GRAND PRIX

Liberty Media Corporation Announces Closing of Refinancing of Formula 1 First Lien Term Loan B and Revolving Credit Facility and Incurrence of New First Lien Term Loan A

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022

The terms of the transaction provide for, amongst other things a maturity of January 15, 2030 for the Term Loan B and January 15, 2028 for the Term Loan A and revolving credit facility.

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  • The terms of the transaction provide for, amongst other things a maturity of January 15, 2030 for the Term Loan B and January 15, 2028 for the Term Loan A and revolving credit facility.
  • The reference rate for the Term Loan A, Term Loan B and dollar borrowings under the revolving credit facility is Term SOFR.
  • The Term Loan B, the Term Loan A and the revolving credit facility remain non-recourse to Liberty Media.
  • Formula 1 is a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation, attributed to the Formula One Group tracking stock (NASDAQ: FWONA, FWONK).

Manhattan West Announces Investment and Partnership with Round Room Studios to Launch the Formula 1® Exhibition

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Manhattan West , a global strategic investment firm, has announced that Manhattan West Private Equity is the lead investor in the Formula 1 Exhibition through the firms partnership with world-renowned production company, Round Room Studios .

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  • Manhattan West , a global strategic investment firm, has announced that Manhattan West Private Equity is the lead investor in the Formula 1 Exhibition through the firms partnership with world-renowned production company, Round Room Studios .
  • The exhibition is delivered across six purpose-built rooms, each specially designed in partnership with award-winning artists, filmmakers, and craftsmen.
  • To partner with Round Room Studios and help the sophisticated team there develop the Formula 1 Exhibition is a thrilling opportunity for Manhattan West, said Matt Gibbons , Managing Director and head of Manhattan West Private Equity.
  • Round Room Studios and its US affiliate Round Room Live are the producers and promoters of travelling exhibitions and theatrical shows.

PATRÓN Tequila Becomes the First-Ever Official Tequila Partner of the Formula 1 Paddock Club™

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

ATOTONILCO EL ALTO, Mexico, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PATRÓN tequila, the world's number one super-premium tequila*, is now the official tequila of the F1 Paddock Club™, the ultimate trackside experience Formula 1® offers to VIP guests at each race weekend.  This marks the first-ever exclusive tequila partnership within the F1 Paddock Club™ debuting at the premium yacht experience at the FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2022, and further solidifies PATRÓN's role in the world of F1®, following the recent collaboration with beloved Mexican racing icon Sergio "Checo" Perez earlier this year.

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  • "PATRN is the perfect brand to be our exclusive tequila partner for the Paddock Club and look forward to creating a best-in-class cocktail experience at the upcoming races this season and in 2023."
  • From hand-harvesting the highest-quality 100 percent Weber Blue Agave, to the traditional, time-honored distillation process and individual labeling, numbering, and inspection of each bottle, PATRN Tequila is crafted with meticulous precision and care.
  • Formula One World Championship Limited is part of Formula 1and holds the exclusive commercial rights to the FIA Formula One World Championship.
  • The F1 logo, F1 FORMULA 1 logo, FORMULA 1, F1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX, PADDOCK CLUB and related marks are trademarks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula 1 company.

Formula 1® and SiriusXM announce multi-year extension

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Friday, May 6, 2022

All Formula 1 races will be available to subscribers on SiriusXM radios and on the SXM App.

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  • All Formula 1 races will be available to subscribers on SiriusXM radios and on the SXM App.
  • "We are very happy to extend our relationship with SiriusXM," said Ian Holmes, Director of Media Rights and Content Creation at Formula 1.
  • Formula One World Championship Limited is part of Formula 1 and holds the exclusive commercial rights to the FIA Formula One World Championship.
  • The F1 logo, F1 FORMULA 1 logo, FORMULA 1, F1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX, PADDOCK CLUB and related marks are trademarks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula 1 company.

Formula 1® and SiriusXM Announce Multi-Year Extension

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

NEW YORK, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Formula 1® and SiriusXM announced today a multi-year extension to their relationship, which will continue to deliver coverage of every F1® race to SiriusXM listeners nationwide through 2024.

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  • All Formula 1 races will be available to subscribers on SiriusXM radios and on the SXM App.
  • "We are very happy to extend our relationship with SiriusXM," said Ian Holmes, Director of Media Rights and Content Creation at Formula 1.
  • Formula One World Championship Limited is part of Formula 1 and holds the exclusive commercial rights to the FIA Formula One World Championship.
  • The F1 logo, F1 FORMULA 1 logo, FORMULA 1, F1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX, PADDOCK CLUB and related marks are trademarks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula 1 company.

Formula 1 and Tata Communications announce multi-year strategic collaboration

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

LONDON and MUMBAI, India, March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Formula 1® and Tata Communications – a global digital ecosystem enabler powering  the fast-growing digital economy, today are delighted to announce a multi-year strategic collaboration, with Tata Communications returning to sport as the Official Broadcast Connectivity Provider of Formula 1, to deliver and enhance a world-class, technologically advanced experience for fans globally.

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  • LONDON and MUMBAI, India, March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Formula 1 and Tata Communications aglobal digital ecosystem enabler powering the fast-growing digital economy, today are delighted to announce a multi-year strategic collaboration, with Tata Communications returning to sport as the Official Broadcast Connectivity Provider of Formula 1, to deliver and enhance a world-class, technologically advanced experience for fans globally.
  • Tata Communications will empower Formula 1 with global end-to-end managed network services for video contribution, thereby transforming the motorsports experience.
  • Following the introduction of Formula 1's remote broadcast operations in 2020, Tata Communications has allowed reduction in the organisation's travelling freight by 34%.
  • Stefano Domenicali, President & CEO of Formula 1, said"We are delighted to welcome Tata Communications back as a partner following previous successes in our partnerships.

Formula 1 and Tata Communications announce multi-year strategic collaboration

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

LONDON and MUMBAI, India, March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Formula 1 and Tata Communications aglobal digital ecosystem enabler powering the fast-growing digital economy, today are delighted to announce a multi-year strategic collaboration, with Tata Communications returning to sport as the Official Broadcast Connectivity Provider of Formula 1, to deliver and enhance a world-class, technologically advanced experience for fans globally.

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  • LONDON and MUMBAI, India, March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Formula 1 and Tata Communications aglobal digital ecosystem enabler powering the fast-growing digital economy, today are delighted to announce a multi-year strategic collaboration, with Tata Communications returning to sport as the Official Broadcast Connectivity Provider of Formula 1, to deliver and enhance a world-class, technologically advanced experience for fans globally.
  • Tata Communications will empower Formula 1 with global end-to-end managed network services for video contribution, thereby transforming the motorsports experience.
  • Following the introduction of Formula 1's remote broadcast operations in 2020, Tata Communications has allowed reduction in the organisation's travelling freight by 34%.
  • Stefano Domenicali, President & CEO of Formula 1, said"We are delighted to welcome Tata Communications back as a partner following previous successes in our partnerships.

Formula 1 Partners With Lenovo to Bring Its Cutting-Edge Technology to Its Operations

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Thursday, March 10, 2022

The multi-year deal will see Lenovos cutting-edge technology used across Formula 1s operations as it continues to bring the highest-level of racing and entertainment to its worldwide fanbase.

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  • The multi-year deal will see Lenovos cutting-edge technology used across Formula 1s operations as it continues to bring the highest-level of racing and entertainment to its worldwide fanbase.
  • As global leaders in their respective fields, Formula 1 and Lenovo want to push the boundaries of whats possible when combining sports with advanced technology.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220310005287/en/
    Formula 1 will leverage Lenovos cutting-edge technology in its operations on and off the track.
  • Together Lenovo and Formula 1 will push the limits of technology to help shape a faster, smarter, and more sustainable future.

Motorsport Games and Adam Breeden announce global agreement with Formula 1® to create next-level competitive socialising experience, launching in London in 2022  

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Monday, February 14, 2022

Dmitry Kozko, CEO, Motorsport Games, said: Were honoured to work with Kindred Concepts and Formula 1 to help successfully launch this cutting-edge gaming experience.

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  • Dmitry Kozko, CEO, Motorsport Games, said: Were honoured to work with Kindred Concepts and Formula 1 to help successfully launch this cutting-edge gaming experience.
  • Motorsport Games prides itself on the authenticity and realism brought to each of our games and the simulators at this venue will be no different.
  • Kindred Concepts was founded by Adam Breeden, the pre-eminent figure in competitive socialising in the UK.
  • Formula One World Championship Limited is part of Formula 1 and holds the exclusive commercial rights to the FIA Formula One World Championship.

Formula 1 And Motorsport Network Unveil Fan Results Of Largest Single Sports Survey Ever Conducted By Nielsen Sports

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Formula 1 and Motorsport Network, today announced the results of the 2021 F1 Global Fan Survey.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Formula 1 and Motorsport Network, today announced the results of the 2021 F1 Global Fan Survey.
  • The 2021 F1 Global Fan Survey results revealed that Formula 1 is considered the pinnacle of motorsport in the eyes of fans globally.
  • I also want to thank Motorsport Network and Nielsen Sports for the incredible job they have done," said Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1.
  • Findings from the Motorsport Network F1 Global Fan Survey indicate fans are very enthusiastic with the direction the sport is taking.