Sky Sports has secured a major contract extension to remain the primary broadcaster of Formula 1 in the United Kingdom through 2034, cementing its position as the home of F1 coverage for British viewers for nearly another decade.
The new agreement, valued at approximately £200 million per season, extends Sky’s existing rights package which was previously set to expire in 2029. The deal represents one of the largest broadcasting contracts in F1 history and ensures continuity for viewers who have followed the sport on Sky since the broadcaster first acquired exclusive live rights.
Sky Italia Also Extends Through 2032
The broadcasting group has also locked in its Italian operations for the long term. Sky Italia has agreed to a five-year extension that will keep F1 on the platform until 2032, ensuring coverage continuity in one of the sport’s most passionate markets and Ferrari’s home country.
The Italian extension comes as F1 continues to grow its audience across Europe, with Italy representing a crucial market given Ferrari’s historic presence in the championship and the country’s deep motorsport culture.
Deal Secures Position Against Streaming Competition
The agreement arrives as traditional broadcasters face increasing competition from major streaming platforms looking to acquire premium sports content. By locking in rights through the early 2030s, Sky has secured its F1 coverage well into the next regulatory cycle, which begins in 2026 with new technical regulations and continues through at least 2030.
F1 has seen significant broadcast interest globally as the sport’s popularity has surged in recent years, driven by competitive racing, the Netflix ‘Drive to Survive’ series, and expansion into new markets including the United States with multiple race weekends.
For British fans, Sky’s continued commitment means stability in how they access live race coverage, qualifying sessions, and practice running. The broadcaster has invested heavily in its F1 presentation over the past decade, building a dedicated production team and commentary lineup that has become synonymous with the sport in the UK.
The next race on the F1 calendar is the Monaco Grand Prix on May 25, 2026, where Sky will continue its comprehensive coverage of the championship’s most iconic street circuit event.