A telecast deal was renewed today between Formula One Management (FOM) and ESPN-STAR Sports for another five years, which will give ESPN-STAR Sports broadcast rights of the FIA Formula One World Championship across multiple platforms in 24 Asian markets.

ESPN-STAR Sports will get the right to telecast Formula One action across platforms including TV, internet, mobile and radio, through this deal.

ESPN-STAR Sports footprint in Asia would be covered under these rights, which includes major markets of India, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and South Korea.

Manu Sawhney Managing Director, ESPN STAR Sports, reported, “We are extremely delighted to continue our 17-year strong partnership with Formula One Management through this historic new agreement.”