They manage fine with splits with AFL?
But it seems like NBL wanted main channel while 7 probably wanted 7mate
Let’s take the opening round of Ignite Cup for example. On October 8 there are two matches:
NZ Breakers v Illawarra Hawks (5.30pm AEDT)
Sydney Kings v Melbourne United (7.30pm AEDT)
While Kings v United can be shown on main channel in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide with no issues, having it shown on main channel in Brisbane and Perth will have meant changing normal programming to allow for live coverage. In Brisbane it will have meant cutting the 6pm news to half an hour.
NFL
5 September, Live all markets on 7Mate
09:00 AM AEST Armchair Experts: NFL Edition - Season Premiere
10:00 AM AEST Week 1: Cowboys at Eagles
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NFL
Monday 8 September 7Mate Live all markets AEST
03:00 AM NFL Week 1: Raiders @ Patriots
06:00 AM NFL Week 1: 49ers @ Seahawks
Friday 12 September 7Mate Live all markets AEST
09:00 AM Armchair Experts: NFL Edition
10:00 AM NFL Week 2: Commanders @ Packers
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ESPN also aired the Sydney Marathon on Disney+
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In Aus?
I can see the entire video on D+ for some reason
Kayo & D+ or exclusively on ESPN on Disney+
It was just on D+
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I think eventually 7 should play the marathon on the main channel. It’s a big deal.
One of only 7 world majors.
BBC do a huge broadcast for the London Mara each year. 7 should do the same.
New broadcast deal for Supercars, but if im ready this right, only three races live on FTA.
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Seven fires up new multi-year deal with Supercars
Bathurst 1000 and more, live and free for all Australians
The Seven Network today announced a new deal with Supercars that will see the best rounds of Australia’s #1 motorsport delivered to all Australians live and free on Seven and 7plus Sport.
The deal covers marquee events including the iconic the Repco Bathurst 1000, the opening round, Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 and the bp Adelaide Grand Final, plus highlights of all events.
Seven’s Supercars coverage has reached more than 4.8 million Australians so far this year – up 7% on the same period in 2024 – with the Repco Bathurst 1000 still to come in October. Last year, the Bathurst 1000 reached 3.4 million people, with a national total TV audience of 1.19 million – up 3% on 2023, including a 26% jump on 7plus Sport.
The new Supercars agreement extends Seven’s long and proud association with the sport. Seven broadcast Supercars from 1963 to 1996, again from 2007 to 2014, and now since 2021.
Seven West Media Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Jeff Howard, said: “We’re passionate about motorsport at Seven, and there’s no greater motorsport in Australia than Supercars. For more than 50 years, we have worked closely with Supercars to bring innovative, world-class coverage to all Australians – live and free.
“We are very pleased about the new multi-year agreement, which comes at an exciting time for Supercars, with the first Final series later this year, the prospect of a Perth Stadium race and, of course, the addition of Toyota to the championship. The latter will be a true game changer and will take this great sport to a whole new level.
“On behalf of the entire team at Seven West Media, thank you James Warburton and the Supercars team. We are all looking forward to building on our great relationship,” he said.
Supercars Chief Executive, James Warburton, said: “Seven has played such a significant role in the history of our Championship, telling the stories of our teams, our drivers and our Great Race for generations. Extending that partnership is a fantastic outcome.
“With so much innovation ahead – from our Finals series, new circuits and Toyota joining the grid – the timing of this deal could not be better.
“We’re thrilled to have Seven alongside us as we shape the future of Supercars and reach even more Australians in the years ahead,” he said.
Seven’s Commercial Director, Sport, Renee Quirk, said: “Supercars is synonymous with Seven and a very important part of our overall sport line up. This agreement reinforces our commitment to delivering world-class motorsport entertainment to fans across Australia. Supercars continues to captivate audiences with its thrilling competition and passionate community, and we are proud to announce this new deal and excited about what we are proud to announce this new deal and excited about what’s to come.”
Seven’s Head of Motorsport, Angela Rampal, said: “At such an exciting time for Supercars with Toyota joining the Championship next year, it is fitting Seven can continue being part of the journey. With the Bathurst 1000 fast approaching, this announcement only helps build the excitement and anticipation of broadcasting Australia’s Great Race on October 10 to 12.
“I can’t wait to see what opportunities lie ahead to further promote the category, its teams and its drivers through our world-class coverage, live and free on Seven and 7plus Sport.”
Seven have named four in their press release:
Plus, Speedcafe are reporting that it is not limited to these events, so there is room for more than that. As they mention, traditionally Townsville and Hidden Valley have been shown as well.
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