Sky Sports Extends F1 Broadcast Deal Through 2034 in UK, Ireland, and Italy

Sky Sports has extended its exclusive Formula 1 broadcast rights in the UK and Ireland through the 2034 season, with its Italian arm securing rights until 2032. The renewal follows a record-breaking 2025 campaign and signals the continued strength of a partnership that has helped drive the sport's audience growth across Europe.

Why it matters:

This deal cements Sky Sports as the primary global distributor of F1 coverage, whose feed is used by broadcasters worldwide, including Australia's Fox Sports and Kayo. The extension ensures continuity in production quality and storytelling that has become a benchmark for motorsport broadcasting.

The details:

• UK & Ireland: Exclusive live rights through end of 2034 for all sessions (practice, qualifying, sprint, race), plus F2, F3, F1 Academy, and Porsche Supercup.
• Italy: Rights through 2032, with free-to-air elements for selected events like the Italian Grand Prix on TV8.
• Free-to-air: British Grand Prix remains live on free TV in UK; race highlights also available.
• Record Viewership: 2025 season delivered 162 million viewer hours in UK/Ireland, a 14% rise over the past three seasons. In Italy, the 2026 season start saw a 25% viewership increase, boosted by Ferrari's competitiveness and Kimi Antonelli's maiden win attracting 2.5 million viewers.
• Australian Impact: The deal reinforces Sky's feed provision to Fox Sports and Kayo, which rely on Sky's extended post-race programming like 'Chequered Flag' and 'Ted's Notebook'.

What's next:

F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali praised Sky's "world-leading approach to live broadcasting." With the long-term deal secured, the focus shifts to the 2026 season and beyond, as new technical regulations and emerging talent like Antonelli continue to attract audiences.