Where Racing Fans Across the World Can Watch Ascot 2024
To help our worldwide users get the best experience, we've put together this comprehensive guide on where to watch the Ascot 2024 races.
At betting.bet, we pride ourselves on serving keen bettors from all corners of the globe. Over the years, we’ve witnessed how Royal Ascot captivates racing fans worldwide. To help our users get the best experience, we've put together this comprehensive guide on where to watch the Ascot 2024 races.
Royal Ascot Races on TV
UK and Ireland
In the UK and Ireland, the 2024 Royal Ascot meet will be aired on ITV, Sky Sports Racing, and Virgin Media. ITV Racing, continuing as the host broadcaster for the eighth consecutive year, will produce daily five-hour programs from June 18-22. These programs will be available on both ITV and ITV4. This coverage, produced by Ascot Racecourse and HBA Media, will be used for the world feed, ensuring continuous coverage even during ITV's ad breaks.
Ascot has also commissioned a 24-minute documentary, "Queens Of The Turf," featuring Ascot-winning jockeys Hollie Doyle, Hayley Turner, Gay Kelleway, and Laura Pearson. Produced by Filmnova with an all-female crew and presented by ITV’s Francesca Cumani, this documentary highlights the evolution of female jockeys in the sport. It will be available to international broadcasters alongside the world feed.
Additionally, international broadcasters can air "The Golden Hour," a bespoke one-hour live show focusing on the Gold Cup Day (June 20). Presented by Tom Stanley and Michelle Yu, this show aims to provide an international perspective on the event.
International Broadcasters
For those outside the UK and Ireland, here’s where you can catch all the action:
| Region | Broadcasters |
|---|---|
| United States | NBC and Peacock |
| South America | ESPN |
| Caribbean | SportsMax |
| Canada | SportsNet |
| Australia | Channel 9 and Racing.com; Sky Thoroughbred Central and Entain (also in New Zealand) |
| Italy | RAI |
| Baltics and Eurasia | Setanta |
| Poland | Polsat |
| Cyprus | CYTA |
| Germany, Switzerland, Austria | WeDoTV |
| Georgia | Silknet |
| Scandinavia and Netherlands | Viaplay |
| Indonesia | TransVision |
| Mongolia | NTV |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sony Pictures Network |
| 20 markets across Europe | Eurovision Sport |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport |
| MENA Region (19 countries) | DMI and Al Kass |
| Japan | The Green Channel |
| Anuvu Cruise Ships | BBC HD Maritime |
| 11 Airlines and 18 Cruise Lines | Sport24 |
| News Outlets | Reuters |
Henry Birtles, Chief Executive of HBA Media, expressed his delight at extending their partnership with Ascot Racecourse for another four years (2024-2027), emphasising the global distribution achieved for the Royal Meeting. He noted that the enhanced World Feed and the co-produced Golden Hour now cater to an international audience, making Royal Ascot a standout event in the racing calendar.
“Championed by HBA, the enhanced World Feed and the co-produced Golden Hour now befits the international audience and the commission of Queens of the Turf documentary ensures that Royal Ascot is the jewel in the racing calendar for their broadcast partners" he said.
Felicity Barnard, Commercial Director and Deputy Chief Executive at Ascot Racecourse, added:
“It is fantastic to see the interest and engagement in Royal Ascot continue to grow to record levels. The global nature of the meeting is so important, and we are thrilled that there is such a wide range of broadcasters planning to showcase the week once again. From world-class racing to unique, behind-the-scenes content, we look forward to ensuring the millions watching around the world enjoy another memorable Royal Meeting.”