Kayo Sports has announced a new Formula 1 rights partnership extension and unveiled a dedicated weekly motorsport show as part of its 2026 season launch in Melbourne.
The announcement was made at the F1 Exhibition at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, where Foxtel Group CEO Patrick Delany confirmed the extended agreement.
The partnership ensures Australian audiences will continue to receive coverage of every Formula 1 race, qualifying and practice session, alongside MotoGP and Supercars, on Kayo Sports.
Patrick Delany
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Delany said the extension reinforces Kayo Sports’ position in motor racing.
“Kayo SPORTS is Australia’s sports leader with the best in live sport, which is well-illustrated by having Formula 1®, MotoGP and Supercars all in one place,” Delany said.
“Fans are telling us they want more during the week, so we are giving them more in a format that has demonstrated its success and popularity.
“We are constantly looking for ways to push the boundaries of sports broadcasting, driving continued innovation and new initiatives that elevate the experience for both our fans and our sporting partners. By expanding our stunning 4K coverage to bring customers closer to the track, and investing in dedicated, world-class programming, we are ensuring that Fox Sports and Kayo SPORTS remain the ultimate 24/7 destination for motorsport fans.”
The coverage includes live and 4K broadcasts, along with additional live feeds and Kayo Minis.
New weekly motorsport show
Alongside the rights extension, Kayo Sports confirmed a new weekly one-hour motorsport program, extending its 360 franchise into racing. The show will sit alongside AFL 360 and NRL 360 and will launch next week.
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The program will deliver analysis and access across Formula 1, Supercars, MotoGP and other categories, featuring a rotating panel of drivers and experts.
Broader motorsport slate
The 2026 motorsport season will also include live coverage of NASCAR, the World Superbike Championship, the Australian Rally Championship, Shannons SpeedSeries and GT World Challenge.
Jess Yates and David Croft Image: Kayo Sports
The launch event drew drivers, executives and sporting figures, including Craig Lowndes, Mark Skaife, Chaz Mostert, Molly Taylor, David Croft, Jess Yates and AFL and NRL personalities.
The 2026 motorsport season continues with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne from 6 to 8 March.
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