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YouTube TV Loses Formula 1 Broadcasting Rights to Apple in Major Streaming Shift

In a significant blow to YouTube TV, Formula 1 racing will become an Apple TV exclusive beginning with the 2026 season. The exclusive broadcasting rights agreement, reportedly worth approximately $750 million, marks another high-profile content shift in the competitive streaming landscape.

Streaming Services Battle for Premium Sports Content

The competition for exclusive streaming content has intensified with Apple TV securing global broadcasting rights for Formula 1 racing, according to reports from industry sources. The deal represents a significant setback for YouTube TV, which will lose access to the popular motorsport beginning with the 2026 season.

by Desai Priyanka
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Event Venues Implement Aisle Seat Premiums Amid Fan Demand and Industry Pricing Trends

Australian sporting events and concerts are implementing premium pricing for aisle seats, with surcharges reaching $25 at major venues. Industry analysts suggest this reflects growing consumer willingness to pay for convenience despite potential backlash risks.

Premium Aisle Seating Emerges at Major Australian Events

Major Australian sporting venues and entertainment events are implementing premium pricing for aisle seats, with surcharges reaching $25 at high-profile events according to industry reports. The trend, observed at events including the Melbourne Formula One Grand Prix, Australian Open tennis, and MotoGP at Phillip Island, positions end-of-row seats at higher price points than central seating locations.

by Alvarez Jordan