{"id":515766,"date":"2026-03-03T10:23:15","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T10:23:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/515766\/"},"modified":"2026-03-03T10:23:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T10:23:15","slug":"kayo-sports-and-fox-sports-to-remain-home-of-f1-in-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/515766\/","title":{"rendered":"Kayo Sports and Fox Sports to remain home of F1 in Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAustralian viewers will continue to get F1 coverage through Kayo and Fox Sports. Image: XPB Images<\/p>\n

The new agreement between Formula 1 and the Foxtel Group guarantees Australian viewers continued access to every practice, qualifying session, and race live across its streaming platform and satellite TV service.<\/p>\n

Network 10 will retain free-to-air rights to the Australian Grand Prix.<\/p>\n

Foxtel Group CEO Patrick Delany said the renewal reinforces the company\u2019s long-term investment in the sport.<\/p>\n

\u201cKayo Sports is Australia\u2019s sport leader with the best live sport, and our Formula 1 extension further cements our position as the premier destination for both local and international motorsport,\u201d Delany said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis extension continues our commitment to growing the sport and strengthening Australians\u2019 connection to Formula 1.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re pleased to continue delivering comprehensive Formula 1 coverage to our subscribers, with every race live in 4K, alongside our popular F1 Minis, giving Australians the most complete coverage of the sport.<\/p>\n

\u201cAnd with racing shown ad-break free, fans won\u2019t miss a single moment.\u201d<\/p>\n

The extension arrives after speculation last year that Nine Entertainment, through Stan Sport, was exploring a potential bid for the rights<\/a> once the previous Fox Sports agreement approached expiry.<\/p>\n

Nine chief executive Matt Stanton had previously confirmed interest, saying \u201cyep, definitely\u201d when asked about pursuing the rights, though no formal challenge ultimately materialised.<\/p>\n

Fox confirms new motorsport-focused 360 panel show<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n

The Foxtel Group\u2019s renewed deal builds on recent broadcast enhancements, including expanded live feeds, F1 Minis and the integration of the F1 TV app on Foxtel set-top boxes.<\/p>\n

In 2025, Kayo offered alternative commentary, including the global F1 TV feed.<\/p>\n

Formula 1\u2019s chief media rights and broadcast officer Ian Holmes welcomed the continuation of the partnership, pointing to the reach and presentation delivered in the Australian market.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re delighted to be extending our partnership with the Foxtel Group so that our fans in Australia can continue to enjoy comprehensive coverage of Formula 1 on Kayo Sports and Foxtel,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe quality of the product and immersive experience they provide for fans takes them closer to the action, continuing to keep spectators on the edge of their seat.\u201d<\/p>\n

The announcement comes just days before the 2026 F1 season begins in Melbourne this weekend for the Australian Grand Prix, ensuring continuity for Australian viewers as the sport enters a new regulatory era.<\/p>\n

2026 F1 Australian Grand Prix \u2013 Schedule, how to watch, TV times & more<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n


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