Netflix likely to go after WTA streaming rights in 2023 after deal collapse with ATP: Reports
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In broadcasting rights of WTA matches in the UK, Netflix might be a potential bidder - FirstSportz
In the United Kingdom, WTA matches are streamed on Amazon Prime Video, which is one of the streaming giants of the world. But it is likely to lose its broadcasting rights after the conclusion of the year 2023. It has already lost its streaming rights for the Grand Slam tournament in the North American swing to Sky channel. Now, as per some reports, Netflix could likely be one of the potential bidders to acquire the streaming rights in the UK.
Netflix has already streamed non-live sporting content such as the Formula One documentary series ‘Drive to Survive’, which introduced people to the sport of F1 racing. The show ‘The Last Dance’ revolves around the journey of NBA legend Michael Jordan. Earlier, the streaming platform dismissed the idea of purchasing sports rights as they had believed it would prove to be expensive. But now, it has developed an interest owing to its popularity.
Streaming rights have been a major concern for people in the UK. But as per the latest reports, it is speculated that the American streaming company could be one of the potential bidders to have shown interest in acquiring rights after 2023. This news broke out after the ATP declined their request to broadcast men’s matches on one of the most famous entertainment platforms.
Netflix is also planning to launch a new tennis documentary next year along the same lines as the F1 documentary. It will showcase the lifestyles of tennis players with the likes of Nick Kyrgios, Taylor Fritz, Maria Sakkari, and Aryna Sabalenka, putting themselves forward to be followed by the cameras.
The latest Year-end rankings post the conclusion of the 2022 WTA Finals
The WTA Tour has officially ended with only the BJK Cup left for female athletes while there haven’t been many changes in the Top 2. The World No 1 spot is claimed by the Polish player Iga Swiatek who has had an incredible year owing to her 8 singles titles including the two Grand Slam wins. She created history to become the second player to end the year with rankings as high as almost 11k after Serena Williams, who had won above 13k in 2013.
Ons Jabeur gained 500 points and maintained her World No.2 rank. Jessica Pegula will end the year at No.3 as she earned 375 points for her performance in the WTA Finals. The winner of the WTA Finals, Caroline Garcia made her debut in the Top 5 and stands in the 4th spot while the runners-up Aryna Sabalenka claims the 5th spot in the rankings.
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