News Summary
Golf fans in the UK can rejoice as LIV Golf announces a new broadcasting deal with ITV that will make live golf action accessible for free starting in February 2025. Kicking off with the LIV Golf Riyadh event, the deal includes 41 rounds across 14 tournaments, featuring coverage on ITVX, ITV1, and ITV4. This partnership marks a significant return of live golf to free-to-air television in the UK, expanding LIV Golf’s reach and accessibility for fans. An exciting season awaits with tournaments in various stunning locations.
Big News for Golf Fans: LIV Golf Comes to Free-to-Air Television in the UK!
Exciting times are ahead for golf enthusiasts! LIV Golf has just announced a brand-new broadcasting deal with ITV that will kick off in the UK during the 2025 season. This means fans will soon be able to enjoy live golf action without having to pay a subscription fee. What a treat!
Mark Your Calendars: The Partnership Launches in February 2025
The ITV partnership will officially start with the second round of the LIV Golf Riyadh event, taking place from February 6 to 8, 2025. This event marks the beginning of a thrilling season packed with 41 rounds of live coverage spanning over 14 tournaments—sounds like a golf lover’s dream come true!
Where to Catch All the Action
If you’re wondering where you can catch this fantastic coverage, look no further than your screen! Most of the action will be found on ITVX, but the fun won’t stop there—there will also be selected live broadcasts on ITV1 and ITV4. Plus, fans can tune into a weekly highlights show produced by LIV Golf on ITV4, so you won’t miss a swing of the club or a thrilling moment from the tournaments!
The Exciting Schedule Awaits
The 2025 season will commence at the Riyadh Golf Club and wrap up with a grand finale at the Team Championship in Michigan from August 22 to 24, 2025. As if that isn’t enough, golf enthusiasts can also look forward to tournaments taking place in spectacular locations such as Adelaide, Hong Kong, Singapore, Miami, Mexico City, South Korea, Washington DC, Dallas, Andalucia, the UK, Chicago, and Indianapolis. That’s quite a lineup!
Restoring Golf to Free-to-Air Television
This deal marks a significant milestone, as it brings live golf back to free-to-air television in the UK. With the BBC reducing its golf broadcasts and losing live rights to Sky Sports, ITV’s coverage becomes even more vital. Fans can finally look forward to enjoying golf in their homes without the need for additional subscriptions!
Expanding Horizons: LIV Golf Makes a Global Impact
LIV Golf isn’t just resting on its laurels—this new agreement underscores its commitment to extending its reach and accessibility to newcomers in the UK and beyond. Prior to the ITV arrangement, fans in the UK could only watch LIV Golf through the website and platforms like YouTube and DAZN. The addition of ITV’s vast audience opens new doors for golf enthusiasts who might not have previously engaged with the sport.
ITV’s Sports Portfolio Gets Even Better
ITV already boasts an impressive sports lineup that includes big-name events like the FIFA World Cup, UEFA European Championship, Six Nations Rugby, and the Tour de France. The addition of LIV Golf rounds out their offerings nicely and shows just how committed ITV is to becoming a go-to destination for sports fans.
The Future Looks Bright for LIV Golf
This agreement reflects LIV Golf’s determination to expand their footprint in the sport. With earlier partnership successes in the US with FOX Sports and in Spain with Movistar Plus+, it’s clear that LIV Golf means business. Negotiations remain ongoing between LIV Golf’s backer and others in the golfing world, notably the PGA Tour and DP World Tour. This could lead to even more thrilling developments in the future!
So, golf fans, get ready to grab your popcorn and settle in for a season filled with nail-biting moments, superstar players, and world-class locations. With LIV Golf on ITV, the future of golf looks brighter than ever!
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