

Making Sense of Apple TV's F1 Broadcast Deal
10 snips Oct 21, 2025
Media writer Bryan Curtis, host of The Press Box, joins to dissect Apple TV's groundbreaking $140 million Formula One rights deal. They explore whether this move could expand F1's U.S. fanbase and evaluate the implications of putting the sport behind a paywall. Curtis critiques traditional promotion methods, considers potential tech innovations in broadcasting, and discusses Apple's strategies to attract younger viewers. The conversation also touches on the risks of exclusive streaming deals as the industry shifts between cable and digital platforms.
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Live Sports Command Premium Value
- Live sports remain the most valuable content because people watch them in real time.
- Competition among streamers and networks has driven rights fees up across leagues.
Media Partner Is Also Your Marketer
- Choosing a media partner equals choosing your advertising channel and fan-builder.
- Apple may pay more but could be less efficient at converting casual sports viewers into fans.
Use Integrated Sports Channels To Grow Fans
- Focus on where casual sports fans already gather, not only on push alerts.
- Use integrated sports networks to efficiently convert general sports viewers into F1 fans.