Introducing Venu Sports: The Ultimate Sports Streaming Experience
The entertainment industry is set to revolutionize the sports streaming experience with the upcoming launch of Venu Sports, a joint venture between Disney/ESPN, Fox Corp., and Warner Bros. Discovery. This new brand aims to provide a comprehensive streaming home for sports fans outside of the traditional pay TV ecosystem.
Pete Distad, CEO of Venu Sports, expressed his excitement about the venture, stating that they are thrilled to introduce Venu Sports as a brand that captures the spirit of an all-new streaming home for sports fans. The partnership, announced in February, is set to debut in the fall of 2024 and is positioned as a way to reach consumers who do not subscribe to pay TV.
Venu Sports will combine ESPN+ with the linear TV networks of the three companies, offering a wide range of live sports programming. The streaming bundle will include popular networks such as ABC, ESPN, Fox, TNT, and more. While pricing and a specific launch date have not been announced yet, the new website at venu.com indicates that the launch is conditional on regulatory approval and is expected for Fall 2024.
With the combined expertise and resources of Disney/ESPN, Fox Corp., and Warner Bros. Discovery, Venu Sports is gearing up to provide sports fans with the ultimate streaming experience. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting venture that aims to redefine sports entertainment for fans worldwide.