Formula E announces global streaming deal with Disney+ and ESPN

LONDON, Aug 11 : The all-electric Formula E series announced on Tuesday a multi-year global streaming deal across 144 countries with Disney+ and ESPN from the start of the 2026-27 season in December.Formula E Chief Executive Jeff Dodds hailed a "landmark moment" for the Liberty Global-owned championship.The deal will complement Formula E's existing portfolio of free-to-air and linear broadcast partners, preserving broad accessibility.Disney+ subscribers worldwide will get live coverage of every session at race weekends as well as behind-the-scenes programming and race replays on demand. "Disney's unrivalled global reach and storytelling will introduce Formula E to millions of new fans," Dodds said in a statement. No financial details were given.Formula E is entering a new GEN4 era next sea