{"id":70909,"date":"2026-08-12T08:19:25","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T08:19:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/70909\/"},"modified":"2026-08-12T08:19:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T08:19:25","slug":"disney-to-become-global-streaming-home-of-formula-e","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/70909\/","title":{"rendered":"Disney+ to become global streaming home of Formula E"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Formula E, Disney+ and ESPN today announced a landmark multi-year agreement that will make Disney+ the global streaming home of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship across 144 territories \u2013 including the U.S., where it will stream alongside ESPN+ \u2013 beginning with the 2026\/27 season.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/ways-to-watch\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">WATCH: How to watch every Formula E race in your country<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The agreement marks one of the most significant milestones in Formula E\u2019s history, bringing together Disney\u2019s unrivalled global entertainment platforms with the world\u2019s leading all-electric motorsport championship.<\/p>\n<p>Majority-owned by Liberty Global, Formula E will leverage Disney\u2019s global streaming ecosystem to reach millions of new households while complementing its established portfolio of free-to-air and linear broadcast partners around the world, ensuring fans continue to enjoy broad access across key markets.<\/p>\n<p>Launching alongside the revolutionary GEN4 era, the collaboration will introduce Formula E to millions of new fans through Disney+ while preserving the broad accessibility that has underpinned the series&#8217; success to date.<\/p>\n<p>Every Race. Every Session.<\/p>\n<p>Subscribers on Disney+ across 144 territories, including the U.S. where it will stream alongside ESPN+, will enjoy comprehensive live coverage of every Formula E race weekend, including every practice session, qualifying session and race.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the live action, fans will have access to dedicated preview and review shows, race highlights, in-depth analysis, exclusive behind-the-scenes programming and full race replays on demand immediately following each event.<\/p>\n<p>This expanded streaming offering will sit alongside Formula E\u2019s existing broadcast partnerships, giving fans more ways to experience Formula E.<\/p>\n<p>Jeff Dodds, Chief Executive Officer Formula E, said: \u201cThis is a landmark moment for Formula E and reflects the incredible momentum behind our championship. Disney\u2019s unrivalled global reach and storytelling will introduce Formula E to millions of new fans while bringing them closer than ever to the drama, innovation and excitement of electric racing.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;As we enter the GEN4 era, this provides an exceptional platform to accelerate our global growth and continue building one of the world\u2019s most exciting sports properties. We\u2019re also excited by the opportunity to explore additional ways for Formula E and Disney to work together beyond live race coverage, creating even more innovative and engaging experiences for fans in the years ahead. \u201d<\/p>\n<p>Michaella Snoeck, Chief Media Officer, Formula E, said: \u201cThis agreement reflects the global demand for Formula E. Disney\u2019s unprecedented scale complements our valued linear TV broadcast network, allowing us to serve core markets locally while accelerating our digital footprint globally and bringing our fans closer to the action than ever before.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Joe Earley, Co-President, Direct-to-Consumer, Disney Entertainment: \u201cFormula E combines world-class competition, groundbreaking technology, and sustainability in a way that&#8217;s unlike any other sport. We&#8217;re excited to help power the championship&#8217;s next chapter on Disney+ and to give fans around the globe front row access to every adrenaline-fueled race as it happens.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The dawn of the GEN4 era<\/p>\n<p>The 2026\/27 campaign marks the arrival of Formula E\u2019s revolutionary GEN4 era and the debut of the fastest and most technologically advanced electric racing car ever built.<\/p>\n<p>With 600kW of power, equivalent to more than 815 horsepower, and 0\u201360 mph in approximately 1.8 seconds, around 30% faster than an F1 car, GEN4 sets a new benchmark.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/formula-e-gen4-unleashed?_gl=1*1bbwzak*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3Njk3ODU1MzUuQ2owS0NRaUF5dkhMQmhEbEFSSXNBSHhsNnhyM1lHZVRTTDdlb044amgzVFRWWFk1UEFmUU9fcVJwQWp1NmxWZTVDMUxoVlBaWFNRN3RSa2FBcVV5RUFMd193Y0I.*_gcl_au*MTMxMzQyMDcwOC4xNzcxMjU2NDkx\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">GEN4: A new era of Formula E is about to begin<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The new season will also introduce an enhanced race weekend format designed to deliver even closer racing, greater sporting jeopardy and more action for fans.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/news\/1074658\/season-13-calendar-where-will-formula-e-be-racing-in-2026-27\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">expanded calendar features 21 races <\/a>across 13 iconic cities, beginning in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on 18 December and concluding under the lights in Tokyo on 25 July 2027.<\/p>\n<p>SCHEDULE: Where, when and how to watch or stream the 2026 Hankook London E-Prix, Rounds 16 &amp; 17<\/p>\n<p>It all comes down to this. After a season of nail-biting drama, the fight for the 2025\/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship heads to London for a season-ending double-header on the world\u2019s only indoor\/outdoor circuit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>With just two races remaining in the GEN3 era, nine drivers still in mathematical title contention, and the crown on the line, there\u2019s zero margin for error at the London Excel.<\/p>\n<p>Free Practice 1:\u00a0Friday 14 August, 16:00 local<br \/>Free Practice 2:\u00a0Saturday 15 August, 08:30 local<br \/>Qualifying:\u00a0Saturday 15 August, 10:40 local<br \/>Race:\u00a0Saturday 15 August, 15:05 local\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Free Practice 3:\u00a0Sunday 16 August, 08:30 local<br \/>Qualifying:\u00a0Sunday 16 August, 10:40 local<br \/>Race:\u00a0Sunday 16 August, 15:05 local\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>All times detailed above are BST.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>View the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/calendar\/2025-26\/r16-london\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">full schedule in your time zone<\/a>\u00a0and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/ways-to-watch\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u00a0check the broadcaster listings<\/a>\u00a0or tap the Ways to Watch button above to find out where to watch all the racing action where you live.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Secure your seats for the finale: How to buy tickets for the 2026 Hankook London E-Prix<\/p>\n<p>With the title set to go down to the wire in London on 15 &amp; 16 August at Formula E&#8217;s London Excel finale, here&#8217;s how to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/formulaelondon.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">buy tickets and secure your seats<\/a>\u00a0in the grandstands as the GEN3 era comes to a close in style.<\/p>\n<p>Follow the race LIVE on web and in the Formula E app!<\/p>\n<p>Keep across Live Timing \u2013 which includes a real-time interactive track map and the ability to follow your favourite driver during every session of every E-Prix \u2013 plus highlights, detailed session reports, exclusive interviews, all the standings and results as well as data, insight and reaction from trackside.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fiaformulae.com\/live\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">LIVE: Follow every lap live, with reaction and coverage at fiaformulae.com\/live<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Additionally, Formula E\u2019s social media channels, website, and app will provide session reports, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights from trackside during the five-day event.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/formula-e-gen4-unleashed?_gl=1*1bbwzak*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3Njk3ODU1MzUuQ2owS0NRaUF5dkhMQmhEbEFSSXNBSHhsNnhyM1lHZVRTTDdlb044amgzVFRWWFk1UEFmUU9fcVJwQWp1NmxWZTVDMUxoVlBaWFNRN3RSa2FBcVV5RUFMd193Y0I.*_gcl_au*MTMxMzQyMDcwOC4xNzcxMjU2NDkx\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">GEN4: A new era of Formula E is about to begin<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/ways-to-watch\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">WATCH: How to watch every Formula E race in your country<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/news\/822334\/trailer-driver-returns-for-season-2-on-amazon-prime-video\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">UNMISSABLE: Watch the brand-new season of &#8216;Driver&#8217; on Amazon Prime\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/calendar\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">CALENDAR: Here&#8217;s every race set for the 2025\/26 Formula E season<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/download-the-app\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">FOLLOW: Download the Formula E App on iOS or Android<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/tickets\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">TICKETS: Secure your grandstand seats and buy Formula E race tickets<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiaformulae.com\/en\/video\/boxset\/485829\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">HIGHLIGHTS: Catch up with every race from Formula E IN FULL<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seatunique.com\/sport-tickets\/motorsport\/formula-e-hospitality-tickets\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">HOSPITALITY: Experience Formula E and world-class motorsport as a VIP<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Formula E, Disney+ and ESPN today announced a landmark multi-year agreement that will make Disney+ the global streaming&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":70910,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[21068],"tags":[21104,21103,4325],"class_list":["post-70909","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-e-on","tag-e-on","tag-e-on-se","tag-text"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/70909","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=70909"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/70909\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/70910"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=70909"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=70909"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/germany\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=70909"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}