BT Sport picks up UK rights for esports racing tournament, V10 R-League

The broadcaster joins ESPN and Starzplay in broadcasting the new esports series around the world. BT Sport, ESPN and Starzplay Arabia have all picked up rights to air season 1 of Global Racing Series virtual racing competition, the V10 R-League. It makes the tournament one of the most widely syndicated sports competitions, with broadcast coverage […]

Former ESPN CEO joins board of interactive streamer Maestro

The company adds Steve Bornstein to its advisory board during a period of growth. Live interactive streaming platform Maestro has added Steve Bornstein, the former CEO of ESPN and former CEO of NFL Network to its advisory board. He will help guide Maestro as it aims to grow from its heartland of esports to traditional […]

Report: ESPN and Fox to show Fury v Wilder 3 in October

Tyson Fury defeated Deontay Wilder last year, in their second fight Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder are set to fight for a third time later this year, with ESPN and Fox collaborating on the pay-per-view, according to reports. The Athletic has revealed that the pair are to face each other on 3 October this year. […]

ESPN turns to news and studio shows during postponements

Archival content and special events could also help in the medium term ESPN has revealed its plan to continue programming during the sports postponements caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The broadcaster has lost access to many live sport events that would usually fill it schedule over the next month and beyond. However, executive vice president, […]

PGA Tour agrees improved media rights deal with US broadcasters

There is also a deal for the LPGA The PGA Tour has agreed a nine-year media rights deal with CBS Sport, NBC Sport, and ESPN. The new agreement sees CBS and NBC keep coverage of the tour, with ESPN acquiring the digital rights for its ESPN+ service. Variety reports that the deal is an increase […]