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Whisper retains Channel 4 F1 deal until 2026
Channel 4’s free-to-air contract with Formula 1 has been extended for another three years, alongside their parallel work with Sky. Whisper will continue as the production team for Channel 4’s F1 coverage, after facing strong competition in the tender process. The British GP, practice sessions, and qualifying sessions will still be shown on Channel 4, with the coverage led by Whisper co-founder David Coulthard and Steve Jones. The upcoming season will see a relaunch of the C4F1 program with new features and talent. Whisper is also focusing on sustainability, aiming for a 50% reduction in its F1 carbon footprint compared to 2022.