 

“The 2024 Wheelchair Rugby Quad Nations aims to spotlight this incredible sport for new and existing audiences, and we're thrilled to collaborate with Channel 4 to broadcast every match live. Channel 4's dedication to Paralympic sport coverage has significantly raised the sports profile, fostering a loyal and enthusiastic audience primed to be captivated by our thrilling, captivating sport.”


Channel 4 Commissioning Editor for Sport Joe Blake-Turner, added:

"We're thrilled to be covering the 2024 Quad Nations event. Over a million viewers tuned in to Channel 4 to witness Great Britain clinch gold in Tokyo 2020 so we know it’s a hugely popular and brilliant sport to watch. This broadcast offers another exceptional opportunity to elevate the sport's profile, especially with the upcoming Paralympic Games in Paris, where Great Britain will be aiming to defend their crown.”

  • Channel 4 Streaming (available only in UK and Republic of Ireland) – via the Channel 4 app on your mobile or tablet
  • Channel 4 Sport YouTube (available throughout the world) here.


Tickets are still up for grabs, starting at £3 for children and £6 for adults - secure your seats now to experience the thrill of Quad Nations 2024.