The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has been awarded exclusive European media rights for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games by Fondazione Milano Cortina.
At least 25 EBU members will provide coverage across all platforms, excluding the UK and Italy. The coverage will include free-to-air and pay platforms, as well as non-exclusive radio rights.
Viewers will have access to the Games via simulcast livestream and video on demand. Notably, Warner Bros. Discovery will broadcast daily event highlights on its linear sports channels for the first time in the competition's history.
The award follows a Request for Information (RFI) process led by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).
Author's summary: EBU gets exclusive media rights for 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.