TEN extends MotoGP deal

TEN has extended its deal broadcast motorcycle racing FIM World Championship, MotoGP, in 2017 and 2018.

The deal with Dorna Sports will see all MotoGP races Live on ONE for the next two years, including the Australian round of the MotoGP World Championship at Phillip Island.

In addition, ONE will again feature a pre-race and post-race MotoGP show, hosted by Mark Howard and Daryl Beattie. Every race, including the pre-race and post-race shows, will continue to be Live streamed.

Network TEN Sport Manager, Adam Cush, said: “We are delighted to extend our broadcast deal with Dorna Sports to ensure that Australian motorsport fans can watch all MotoGP races live and free. This deal further demonstrates Network Ten’s commitment to premium motorsport.

“Network TEN has a long history of broadcasting MotoGP and we are pleased that their expert commentary and presenter team will continue to bring this high-profile World Championship to all the Australian fans.”

Manel Arroyo, Dorna Sports Managing Director, Media & TV Area said: “We’re thrilled that Network TEN are on-board with MotoGP once again.

“It is fantastic news for Australian fans of motorcycle racing to see such incredible coverage of the Championship for two more seasons. With a new Australian race winner on the MotoGP grid and the future of MotoGP at Phillip Island confirmed, these renewals are the perfect final piece in the puzzle as passion for motorcycle racing continues to reach new heights in Australia.”