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Disney+ Secures Formula E Streaming in 144 Territories.

8/11/2026

Summary

Story summary

Jeff Dodds announced Disney+ as the streaming home for Formula E in 144 territories.
Disney+ will stream practice, qualifying and race sessions, with ESPN+ carrying U.S. races.
The 2026-27 calendar includes 21 races from Dec 18 2026 in Jeddah to July 25 2027 in Tokyo.
The GEN4 car delivers 600 kW and 0-60 mph in about 1.8 seconds, about 30% faster than a Formula 1 car.
Joe Earley said the deal gives fans front-row access while preserving free-to-air broadcasters.

History

Historical Context

Disney+ launched in November 2019 and now serves about 196 million subscribers worldwide. The platform’s 2024 announcement to broadcast Formula E mirrors a shift that began in 2011 when Formula One introduced the Drag Reduction System and expanded its global calendar, highlighting motorsport’s growing reliance on digital streaming for audience growth.

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Story summary

Jeff Dodds announced Disney+ as the streaming home for Formula E in 144 territories.
Disney+ will stream practice, qualifying and race sessions, with ESPN+ carrying U.S. races.
The 2026-27 calendar includes 21 races from Dec 18 2026 in Jeddah to July 25 2027 in Tokyo.
The GEN4 car delivers 600 kW and 0-60 mph in about 1.8 seconds, about 30% faster than a Formula 1 car.
Joe Earley said the deal gives fans front-row access while preserving free-to-air broadcasters.

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