AMC Networks International Czech & Slovak Sports Channels Re-Up for F1

BUDAPEST: AMC Networks International – Central Europe has inked a three-year contract extension with Pragosport to broadcast Formula 1 exclusively in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

The deal runs through 2020. The agreement secures for the sports channels Sport1 and Sport2 exclusive live coverage of all races and qualifying sessions of Formula 1, plus the broadcast of the support races Formula 2TM and GP3.

Levente B. Málnay, the senior VP of AMC Networks International, Central and Northern Europe, commented: “This is a great deal that takes our sports channels’ partnership with Formula 1 to the next level. Since 2015, we have demonstrated our commitment to Formula 1, offering fans dedicated commentators and excellent broadcasting which has become a great success in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. We are proud to say that Sport1 and Sport2 in these territories will continue to be identified with such a valuable brand as Formula 1.”

Mike Moriarty, the president of AMC Networks International CE and UK, added: “We continue to work to make our sports channels one of the strongest thematic channels in the region, with the highest quality content. When such a valuable sports rights deal as Formula 1 is inked, we can provide the viewers of our Sport1 and Sport2 channels the greatest possible experience. We continue to work with the best commentators and experts for our Formula 1 race broadcasts.”