Formula 1® has today announced that IMG has secured the in-ship and inflight rights to broadcast Formula 1 on its Sport 24 and Sport 24 Extra channels for the next three seasons.

The deal which runs through to 2025 marks IMG’s return to Formula 1. Sport 24 and Sport 24 Extra will broadcast over 150 hours of live coverage plus highlights from all race weekends to travelling fans. Starting with the FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX on 5^th March, 2023 will feature a 23-race schedule, across five continents, including the inaugural FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX.

Sport 24 and Sport 24 Extra is currently available onboard a number of aircraft carriers and cruise liners around the world including Etihad Airways, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, MSC Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, and Silversea.

Michaella Snoeck, Head of Media Rights at Formula 1:

“As Formula 1 continues to grow around the world, we are excited that we can now broadcast Formula 1 live in-ship and inflight to travelling fans. The last few seasons have shown that the drama and excitement of Formula 1 is not to be missed. Now, together with Sport 24, fans will be able to enjoy the spectacle of F1 wherever they are.”

Richard Wise, SVP, Content and Channels at IMG Media, said:

“We are delighted to bring Formula 1® back to Sport 24. This exciting deal means passengers no longer have to miss out on all the exciting Formula 1® action when they travel. Formula 1® is a truly global event attracting a worldwide fanbase, and we’re thrilled to offer our airline and cruise ship partners the very best of motorsport alongside a diverse portfolio of some of the biggest global live sports rights.”