Speed continues to Formula One
Speed will be the U.S. television home for the Formula One World Championship for the 11th consecutive season in 2006, agreeing to a new deal that also gives the network television rights for GP2.
“F1 has been a Speed staple since the network first went on the air in 1996,” said Hunter Nickell, Speed Executive VP and General Manager. “As we celebrate our 10th Anniversary in 2006, we are excited about the opportunity to elevate our signature Grand Prix coverage. F1 fans are some of the most loyal and passionate fans in all of motor sports, and Speed has new tools to work with to bring them even more coverage of the sport they love.”

Bob Varsha, David Hobbs and Steve Matchett will continue as the broadcast team, with pit reporter Peter Windsor having an expanded role on-site at each event. The new deal allows the operation a live camera on the starting grid prior to each race for team interviews.

Speed will air the entire season, with at least 15 of the 19 races being live and exclusive.

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