The UK and US are weighing further regulatory intervention to protect the availability of major live sporting events on free-to-air (FTA) television, amid growing concerns over migration to subscription streaming platforms. In the UK, the government is preparing to update and potentially expand its so-called “crown jewels†list — the group of nationally significant sporting…
Formula 1 has renewed its broadcast partnership with BeIN Sports across the Asia-Pacific region through the 2030 season, reinforcing the championship’s long-term international media growth strategy. The multi-year extension ensures BeIN Asia Pacific will continue airing every Formula 1 race live across 10 territories: Brunei, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand,…
The German Football League (DFL) has solidified its presence in the Asian market by signing a fresh Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Media Group (CMG). The agreement, signed on February 26, 2026, secures domestic broadcast rights for the Bundesliga in China through the end of the 2027/28 season, marking a significant milestone in a…
In a landmark move for women’s football, CBS Sports and Concacaf have officially extended their partnership through the 2029–2030 season. Under the new agreement, CBS Sports becomes the exclusive English-language broadcast home in the United States for all Concacaf women’s competitions, ensuring long-term visibility for the sport’s rapid growth in the region. The deal encompasses…
Now TV, the pay-TV arm of telecommunications giant PCCW, has officially secured the exclusive broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Hong Kong. The broadcaster will provide comprehensive coverage of all 104 matches from the expanded 48-team tournament, which is set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The agreement…
In a landmark shift for the franchise’s commercial strategy, the Atlanta Braves have officially unveiled BravesVision, a dedicated multimedia platform that will serve as the exclusive local home for the team starting with the 2026 season. The move grants the organization “full oversight” of its media product, effectively decoupling the team from the crumbling traditional…
In a bid to turn one of Europe’s most volatile and passionate fan bases into a global digital community, Olympique de Marseille owner Frank McCourt has greenlit a strategic partnership with the platform SAYTV. Starting with the 2026/27 season, the club will overhaul its communication model, focusing on “total immersion” to bridge the gap between…
As the Olympic flame is extinguished in Milan-Cortina, the financial post-mortem for French broadcasting has revealed a resilient and highly concentrated advertising market. According to a new study by Kantar Media, France Télévisions generated €28.3 million in gross advertising revenue during the 18-day Winter Games, a significant jump from the estimated €10 million generated during…
Despite Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing team securing its second consecutive victory with Tyler Reddick at the Atlanta Motor Speedway, NASCAR’s television ratings remain stagnant. Sunday’s Cup Series race on FOX averaged a 2.4 rating and 4.49 million viewers, a 2% decline in viewership compared to the previous year. The lack of a “Jordan effect” comes…
The United States men’s ice hockey team didn’t just make history on the ice in Cortina—they shattered records on the screen. NBC Sports announced Tuesday that the Americans’ 2–1 overtime victory over Canada averaged 20.7 million viewers, marking the most-watched sporting event in U.S. history to begin before 9 a.m. ET. The gold medal game,…
