Sport1 (Germany)

Sport1 is a German free-to-air television channel headquartered in Ismaning near Munich. It focuses primarily on sports programming.

History:

The channel's history dates back to 1987 as Tele 5, which was later rebranded as DSF (Deutsches SportFernsehen - German Sports Television) in 1993. In 2010, DSF was renamed Sport1.

Programming:

Sport1 offers a wide range of sports coverage, including:

• Football (soccer): Including coverage of the 2. Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal (German Cup), and international matches.
• Ice hockey: Particularly the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL).
• Basketball: Including the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL).
• Motorsport: Including racing series and events.
• Handball: Featuring the Handball-Bundesliga.
• Darts: Sport1 has become known for its extensive coverage of professional darts tournaments.
• Other sports: Such as volleyball, table tennis, and various combat sports.

In addition to live broadcasts, Sport1 also airs sports news, talk shows, and highlight programs.

Digital Presence:

Sport1 also maintains a strong online presence with a website and mobile apps offering live streams, news, and on-demand content. It also has a presence on social media platforms.

Ownership:

Sport1 is owned by Sport1 Medien AG, which is part of the Highlight Communications Group.