Sky Sports Extends Exclusive F1 Coverage in UK and Ireland Until 2034
Sky Sports has solidified its position as the exclusive broadcaster of Formula 1 in the UK and Ireland, extending its partnership with F1 for an additional five years, which will last until 2034. This multi-year agreement ensures that all races, qualifications, and practice sessions will be available live on Sky Sports F1, with the added option for viewers to stream via NOW. Highlights from Grand Prix events and select home races will still be accessible through free-to-air broadcasts.
Comprehensive Race Coverage and Future Promotions
The renewed deal also encompasses live airings of F2, F3, the F1 Academy, and Porsche Supercup. This announcement follows a thrilling season where Britain’s Lando Norris clinched the 2025 Drivers’ Championship with McLaren, contributing to the record viewership for F1 on Sky Sports.
Expansion of F1 Broadcasts in Italy
In a related move, Sky has renewed its contract with Sky Italia for an additional five years, securing F1 coverage in Italy until 2032. Currently, the racing scene is heating up as 19-year-old Italian talent Kimi Antonelli has already secured three consecutive race wins, positioning him at the forefront of the 2026 Drivers’ Championship.
F1 President Commends Sky’s Dedication
F1 President Stefano Domenicali praised Sky for its longstanding commitment and unwavering support. He highlighted the broadcaster’s exceptional capabilities in live broadcasting, compelling content production, and insightful behind-the-scenes analysis as key factors that have driven the sport’s growth in both the UK and Italy. Domenicali expressed enthusiasm about continuing this fruitful partnership into the next decade.
Impressive Viewer Growth and Engagement
Since F1’s move to Sky in 2019, the sport has seen remarkable growth in viewership. Overall viewership has surged by 90%, while viewers under 35 have increased by 120%. Female viewership has also more than doubled. Over just the past three seasons from 2023 to 2025, the audience grew by 14%, culminating in an impressive record of 162 million viewers in the 2025 season.
Sky Group’s Commitment to F1 and Future Innovations
Sky Group CEO Dana Strong reflected on the company’s impactful role in evolving the sport via innovative storytelling and its considerable investments. The latest deal guarantees that Sky will remain the home of F1 for years, coinciding with an exciting era marked by new British talent and rising stars. Strong expressed gratitude to Domenicali and the F1 team and looked forward to enhancing this collaborative relationship.
Enhanced Viewing Experience and Cutting-Edge Technology
Sky’s F1 broadcasts will continue to benefit from collaboration with international partners, ensuring coverage reaches fans across more than 100 global markets. Viewers will appreciate in-depth analysis from Sky’s expert panel, featuring former world champions, alongside vibrant commentary and fan-favorite segments, like Martin Brundle’s grid walks and Bernie Collins’ pit wall insights. The introduction of advanced features such as the Ghost Car will further enrich the viewing experience, enabling audiences to follow critical battles on the track with unprecedented detail.
Comprehensive Sports Portfolio and Upcoming Races
This partnership solidifies Sky’s status as a leading broadcaster of premium sports in the UK and Ireland, encompassing a wide array of sporting rights through the end of the decade. Sky’s extensive portfolio includes 1,500 matches from the Premier League, Women’s Super League, and EFL, as well as year-round coverage of major tennis and darts events, international cricket, NFL games, and more. The F1 season continues with the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, scheduled from May 22 to May 24, where fans can catch the live action on Sky Sports F1.
