The 2025 World Aquatics Championships are officially underway in Singapore, bringing together nearly 2,500 elite athletes from around the globe to compete in six exhilarating water sports disciplines: swimming, diving, high diving, open water swimming, artistic swimming, and water polo. Running from Friday, July 11 through Sunday, August 3, the 22nd edition of this prestigious event features nearly 80 medals up for grabs.
If you’re a fan of world-class aquatic competition, here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the World Aquatics Championships 2025, whether or not you have cable.
Where to Watch Without Cable
The event is broadcast on NBC Sports, making it accessible via a variety of streaming platforms. Here are the best options:
Peacock
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Monthly cost: Starting at $7.99/month
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What you get: Full access to live coverage of the World Aquatics Championships, plus Peacock originals, movies like Jurassic World Dominion and Wicked, and live NBC Sports events.
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Best for: Viewers seeking affordable access to the entire event and more.
DirecTV Stream
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Free trial: 5 days
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Intro price: $59.99 for the first month (then $89.99/month)
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Channels included: Over 125 channels, including NBC, ESPN, AMC, and more.
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Best for: Those wanting a premium live TV experience with a trial to catch the action.
Fubo
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Free trial: 7 days
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Price: $64.99 for the first month (then $84.99/month)
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Channels: Access to over 230+ channels, including NBC, sports, and news.
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Best for: Sports fans looking for a robust channel lineup.
Hulu + Live TV
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Free trial: 3 days
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Price: Starts at $82.99/month
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Includes: Over 90 channels, plus Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu’s on-demand library.
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Best for: Households wanting streaming bundles with live TV.
Sling Blue
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Promotion: 50% off the first month
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Channels: Includes NBC Sports, NFL Network, National Geographic, and more.
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Best for: Budget-conscious streamers.
How to Watch With Cable
Already have NBC Sports through your cable provider? You can watch the championships:
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Live on TV
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Online at NBCSports.com
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Via the NBC Sports app using your cable login
Compatible with major providers like Xfinity, Verizon, DirecTV, and others.
World Aquatics Championships 2025 Schedule
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Start Date: Friday, July 11, 2025 at 9:10 a.m. PT / 12:10 p.m. ET
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End Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
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Location: Singapore Sports Hub and World Aquatics Championships Arena
Events will be held daily across a 24-day schedule, with competitions in all six aquatic sports disciplines.
Whether you’re watching for the thrilling swim relays, the precision of diving, or the grit of water polo, the World Aquatics Championships 2025 promises a spectacular showcase of global athleticism.
