The deal covers the seasons 2009 to 2011, and includes rights for coverage of the MotoGP class, 250cc, and 125cc world championships. DSF will broadcast live all three races at each event – a total of 18 MotoGP races, and 17 250cc and 125cc races – as well as practice and qualifying sessions for all three classes. DSF coverage will amount to 170 hours per year.
The 125cc class currently features two German riders, Stefan Bradl and Sandro Cortese.
DSF chairman Oliver Reichert said: “The broadcasting rights of MotoGP is an absolute milestone for DSF. With these premium rights we are now able upgrade our high-level motorsports programming even further. Together with our other high-class sports broadcasting rights such as the Bundesliga, we have the best line-up for the future.”
Manel Arroyo, Dorna’s Managing Director said: “Dorna is delighted to be collaborating with DSF for the next three years. This means German fans will finally be able to enjoy MotoGP programming which is dedicated to their needs. We are confident that signing this deal means the sport will continue to grow in Germany.”
