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F1 bigger than ever as Liberty Media announce $3.9 BILLION bonanza
Liberty Media unveiled impressive 2025 financial results, showcasing a significant revenue surge for F1 following the company’s acquisition in 2017.
Transforming the sport with initiatives like the popular Netflix series Drive to Survive has attracted a younger and more diverse fanbase, leading to notable growth in revenue and operating income.
In 2025, F1’s revenue skyrocketed to $3.9 billion, with an operating income of $632 million and Adjusted OIBDA reaching $946 million, reflecting the sport’s increasing popularity and profitability.
Additionally, fan attendance rose to 6.75 million, marking a four per cent increase from the previous year, while live viewership surged by 21 per cent.
With the successful acquisition of MotoGP in 2025, Liberty Media continues to strengthen its position in motorsport, focusing on sustaining F1’s momentum and positioning MotoGP for future growth under the leadership of President & CEO Derek Chang. The contract extension between Red Bull and Oracle further underscores the industry’s thriving partnerships and financial prospects for the future.
