Sky Sports will remain Formula 1’s exclusive broadcast partner in the UK and Ireland after a new five-year extension was confirmed, carrying the deal through to 2034. The renewal was announced on May 6 in a joint statement from F1 and Sky.
Sky launched its dedicated Sky Sports F1 channel in 2012 and has been the home of F1 coverage across the UK and Ireland since. In addition to Sky Sports subscriptions, every Grand Prix is also available on NowTV, with live coverage extending to Formula 2, Formula 3, F1 Academy and the Porsche Supercup.
Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali said: "Sky has always been a dedicated, trusted and passionate partner since we began our relationship many years ago. Their world-leading approach to live broadcasting, content creation, behind the scenes analysis led by a truly amazing group of on-screen talent has made the difference in continuing to grow our sport in the UK, Ireland and Italy and I am delighted we will be taking our partnership into the next decade."
In addition, Dana Strong, group chief executive Sky, said: "We're proud of the role we've played in supporting the sport's growth through world-class storytelling, innovation and long-term investment. This new agreement secures Sky as the home of Formula 1 for years to come, as the sport enters an exciting era with more British talent on the grid and rising stars like Kimi Antonelli. I want to thank Stefano and the F1 team for our continued partnership, which we're excited to build on in the years ahead."
Sky has also extended its rights in Italy by a further five years, with that agreement now running until 2032.
The announcement followed Sky’s broadcast of a chaotic Miami Grand Prix last weekend, marked by high-profile crashes, poor weather in the build-up and another memorable Martin Brundle grid walk. Kimi Antonelli claimed victory, while the race also featured Pierre Gasly being flipped over and Max Verstappen spinning out at Turn 2 on the opening lap.
Next up is the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal from May 22 to 24, which will be shown live on Sky Sports F1 and NowTV in the UK and Ireland.
Source: mirror.co.uk