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Posted on December 19, 2024
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The EU is investigating Liberty Media's acquisition of Dorna Sports, focusing on potential competition reduction in motorsports broadcasting rights.
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission opened an in-depth investigation into the proposed acquisition of Dorna Sports by Liberty Media [FWONA.O], the EU said in a statement on Thursday.
It noted that Liberty owns the exclusive commercial rights for the FIA Formula One World Championship, while Dorna Sports
holds exclusive commercial rights for the FIM World Championship Grand Prix and other motorcycle racing championships.
"The Commission's preliminary investigation indicates that the transaction may reduce competition between Liberty Media and Dorna Sports in the licensing of broadcasting rights for motorsports content", the EU said.
(Reporting by Charlotte Van Campenhout)
The main topic is the EU's investigation into Liberty Media's proposed acquisition of Dorna Sports and its potential impact on competition.
The EU is concerned that the acquisition may reduce competition in the licensing of broadcasting rights for motorsports content.
The companies involved are Liberty Media, which owns Formula One rights, and Dorna Sports, which holds motorcycle racing rights.
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