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Elle Duncan Joins Netflix for Live Sports in 2026

12/19/2025

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Duncan Leads Netflix Sports

Elle Duncan, the former ESPN anchor, joins Netflix as lead host for live sports, debuting in 2026 with Skyscraper Live featuring Alex Honnold scaling Taipei 101.
Duncan is known for her work on SportsCenter, College GameDay, and WNBA Countdown.
She calls the opportunity a "full-circle moment."
The move signals Netflix's commitment to expanding its live sports portfolio, including NFL and MLB deals.

History

Historical Context

ESPN launched on September 7, 1979, with its flagship program SportsCenter, revolutionizing sports broadcasting by offering 24-hour coverage. This innovation led to ESPN's dominance in sports media, attracting millions of viewers. The network's evolution continues, as seen in Elle Duncan's transition to Netflix for live sports in 2026, highlighting the competitive shift towards streaming platforms in sports broadcasting.

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Duncan Leads Netflix Sports

Elle Duncan, the former ESPN anchor, joins Netflix as lead host for live sports, debuting in 2026 with Skyscraper Live featuring Alex Honnold scaling Taipei 101.
Duncan is known for her work on SportsCenter, College GameDay, and WNBA Countdown.
She calls the opportunity a "full-circle moment."
The move signals Netflix's commitment to expanding its live sports portfolio, including NFL and MLB deals.

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