PICK OF THE WEEK: FRIDAY/Athletics Securicor Games Crystal Palace National Sports Centre.

One of the final Grand Prix events before Atlanta comes to London offering members of Britain's Olympic squad the chance to improve recent form and test healing injuries. Linford Christie runs in the 100m and will be looking to close ground on his international rivals. A time below 10.04 seconds will confirm improving form as he aims to peak physically in Atlanta. While Britain's athletes entertain other top competitors from around the globe, the highlight of the evening could well be the men's 400m. Roger Black, reaching the best form of his career, leads a talented British field including Du'aine Ladejo, Iwan Thomas and the American Derek Mills.

How to get there: BR trains from London Victoria run to Crystal Palace station around every 15 minutes. Once at Crystal Palace BR station, the National Sports Centre is a short walk away. Gates open at 4.30pm with the first track event commencing at 6.30pm. Admission: pounds 22, pounds 18, pounds 22. Telephone 0181-788 0131 for further information.