What time is the World Athletics Championships 2017 opening ceremony, what TV channel is on, and when do the events start?

The London Games get underway in thrilling fashion tonight

ALL eyes will be on the Olympic Stadium in London tonight when the World Athletics Championships get underway.

But first up before the action begins will be the opening ceremony.

When is the World Athletics Championships opening ceremony?

The opening ceremony at the Olympic Stadium will begin from 6pm.

Then the main action begins one hour later.

BBC Two will broadcast the opening ceremony.

Gabby Logan will present the show from London.

Usain Bolt, who will have the last ever race of his illustrious career at the Games, will begin his quest for victory in his final individual race.

Bolt will run in the 100m first round heat at 8.20pm.

Brit running legend Mo Farah - as he also winds down his career - races in the 10,000m at 9.20pm.

7pm - Men's 100m preliminary

7.20pm - Men's discus qualifying

7.30pm - Men's long jump qualifying

7.35pm - Women's 1500m qualifying

7.45pm - Women's pole vault qualifying

8.20pm - Men's 100m first round

8.45pm - Men's discus qualifying

9.20pm - Men's 10,000m final