Sky NZ Secures Three-Year Formula 1 Rights Extension
- Sky Secures Formula 1 Rights Until 2028, Fueling Kiwi Motorsport Passion
- Auckland, New Zealand - For motorsport enthusiasts across New Zealand, the roar of Formula 1 engines will continue to fill living rooms for years to come.
- The new agreement,set to commence with the 2026 season,guarantees Sky Sport subscribers access to every practise,qualifying,and race session live.
Sky Secures Formula 1 Rights Until 2028, Fueling Kiwi Motorsport Passion
Auckland, New Zealand - For motorsport enthusiasts across New Zealand, the roar of Formula 1 engines will continue to fill living rooms for years to come. Sky, the nation’s leading pay-TV network, has announced a three-year extension to its Formula 1 broadcast rights, securing coverage of the iconic racing series until at least 2028.
The new agreement,set to commence with the 2026 season,guarantees Sky Sport subscribers access to every practise,qualifying,and race session live. Fans can tune in via the Sky Sport platform or stream the action on Sky Sport Now, ensuring they don’t miss a single moment of the high-octane drama.
Adding to the excitement, the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne will continue to be broadcast on Sky’s free-to-air (FTA) channels, making the event accessible to a wider audience. Race highlights from all other F1 races will also be available on FTA, providing a taste of the action for casual viewers.
The renewal comes at a time when Formula 1 is experiencing a surge in popularity in New Zealand. this increased viewership has been attributed to homegrown driver Liam Lawson representing the Racing Bulls team. Lawson’s presence on the grid has ignited a new wave of passion for the sport, inspiring a new generation of Kiwi motorsport fans.