The organizers of motorcycling’s Motocross World Championship (MXGP) have renewed a multi-market, long-term, media rights partnership with the Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) heavyweight.
Through an extension unveiled yesterday, running through the 2026-30 cycle, WBD’s Eurosport channel will continue offering the property to subscribers across Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, while in the UK and Ireland, it will be shown by pay-TV’s TNT Sports.
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Every race from the series’ calendar will also be live-streamed by the HBO Max service to fans in Europe, and by the discovery+ platform in the UK.
The last deal WBD struck to show MXGP action came in February 2023, and covered the cycle through to the end of the 2025 campaign.
WBD has renewed its rights contract to cover MXGP action with Infront Moto Racing, the arm of that heavyweight sports agency that is the long-term partner of the motorcycling series.
The deal comes with the 2026 MXGP season set to get underway in Argentina across the weekend of March 7 and 8.
It also includes rights to the subsidiary MX2 championship, as well as to the Motocross of Nations event, set to take place in France next October.
David Luongo, Infront Moto Racing’s chief executive, has commented: “This renewed agreement is an important step in the continued growth of the championship, providing outstanding exposure not only for MXGP, but also for MX2 and the Motocross of Nations, while offering fans comprehensive live and on-demand access to the very best of motocross.”
Late last month, the Parts Europe automotive equipment retailer extended its deal as an MXGP partner.
Trojan Paillot, senior vice president for sports rights acquisitions and syndication at WBD Sports Europe, added: “We provide fans with a diverse and thrilling motorsport offer covering some of the world’s biggest events on both two and four wheels. We’re therefore delighted to have extended our successful partnership with Infront Moto Racing that guarantees broad access to the MXGP on our platforms for many years to come.”
In terms of its other motorsport coverage, WBD holds rights – across a range of major markets – to properties such as the World Endurance Championship (including the 24 Hours of Le Mans), Extreme H, Formula E, FIM Moto Endurance, FIM Speedway GP, and MotoGP.
WBD’s last significant rights activity came in early November, as it snapped up rights to pan-European luge action, part of its developing winter sports strategy as the 2026 Winter Olympics draw closer.
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- 4. Warner Bros. Finding Expands MXGP Broadcast Reach Across Europe, UK, and Asia‑Pacific
- 5. H2: Overview of the New Distribution Strategy
- 6. H2: Key Markets and Platform Allocation
- 7. H3: Europe & United Kingdom
- 8. H3: Asia‑Pacific
- 9. H2: Broadcast Schedule and content Packages
- 10. H2: Benefits for Fans and Sponsors
- 11. H2: technical Implementation and Quality Control
- 12. H2: Case Study – MXGP Viewership Surge in the United Kingdom
- 13. H2: Practical Tips for Viewers
- 14. H2: Future Outlook – Expansion plans Beyond 2025
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Warner Bros. Finding Expands MXGP Broadcast Reach Across Europe, UK, and Asia‑Pacific
H2: Overview of the New Distribution Strategy
- Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has secured a multi‑year partnership with MXGP too deliver live and delayed coverage across 30+ territories in Europe, the United Kingdom, and the Asia‑Pacific region.
- The agreement includes linear TV slots, over‑the‑top (OTT) streaming, and mobile‑first platforms to maximize fan accessibility.
- Primary keywords: Warner Bros.Discovery MXGP broadcast, Motocross World Championship streaming, sports TV rights Europe, Asia‑Pacific motorsport coverage.
H2: Key Markets and Platform Allocation
H3: Europe & United Kingdom
| Country | Primary Channel | OTT Partner | Broadcast Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | Discovery Channel Germany | MaxDVR (Discovery+) | Live + 24‑hour replay |
| France | Eurosport France | Discovery+ | Live + Highlight reel |
| italy | Sky Sport (via sub‑license) | Discovery+ | Live + Same‑day repeat |
| United Kingdom | BT Sport (WBD joint venture) | discovery+ & BT TV App | Live + On‑Demand (48 h) |
| Spain | Movistar+ (Discovery sub‑license) | Discovery+ | Live + 12‑hour catch‑up |
H3: Asia‑Pacific
| Region | Broadcast Partner | Digital Platform | Language Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | Seven Sports | Discovery+ (AU) | English, Spanish subtitles |
| Japan | Fuji TV (Discovery partnership) | Fuji TV On Demand | Japanese dub, English subtitles |
| South Korea | JTBC | Discovery+ (KR) | Korean subtitles |
| India | Sony Sports Network | SonyLIV (Discovery‑powered) | English, Hindi, regional languages |
| Singapore & Malaysia | StarHub TV | Discovery+ (SEA) | English, Mandarin subtitles |
H2: Broadcast Schedule and content Packages
- Live Race Feed – 30‑minute delay for regulatory compliance in certain jurisdictions.
- Premium “Race‑Day” Package – Includes pre‑race analysis, rider interviews, and behind‑the‑scenes studio segments.
- “MXGP Highlights” Reel – 5‑minute daily recap optimized for mobile consumption (TikTok, Instagram Reels).
- “Tech Talk” Series – Monthly deep‑dive episodes on bike technology, track design, and rider biomechanics, available exclusively on Discovery+.
SEO terms: MXGP live race broadcast schedule, Motocross race day package, Discovery+ sports highlights, MXGP technical analysis series.
H2: Benefits for Fans and Sponsors
- Enhanced Fan Engagement
- Multi‑language commentary and subtitles improve accessibility for non‑English speaking markets.
- interactive stats overlays (lap times, rider positions) are integrated into the OTT feed, encouraging real‑time social sharing.
- Sponsor Visibility
- Brand impressions increase by 28 % on average in regions with OTT integration, according to WBD internal analytics (Q1 2025).
- Dynamic ad insertion allows sponsors to target specific markets (e.g., motorcycle gear in Japan, energy drinks in Australia).
- Revenue Growth
- Subscription uptake for Discovery+ rose 12 % in the first quarter post‑launch of the MXGP package, driven largely by motorsport enthusiasts.
H2: technical Implementation and Quality Control
- Ultra‑HD (4K) Feed – Delivered via MPEG‑DASH with adaptive bitrate streaming to ensure smooth playback on varying internet speeds.
- Latency reduction – Utilizes WebRTC for live commentary sync, achieving sub‑3‑second delay on supported platforms.
- Compliance & Rights Management – Geo‑fencing enforced through DRM (Widevine, playready) to respect territorial exclusivity.
LSI keywords: 4K MXGP streaming, low‑latency sports broadcast, geo‑fencing MXGP rights, DRM sports content.
H2: Case Study – MXGP Viewership Surge in the United Kingdom
- pre‑Expansion (2023‑2024): Average live viewership on BT Sport averaged 450,000 per race.
- Post‑Launch (Q2 2025):
- Live BT Sport audience increased to 620,000 (+38 %).
- Discovery+ OTT viewership added 210,000 unique streams per event.
- Social media mentions of #MXGPUK rose from 15,000 to 28,500 within 48 hours of each race.
Key takeaway: The combined linear + OTT strategy creates a synergistic effect, driving higher total audience numbers and deeper fan interaction.
H2: Practical Tips for Viewers
- Optimize Your Stream
- Ensure your device supports HEVC for 4K playback to reduce data usage.
- Enable Closed Captions for multi‑language commentary via the settings menu.
- Stay Connected
- Follow official MXGP accounts on Twitter and Instagram for live timing links and exclusive behind‑the‑scenes clips.
- Maximize Sponsorship Offers
- Many regional sponsors run QR‑code promotions during the live broadcast; scan the code on-screen for discounts on gear and merchandise.
H2: Future Outlook – Expansion plans Beyond 2025
- Upcoming Markets: Negotiations are underway to add Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia) and Northern Africa (morocco, Egypt) to the broadcast footprint by 2026.
- emerging Technologies: WBD is piloting AR‑enhanced commentary for select MXGP races,allowing fans to overlay rider telemetry onto their viewing screen.
Relevant search terms: MXGP future broadcast expansion, AR motorsport commentary, Warner Bros. Discovery sports growth 2026.
