In recent weeks there was a lot to do around Formula 1 at Viaplay. Would the Scandinavian streaming giant retain the broadcast rights, or would Ziggo or another player take off? It is not yet one hundred percent certain, but rumors now indicate that F1 will still be available on Viaplay Netherlands until the end of 2029.
Various sources report, among others, the NOS and De Telegraaf that the Formula 1 broadcast rights for Viaplay have been extended until the end of 2029. Striking, because Ziggo is said to have made a higher offer. However, the F1 organization was satisfied with the current collaboration with Viaplay.
Formula 1 until the end of 2029 at Viaplay
According to rumors, the broadcasting rights of Formula 1 in the Netherlands will remain with Viaplay. The streaming service has probably extended the contract until the end of 2029. Normally the current contact expired after this season. Despite GPBlog reports that the deal has been confirmed, Viaplay does not yet want to respond to this news to the NOS. Still, there is a good chance that the deal will be completed and the news will be released soon.
Ziggo is behind the net
The Dutch broadcasting rights of Formula 1 have been in the hands of Viaplay since 2022, for which the company pays around 30 million euros per year. The new deal would even involve an amount of 45 million per year.
Ziggo would have liked to have the broadcasting rights back in its hands, as the F1 could be seen on the Dutch provider before 2022. According to insiders to the NOS, Ziggo initially submitted the highest bid to Formula 1 for the rights, but the organization still chose Viaplay.
Price increase
At the beginning of this year, Viaplay informed their customers that they will pay two euros more for their monthly subscription from May 22, 2024. Instead of € 15.99, they pay € 17.99 for a monthly subscription. It is expected that new customers will soon pay this price. Previously, a subscription was cheaper with providers such as KPN, Ziggo, Odido and Caiway, hopefully a similar promotion will return in the future.
Formula 1 in detail
As a fan you don’t have to miss a second of the F1 season. Viaplay broadcasts the regular images of all training, qualifying and of course the races. In addition, the well-known streams with pit lane images, mixed onboards and the driver-tracker streams will be available during every free practice, qualifying and race. Stay informed and add the F1 calendar to your agenda and don’t miss a single race, qualifying or free practice.
As a Viaplay subscriber you will also receive this in 2024 access to F1 TV Pro. As a subscriber you can then choose where you will watch Formula 1. Viaplay continues with its own productions with Dutch commentary, Dutch reporting from the studio and exclusive documentaries about Max Verstappen. On F1 TV Pro you can also watch the race, but also the option to choose different camera angles and extra training. You can watch yours via the F1 TV website Link Viaplay account.
You will find a limited offering on Viaplay TV (formerly SBS 9). For example, not all races are broadcast and in most cases not live either. In most cases you can watch the summary on Viaplay TV.
Viaplay offer
Viaplay is the streaming service of the Nordic Entertainment Group (NENT) and originates from Sweden. The company has not only secured the rights to Formula 1, but also broadcasts other important sports matches such as Premier League, Bundesliga and PDC Darts via their streaming platform.
In addition to sports, ViaPlay offers even more content, including international films and series for young and old. Including media from major studios such as MGM and Sony. In addition, the streaming giant is the largest Scandinavian producer of drama series, including Viaplay Originals.