Canal+ Lands Formula 1 Rights for France

PARIS: The Canal+ Group has scored the exclusive rights across all media in France for the Formula 1 motor racing world championships.

The deal includes all the race action, starting with the March 17 competition in Melbourne, Australia, as well as practices, qualifying stages and accompanying magazine programs. The rights were previously held in France by TF1 and Eurosport France.

The Canal+ Group is also home to Ligue 1 football companionship, the Champions League, Premier League and more.