Racing Victoria and the Seven Network’s have extended broadcast partnership.
The deal will see Victorian racing shown on free-to-air TV for at least another five years from July 1.
Racing.com will be broadcast on Channel 78 (metropolitan) and Channel 68 (regional) across the nation, with the broadcast quality to be further enhanced across the next 12 months.
Racing.com will also be accessible daily on 7plus Sport for those streaming or watching on the go.
The announcement coincides with plans for Racing.com to expand its coverage of Western Australian racing as Seven has done, alongside broadcasting Victorian, South Australian and Hong Kong racing and feature international meetings.
Racing Victoria executive general manager, media, content and marketing, Andy Hoad welcomed the announcement as the consolidation of a “profound” relationship between the broadcasters.
“Seven and Racing.com have enjoyed a long-standing partnership and this exciting new agreement marks the beginning of an even deeper collaboration,” he said.
“We are excited to elevate both networks’ coverage of Victorian racing - both on raceday and beyond - by harnessing the full strength of our digital and news platforms.
“We’re united by a deep passion for racing and a shared commitment to growing the sport’s audience and we’ll be building on that through an exciting next phase of our partnership.
“The consolidation of a new agreement has been incredibly rewarding, and it’s clear that our aligned values and love of the sport will deliver an enhanced experience for audiences across the country.
“This agreement also reflects a strong vote of confidence in the value Racing.com brings to the sport - not just in Victoria, but for our partners in South Australia, Hong Kong, and soon, Western Australia. We’re not just committing to continue the channel, but to significantly grow it over the next five years.”
Seven’s commercial director, sport, Renée Quirk said the broadcaster is looking forward to continuing this partnership with Racing Victoria.
“Making horse racing more accessible through greater free-to-air coverage means more Australians can experience the thrill, tradition and excitement of the sport, live and free,” she said.
“With a shared genuine commitment to growing the sport at all levels, this partnership with RV is incredibly meaningful for Seven.”
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