BBC loses sports rights after 18 years
In a dramatic broadcasting shake-up, the BBC has lost rights to a beloved annual sporting event after nearly two decades, with Channel 5 securing the coveted coverage in a major coup.
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Chiefs Respond to NFL Over Mahomes Family Comments
The Kansas City Chiefs have launched a robust defence of quarterback Patrick Mahomes after broadcaster Karen Brewer made controversial remarks about his family life during a Philadelphia Phillies game broadcast.
Premier League's Saturday 3pm TV Blackout Under Threat
The Premier League's historic Saturday 3pm television blackout could be abolished in a major broadcasting shake-up, with a new £11 billion domestic rights deal set to revolutionise how fans watch football.
Mets announcer's political rant against Charlie Kirk sparks debate
New York Mets broadcaster Gary Cohen faces backlash after launching an unexpected political tirade against conservative commentator Charlie Kirk during a live baseball game broadcast from Chicago.
Kate Scott: Net Worth, Sky Sports Career & Private Life
An exclusive deep dive into the life and career of Sky Sports presenter Kate Scott, exploring her impressive net worth, journey in sports broadcasting, and the private world she keeps away from the cameras.
Grace Hayden lands major Sky Sports commentary role for The Hundred
Rising star cricket commentator Grace Hayden secures a pivotal role with Sky Sports, marking a significant milestone in her broadcasting career and bringing fresh talent to the iconic 'The Hundred' coverage.
Snooker's Quiet Crisis: Can It Survive the Digital Age?
Exclusive analysis reveals snooker's battle for relevance. As viewing figures stagnate, insiders ask: can this hushed, traditional sport adapt to attract a new generation without losing its soul?
Tom Brady's shock NFL return as Raiders coach while with Fox
NFL legend Tom Brady makes unprecedented move to Las Vegas Raiders coaching booth while maintaining Fox broadcasting role, rewriting sports media rules.
ESPN's Malika Andrews & Molly Qerim On-Air Tension Analysed
A detailed analysis of the palpable on-air tension between ESPN's Malika Andrews and Molly Qerim on 'First Take', exploring fan reactions and the network's internal dynamics.
TNT Sports Secures UK Rights for Rugby Nations Championship
TNT Sports lands exclusive UK broadcasting rights for rugby union's new Nations Championship starting 2026, securing top-tier international matches through 2030 in landmark deal.
BBC Chief Barred from European Broadcasting Summit
BBC Director General Tim Davie was excluded from a high-level European Broadcasting Union meeting in Slovenia, sparking accusations of political bias and raising questions about the UK's post-Brexit media influence.
Australia backs Israel's Eurovision 2026 amid EU boycott calls
SBS, Australia's national broadcaster, confirms it will broadcast Eurovision 2026 from Israel, resisting a growing EU boycott movement over the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Stephen Smith's Cryptic Post Hints at ESPN Exit Reason
Former ESPN host Stephen Smith has fuelled speculation about his abrupt exit from the network with a cryptic social media post, following his sudden replacement by Molly Qerim on 'First Take'.
Irish broadcaster RTÉ faces backlash over Gaza coverage
Irish state broadcaster RTÉ confronts intense criticism and political pressure over its reporting on the Israel-Gaza conflict, sparking a national debate on media impartiality.
Amazon Secures Exclusive UK Masters Streaming Rights
Amazon Prime Video has landed exclusive UK rights to stream the Masters Tournament's featured group coverage, marking a significant shift in sports broadcasting.
ESPN's First Take in Crisis as Smith & Qerim Contracts Near End
Exclusive: ESPN's flagship debate show 'First Take' faces potential upheaval as stars Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim enter critical contract negotiations, with insiders revealing a tense standoff over future commitments.
UK Fans Ditch Sky for US Sports Streaming
A seismic shift is underway as British fans abandon traditional pay-TV for streaming services to watch the NFL, NBA, and MLB, new data reveals.
ESPN & NBA Finalise Historic $76bn Media Rights Deal
ESPN, the Walt Disney Company, and the NBA are finalising a groundbreaking media rights agreement worth a staggering $76 billion, marking a seismic shift in sports broadcasting. Get the full story on this historic deal.
Prime Video's FIFA-Style Graphics Revolutionise Champions League
Amazon's Prime Video revolutionises football broadcasting with dynamic new FIFA-inspired graphics and augmented reality for their Champions League coverage, setting a new standard for sports presentation.
Molly Qerim Exits ESPN's First Take After Nine Years
ESPN's First Take host Molly Qerim announces her departure from the popular sports debate show after nearly a decade, sparking speculation about her next move and the future of the programme.
Tom Brady Abruptly Quits Las Vegas Raiders Ownership Bid
NFL icon Tom Brady has dramatically withdrawn from his planned minority ownership of the Las Vegas Raiders, citing 'unforeseen complexities' as he pivots focus to his landmark £300 million Fox broadcasting role, leaving the sports world reeling.
CBS apologises after sex toy ad airs during NFL game
American broadcaster CBS has issued a grovelling apology after a sexually explicit advertisement for a pleasure product was accidentally broadcast during its live coverage of the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Jacksonville Jaguars NFL game, leaving viewers stunne
Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal knocked over during live broadcast
Veteran baseball reporter Ken Rosenthal was dramatically knocked over by a careless cameraman during a live Fox Sports broadcast from the field at Yankee Stadium, creating an unexpected and viral MLB moment.
Amazon Prime wins exclusive Champions League UK rights
Amazon Prime Video has landed exclusive rights to broadcast the first-ever all-English Champions League final in a groundbreaking deal starting from the 2024/25 season, marking a seismic shift in UK sports broadcasting.
Alan Sugar slams 'patronising' Sky Sports pundits
Lord Sugar has launched a scathing attack on Sky Sports, accusing their football pundits, particularly Jamie Redknapp, of 'patronising' viewers with simplistic commentary. The Apprentice star demands more respect for the intelligence of the average fan.
Top journalist quits after homophobic slur scandal
Prominent SEN sports broadcaster Andrew Webster has resigned following a failed on-air stunt involving homophobic abuse, sparking industry-wide condemnation and internal review.
Erin Andrews blasts NFL trolls over interview criticism
Fox Sports' renowned sideline reporter Erin Andrews delivers a powerful clapback to online critics targeting her NFL post-game interviews, defending the immense pressure and skill required for live broadcasts.
BBC accused of disrespect over laughing activist in Kirk interview
The BBC has been accused of gross disrespect after airing a segment showing a Democrat activist laughing during a serious discussion with conservative commentator Charlie Kirk about political violence in America.
Dave Portnoy's Pizza Festival Scores Huge TV Ratings Win
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy's inaugural One Bite Pizza Festival delivered a stunning viewership victory for Fox Sports, drawing a colossal audience and dominating the weekend's sports broadcasting ratings in a surprise triumph.
JJ Watt Makes Stunning NFL Commentary Debut For CBS
NFL legend JJ Watt has officially made his highly anticipated transition from the gridiron to the commentary booth, making his debut as a CBS Sports analyst during the Baltimore Ravens' clash with the Washington Commanders.
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