In a groundbreaking move for Formula 1 fans in the United States, Netflix will provide live coverage of the Canadian Grand Prix this May. This arrangement comes as part of a collaboration with Apple TV, which has acquired the US television rights for F1. The partnership aims to enhance the viewing experience for audiences by combining resources from both streaming platforms.
As part of this deal, Apple TV will stream the latest season of Netflix's acclaimed documentary series, Drive to Survive. Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of services, expressed excitement about the unexpected collaboration, highlighting Netflix's significant role in popularizing F1 in recent years.
Apple TV subscribers can look forward to a unique viewing experience, featuring a dedicated F1 landing page with race highlights and various live viewing options, including the ability to follow multiple feeds simultaneously. Fans will have access to specialized channels, allowing them to view onboard footage and listen to team radios. Ian Holmes, F1's chief media rights and broadcast officer, noted that this offering is unprecedented for American viewers.