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Formula 1 Returns to Free-to-Air Television in Cyprus via Omega Channel

Published January 8, 2026, 13:14
Formula 1 Returns to Free-to-Air Television in Cyprus via Omega Channel

The Formula 1 World Championship is returning to free-to-air television in Cyprus through the Omega Channel. The broadcast will begin on the weekend of March 7-8, 2026, with the first Grand Prix of the season in Australia. Before each race, Frixos Masouras and Dimitris Yioakkas will present a special show with previews and analysis. After the race, a review show will follow with the highlights. The Omega Group is expanding its Formula 1 coverage to radio and the internet, with a dedicated microsite, informative inserts in SuperSport 104, and podcasts on the Tolkers platform. The podcasts will offer in-depth discussion, technical analysis, and behind-the-scenes information. The complete Formula 1 experience will be available across all Omega Media Group brands, starting on Saturday, March 7th. The return of the championship to free-to-air television is expected to attract a large number of viewers and boost interest in motorsport in Cyprus.