Dave TV not to show WRC in 2011

**MrJan** · 3rd December 2010, 14:20

Originally Posted by Simmi

But I don't think this is a move that will benefit existing fans of the sport. Anyone know about motors?

I'm an existing fan and it'd benefit me. I doubt that I'm the only rally fan in the country without satellite and, therefore, unable to view anything other than Freeview channels.

**Larry_Japan** · 4th December 2010, 14:01

AFAIK Motors deal continues next year. If Ch5 get WRC, that IS terrestrial therefore v good for the penetration of the sport but there still needs to be a UK deal for the live stage coverage... ESPN?

**Allyc85** · 4th December 2010, 15:29

Originally Posted by Larry_Japan

AFAIK Motors deal continues next year. If Ch5 get WRC, that IS terrestrial therefore v good for the penetration of the sport but there still needs to be a UK deal for the live stage coverage... ESPN?

ESPN are you joking? Im not paying extra to watch one live stage on top of what I already pay for sky!

**Larry_Japan** · 5th December 2010, 14:03

Originally Posted by Allyc85

ESPN are you joking? Im not paying extra to watch one live stage on top of what I already pay for sky!

... agreed! I wasn't saying it in hope; it's just what I've heard. Especitally if Ch5 get a highlights deal, I expect ITV4 will step away from WRC, leaving only a payTV option for live coverage...