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Apple to become exclusive F1 TV provider
Formula 1 has announced a major deal with Apple granting them exclusive broadcast rights in the United States. Apple will be F1’s exclusive broadcast partner from 2026 in a five-year deal replacing ESPN. All F1 content will be available on Apple TV, as well as on other Apple channels like Apple News and Apple Sports. Apple TV will show all practice, qualifying, sprint sessions, and races, with select races and practice sessions free on the Apple TV app. F1 and Apple’s new partnership aims to grow the sport in the US with engaging content and innovative distribution. The deal builds on their successful collaboration on F1 The Movie and aims to capture a younger and more diverse fanbase, as revealed by the 2025 Global F1 Fan Survey.
